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Adhesive tape
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Alcohol pads
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Applicators (sterile/non-sterile)
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Aromatic spirits of ammonia
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Band-Aids – large, regular, fingertip (non-latex)
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Blood-borne pathogen clean-up kits for use in classrooms/nurses’ offices
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Cot paper
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Disinfecting wipes or bleach
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Disposable gloves – non-latex, various sizes
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Electric thermometer covers
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Flashlight and extra batteries
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Gauze pads (2x2, 4x4, sterile/non-sterile)
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Ice packs - reusable
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Pen lights
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Safety pins in assorted sizes
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Saline, sterile
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Scissors
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Sharps container
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Splints: wooden, metal (finger)
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Tongue depressors
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Tweezers
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First Aid Kits
School nurses will provide to each teacher a basic first aid kit for use in the
classroom. A First Aid kit for the classroom should be in a closeable bag or
container, easily assessable to all, and includes:
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Band-Aids, various size bandages to cover a wound
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Basic care instructions, i.e., students are encouraged to cleanse their own
minor wounds with soap and water. Gauze is provided to help cleanse the
injured area. Anyone assisting is to use gloves for their own and the other’s
protection. Hands of both the student and anyone assisting should be
washed after attending to any wound. Minor cuts and scrapes may be taken
care of in the classroom, without nursing intervention. Students with injuries
that seem more than minor should be referred to the school nurse.
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Closable bags to contain waste
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Gauze – to cleanse the wound
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Non-latex gloves – to protect the hands of the person assisting with minor
First Aid
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Safety pins – optional
School nurses will provide playground and lunch room monitors basic First Aid
kits. A waist or fanny pack may be more suited for use on the playground or in the