responding to pandemic flu in the classroom. visual 2 background pandemic influenza: occurs when a...
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Responding to Pandemic Flu in the Classroom
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BackgroundPandemic influenza: Occurs when a new flu virus emerges for
which there is little or no immunity in the human population.
Has the potential to affect 30 percent of the population and disrupt 40 percent of the workforce.
Should be an essential element of school preparedness and response planning.
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Flu Basics The flu usually spreads in respiratory
droplets from a cough or sneeze. Students may become infected by touching
something with influenza virus on it and then touching their mouth, nose, or eyes.
Some viruses and bacteria can live 2 hours or longer on surfaces like cafeteria tables, doorknobs, and desks.
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PreventionSchool Administrators Review the school’s current policies related
to pandemic flu.
Teachers Promote good hygiene practices. Conduct active fever and symptom
screening. Find ways to increase social distances.
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www.flu.govwww.cdc.gov
Prevention Resources
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Response Send anyone who exhibits
flu symptoms to the school clinic for an examination and to be sent home.
Implement alternate teaching strategies in the event of significant absences.
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Academic Continuity
What are some suggestions for
sustaining learning during extended school
closures?
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School Emergency Operations Plan
What sections of the school EOP relate to
pandemic flu?
Are these procedures current?
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Next Steps
How can we improve our readiness for pandemic flu?