Research to practice: developing an integrated anaphylaxis education curriculum for school nurses

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
• School Health Management
• Public Health Education

Background:

• Increasing prevalence of life-threatening allergies in school-aged children.
• Need for enhanced safety protocols in educational settings.
• Existing guidelines for managing anaphylaxis in schools.

Purpose of the Study:

• To address the limited resources for school staff training on anaphylaxis management.
• To develop a comprehensive train-the-trainer program for school nurses.
• To provide essential curriculum and resources for school-wide anaphylaxis education.

Main Methods:

• Conducted a literature and resource search on anaphylaxis training.
• Performed a content analysis of existing anaphylaxis curricula.
• Developed an integrated train-the-trainer program for school nurses.

Main Results:

• Identified a significant lack of integrated anaphylaxis training curricula for school staff.
• Created a train-the-trainer program with curriculum, lesson plans, and activities.
• Provided resources for school nurses to educate all school personnel.

Conclusions:

• A structured train-the-trainer program is essential for effective school staff anaphylaxis education.
• Empowering school nurses with resources can improve management of anaphylaxis in schools.
• This program aims to enhance the safety of students at risk for anaphylaxis.