When to send Students to the Health Office
When to Send Students to the Health Office
Use this quick reference guide to help determine when a student can be supported in the classroom, when to contact the campus nurse and when a student should be sent to the health office immediately.
This guidance is intended to support school staff and families. When symptoms are severe, worsening or urgent, contact the campus nurse or seek emergency assistance immediately.
Quick Reference Guide
Hutto ISD provides a printable quick reference guide with classroom-based guidance, nurse contact recommendations and symptoms that require immediate attention.
Classroom-Based Support
Some minor concerns may be handled in the classroom with basic first aid, water, rest or observation.
- Minor toothache or lost primary tooth
- Minor cuts, scrapes, abrasions or scabs
- Minor headache or fatigue with no other symptoms
- Mild indigestion or upset stomach
- Localized bug bites with no known history of reaction
- Clothing or glasses repair needs
- Readily controlled nosebleeds
- Anxiety, stress or psychological concerns that may also need counselor support
- Soiled clothing when the student can safely self-clean or be supported appropriately
Call the Campus Nurse
Contact the campus nurse when symptoms do not improve, are more significant or may require a clinic visit.
- Cough
- Cuts or scrapes beyond minor classroom care
- Headache that is unresolved or significant
- Indigestion or nausea that is unresolved
- New injury with moderate bleeding or head bumps
- Nosebleed that is uncontrolled in class
- Possible fever
- Stomachache that does not improve after restroom use or basic support
Send Immediately
Students should be sent to the health office immediately for symptoms or concerns that may require urgent assessment or intervention.
- Allergic reactions
- Bee or wasp sting
- Breathing problems, including asthma-related concerns
- Diabetes-related issues
- Signs and symptoms of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children, including rash, swollen red eyes, hands or feet
- Dental injuries
- Physical injury or concern for broken bones
- Suspected head injury
- Pregnancy-related concern
- Seizure activity (call for assistance)
- Vomiting/Diarrhea
- Old cut that is red, swollen or draining
Soiled Clothing
Classroom teachers should encourage parents to keep supplies and multiple changes of clothing in student backpacks.
Whenever possible, accidents should be handled in the classroom to decrease the risk of exposure in the clinic. If a student needs to be sent home for hygiene, the parent or guardian will be contacted by a campus team member.
When in Doubt
If symptoms are worsening, unusual, urgent or you are unsure how to proceed, contact the campus nurse for guidance.