EMERGENCY CARE

In the event your child should become seriously ill /injured parents will be notified immediately. The signed Emergency Authorization Form will give us the authority to get medical attention for your child in the event of an emergency. It includes your authorization to administer syrup of ipecac. The source of emergency care would be Henry County Medical Center. By signing the identification and emergency information form you grant permission for the staff to take whatever necessary steps to obtain emergency medical care if warranted.

Please Note: If the emergency is such that a child(ren) life is determined to be in danger, 911 will be contacted first before attempting to contact a parent or guardian.

Syrup of Ipecac: By signing the syrup of ipecac form you authorize the staff to administer ipecac syrup if necessary to induce vomiting. Ipecac syrup will be administered only on the advice of the poison control center.