QuotePractical, evidence-based food-allergy management strategies must not only keep children safe, but must also be feasible. Reasonable accommodations can happen without negatively impacting others in the school community. When parents of the child with a life-threatening allergy have fear-driven or inappropriate expectations for what a school must do, it is important for pediatricians to reassure and educate the parent and correct any misperceptions that drive unreasonable demands. 7
QuoteWhether community- or school-based, pediatricians play a key role in safeguarding children with life-threatening food allergies. They should be familiar with all aspects of management of food allergies in the school setting to implement essential and reasonable accommodations.