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Health
information
Annual health
screening-Vision and hearing screening of all
kindergartners, third graders, and newly enrolled
Fairfax County students is conducted each fall by
the public health nurse, clinic room aide and
clinic volunteers. This is only a brief screening;
parents should continually be alert to identify
vision or hearing difficulties which indicate need
for examination by a specialist.
Clinic
services-Clinic services in the school,
including the administration of medication and
modified first aid, are performed by the clinic
aide and office staff. According to state
regulations, the clinic staff may provide care only
for minor illnesses and injuries. If the child's
condition requires more attention, the parent will
be contacted.
Enrollment
requirements
Immunizations
Medication at
school - Students may take medication at
school, including throat lozenges and nasal spray,
under strict adult supervision and in accordance
with School Board guidelines. Forms authorizing the
school to administer medication are available in
the school office or online.
With a
parent/guardian's signature and a physician's
signature, prescription and over-the-counter
medication may be stored in the clinic and given as
needed throughout the school year.
With a
parent/guardian's signature only, over-the-counter
pain relievers for muscle aches and headaches may
be stored in the clinic and administered at school.
Any other over-the-counter medications may be given
for up to ten consecutive school days with the
parent/guardian's signature. Beyond ten days, a
physician's signature is required.
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