Food allergies are on the rise. Though the reason is not yet clear, key to caring for young children with food allergies is the creation of a plan for preventing allergic reactions and for how to respond to a food allergy emergency. This lesson describes food allergies and what early care and education professionals need to know to ensure the health and safety of children with food allergies. (2 hours)
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Course Objectives
- Understand the difference between food allergy and food intolerance.
- Identify the proper procedures for preventing an allergic reaction at child care or school.
- List the most common food allergens.
- Describe how a child might indicate he/she is experiencing an allergic reaction.
- Explain the proper procedures for handling a food allergy emergency.
