Special Dietary Needs & Accommodations Flashcards
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Which of the following is NOT among the 'Big 9' major food allergens recognized by the FDA?
Answer: Corn
Corn is not classified as a major food allergen by the FDA; the Big 9 are milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.
Epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) are the first-line emergency treatment for which condition in a school cafeteria setting?
Answer: Anaphylaxis from a severe allergic reaction
Epinephrine is the primary and most effective treatment for anaphylaxis, a rapid and potentially fatal allergic reaction requiring immediate intervention.
A student has Type 1 diabetes and an IEP. What is the school nutrition program's primary responsibility regarding meal service?
Answer: Coordinate with the healthcare team and follow the individualized meal plan documented in the medical diet statement
School nutrition staff must coordinate with the student's healthcare team and consistently follow the individualized accommodation plan documented by a licensed healthcare professional.
What must a school nutrition program do upon receiving a student's medical diet statement?
Answer: Review, document, communicate to all relevant staff, and create an individualized meal plan
Upon receipt, the SNS must review the statement, create an individualized meal plan, ensure all relevant staff are informed, and maintain documentation for compliance.
Which milk substitution is appropriate under the National School Lunch Program for a student whose medical diet statement documents lactose intolerance?
Answer: Lactose-free cow's milk
Lactose-free cow's milk meets the USDA fluid milk nutritional requirements and is an appropriate substitution for students with documented lactose intolerance.
Which practice is most effective in preventing cross-contact for a student with a severe peanut allergy?
Answer: Using color-coded utensils and dedicated preparation surfaces for allergen-free meals
Color-coded utensils and dedicated allergen-free preparation surfaces create a physical barrier that prevents allergen transfer, making them the most effective cross-contact prevention method.
Under USDA guidance, who may authorize mandatory meal substitutions for a student with a disability?
Answer: A licensed healthcare professional such as a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant
USDA regulations require that meal substitutions for students with disabilities be authorized by a licensed healthcare professional with the clinical authority to diagnose and prescribe treatment.