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WorksheetsFood Intolerance and Allergy Worksheet
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
Which of the following best describes food intolerance?
An unpleasant reaction to food that does not involve the immune system or the release of histamine.
A group of disorders caused by bacteria in food.
An immune response to food proteins.
A reaction that always causes anaphylaxis.
Which statement best summarizes the risk of food allergies as described in the material?
Only certain foods can cause allergic reactions.
Any food can cause an allergic reaction, and reactions can range from mild to deadly.
Allergic reactions are always mild.
Only shellfish and peanuts cause severe reactions.
What type of accommodations are students with diagnosed food allergies eligible for?
504 accommodations
403 accommodations
101 accommodations
707 accommodations
What is the primary purpose of a Food Allergy Action Plan?
To provide directions on what to do if a student with a diagnosed food allergy is having a reaction in your classroom
To list all the foods students are allergic to
To plan school lunches
To organize classroom seating arrangements
Where should a copy of the Food Allergy Action Plan be placed?
In your sub folder
In the cafeteria
On the classroom door
In the principal’s office
Imagine you are planning a field trip and a student in your class has a diagnosed food allergy. What steps should you take to ensure their safety, based on the Food Allergy Action Plan? (DoK Level 3)
Bring the Food Allergy Action Plan and review it before the trip
Ignore the allergy since you are outside the classroom
Only tell the student to be careful
Leave the plan at school and hope for the best
What is anaphylaxis?
A serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death
A mild skin irritation that resolves on its own
A slow-developing infection that causes fever
A common cold with sneezing and coughing
A patient is experiencing repetitive throat clearing, hoarseness, and a tickling feeling in the back of the throat after eating peanuts. What should your next step be, considering the potential severity of these symptoms? (DoK Level 3)
Seek immediate medical attention as these are signs of a severe allergic reaction affecting the airway.
Wait to see if the symptoms resolve on their own.
Give the patient water and monitor for changes.
Advise the patient to rest and avoid further exposure.
What is the first-line treatment in the case of anaphylaxis?
Epinephrine
Antihistamines
Corticosteroids
Oxygen therapy
A patient experiencing anaphylaxis receives epinephrine but symptoms persist. What is the most appropriate next step?
Wait for the symptoms to resolve on their own
Administer a repeat injection of epinephrine
Give antibiotics
Apply a cold compress
Where is the Epi-pen stored in the clinic for student access?
In a locked cabinet
In an unlocked area
In the principal's office
In the nurse's desk drawer
A student receives an epinephrine injection for an allergic reaction. What is the correct sequence of actions according to the guidelines?
Call 911, then notify the parents
Notify the parents, then call 911
Document the reaction, then call 911
Administer medication, then notify the parents
Which of the following is a responsibility of a classroom teacher or specialist regarding food allergies?
Complete Food Allergy Training annually.
Prescribe medication for students.
Ignore food allergy action plans.
Allow all foods in the classroom without restrictions.
What should a classroom teacher do if they need clarification about a student's Food Allergy Action Plan?
Ask the school nurse.
Ask another student.
Ignore the plan.
Contact the student's parents directly.
Which of the following is a responsibility of a classroom teacher or specialist regarding students with food allergies?
Send a letter to parents/guardians of classmates of a food-allergic student at risk for anaphylaxis, explaining any restricted allergen foods in the classroom.
Ignore any food allergies unless a reaction occurs.
Only inform the student about allergen restrictions.
Allow students to manage their allergies independently.
What should a teacher do if a student is suspected of having an allergic reaction?
Ensure the student is accompanied by an adult (preferable) or student to the clinic.
Allow the student to go to the clinic alone.
Wait to see if the symptoms get worse before acting.
Call the parents and wait for their arrival before taking action.
A patient experiences a sudden change in behavior and awareness due to excessive electrical activity in the brain. What is the most likely explanation for this event?
They are experiencing a seizure.
They are having a heart attack.
They are suffering from dehydration.
They are experiencing a panic attack.
Which of the following best describes the main characteristic of epilepsy?
Tendency to have recurrent seizures
Persistent cough
High blood pressure
Chronic headaches
What is a common misconception about students having seizures?
Students always die during a seizure
Students may NOT be aware they are having a seizure and may NOT remember what happened
Students always swallow their tongue during a seizure
Students always have brain damage after a seizure
Which of the following is NOT a risk during a seizure?
Swallowing one's tongue
Forgetting the event
Having brain damage
Dying
Which of the following is a campus-wide control to reduce allergen exposure at school?
Cafeterias do not serve peanut or nut products
Students must bring their own utensils
Teachers must wear gloves at all times
Only bottled water is allowed in classrooms
Which of the following statements about hand washing and allergen elimination is correct?
Alcohol based hand gel is effective in eliminating allergens
Only water is needed to remove allergens from hands
Alcohol based hand gel is not effective in eliminating the allergen
Hand washing is unnecessary if gloves are worn
A student begins to have a generalized tonic-clonic seizure in a classroom with many desks and sharp objects. What is the most appropriate sequence of actions to ensure their safety?
Move the student to another room, then call for help
Protect the student from hazards, cushion their head, and turn them on their side
Give the student water, then check for I.D.
Ask the student to sit up and breathe deeply
Which of the following actions should you avoid during a student's seizure?
Putting something in the student's mouth
Moving objects away from the student
Timing the seizure
Placing the student on their side
