Parents: You may want to print this and share with your child’s school nurse.

• Request information regarding the child’s diagnosis and treatment.
• Educate yourself on your student’s medication and side effects.
• Know the protocol for emergencies should the returning student have one.
• Ask about changes in the child’s body image.
• Does the child have a PICC line, port, insulin pump, or other new device?
• Identify any necessary restrictions or modifications.
• Inquire about medications and if you will have to administer them during the school day.
• Notify the family/medical team about fevers, bleeding, vomiting, or other concerning signs or symptoms.