American Red Cross

FOOD ALLERGY BASICS

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After attending this course, participants will be able to:

• Recognize and describe the symptoms of an allergic reaction to food
• Define anaphylaxis
• List the three life saving properties of epinephrine
• Demonstrate use of an EpiPen® using an EpiPen trainer
• Implement techniques to reduce food allergen exposures in the school and childcare setting

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Childcare Providers, Teachers, School Nurses

COST

Free of charge to participants

Made possible by a grant from “Food Allergy Awareness, Support and Training ”

REGISTER NOW!

CALL 513-792-4000; PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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We are able to come to your facility to teach “Food Allergy Awareness”, thanks to a grant from, ”Food Allergy Awareness, Support and Training”.

We will require the following:

• 3.5 hour in-service time to teach the class

• A minimum of 12 students

• Adult-sized tables and chairs for the students, and a T.V. with a VCR or DVD

• A blank wall or screen in which to show power point slides

• Call 513-792-4000 and leave contact information for Jean Ellsworth. We will call you to schedule your class.

3.5 In-service hours will be given to licensed childcare providers

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FAAST
PO Box 565
Loveland Ohio 45140
513.588.6863,
cmoseley@cinci.rr.com

Consult your physician for medical advice. FAAST will not be responsible for any action taken by individuals as a result of their interpretation of information distributed by FAAST in any form.

Food Allergy Support & Training Inc is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit education and support group