Conference moira::parenting_v3

    I just finished a First Aid/CPR class as part of our Emergency Response
    Team efforts and the instructor was a former Fireman and Emergency
    Responder.  He really pushed us to ensure we have proper forms for our
    kids in case of an emergency and distributed a form used and accepted
    in this state. 
    In order to get the wording correct I can send or Fax you a copy of 
    the form he gave us that is often used in this State (CA).  I would 
    think it would be universal but you could check.  If you want a copy
    let me know.  I will be in training Thursday but could Fax to you Friday.
    
    Michelle
    

    RE: .0
    
    I don't know where you are but, I have a copy of the form recommended
    by the Office for Children here in Ma.  If this would be of value, send
    me your mail address.
    
    Dan

    I also live in MA and would like to know the number for the Office for
    children so I could get this form.  Right now my baby sitter just has a
    letter from me.
    
    Della
    

          To Whom It May Concern:


          As the parents of [name            ] we authorize the bearer of
          this letter to approve of medical treatment for our child if it is
          required and we are unable to be reached.  Our home telephone
          number is xxx.xxx.xxxx and work numbers are xxx.xxx.xxxx (mom)
          and xxx.xxx.xxxx/xxx.xxx.xxxx (dad).  Our insurance is with xxxx
          xxxxxxx and the group number is xxxxx.  Coverage may be verified
          by calling xxx.xxx.xxxx.  The insured is [insured's name       ]
          employee number xxxxxx.


          Our child's date of birth is [date of birth  ].  He is not
          allergic to any medications as far as we know.  His pediatrician
          is Dr. Xxxxxxxxx at [group name     ], xxx.xxx.xxxx.


          Signed

    Do these forms really carry any weight?  Will doctors and hospitals
    really accept them?   Is the caretaker liable if the parent differs
    with the decisions that could be made?  I realize the need but if
    a lawyer gets a hold of one will he have a field day?
    
    Questions, questions, questions, sounding like the four year old
    already.
    
    Dave

    We got our forms - and were told to get our forms - from the pediatrics
    department of the local hospital.  That way too, if you give them THEIR
    form, they'd have to take it, right??
    
    Patty

    RE: a few
    
    I checked the form and the wording listed a few notes back is almost
    identical with the form I have.  One thing I noticed this time though;
    the OFC states that the form should be reviewed by the local hospital
    to insure that it is sufficient.  We are lucky in that all of the
    children we care for see the same doctors and use the same hospital
    facilities (when needed).  Take a copy of the note (.-2 I think) and
    bring it to your local hospital.  They will indicate what type of
    emergency services are covered by that sheet.
    
    You should also sign a form giving permission to distribute medication
    to your child.  This includes over-the-counter medications as well. 
    Your provider should be recording ALL administrations of any
    medication for your child.  This is an OFC requirement too.  
    
    I'll post the forms for emergency treatment and medication here within
    the next few days.
    
    Dan

    I'm late, but that's what happens with lots of time off,
    
    RE: the question of whether Emergency personnell will honor these
    forms, and overwhelming YES! (That's the EMT in me speaking)
    
    As for my form I signed for daycare, I added to the form that he is to
    be taken to a [specified] hospital, and included his medical record
    number at the hospital, but then again he does have 5 or 6 volumes on
    record up there.  I also specified not only his general pedi's name but
    his general surgeon, asthma specialist, and specified allergies to
    medicines.
    
    My understanding, at least from our provider, is that they are allowed
    to administer ONLY prescription medicines, they must have the child's
    name on the label, and they can NOT administer over the counter things
    like tylenol etc.
    
    Just a few thoughts.
    Lyn
    
    

    RE: .8
    
    There are specific forms (medication dispensing) which must be filled
    out by the parent giving permission to administer medication.  This
    includes both perscription and over the counter.  Without the form, no
    medication of any kind should be given.  Also, ALL medication must be
    provided by the parent (this includes over the counter drugs as well.)
    
    Dan

re: .9

>    Also, ALL medication must be
>    provided by the parent (this includes over the counter drugs as well.)


and left in its original container.

Clay