| Chronic Illnesses
Chronic health impairments include psychiatric illnesses, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, sickle cell anemia, cancers, AIDS, hemophilia, seizure disorders, muscular dystrophy, rheumatoid arthritis and many others. At times these diseases can have acute phases requiring bed rest or hospitalization. Absenteeism, associated with the disability, needs to be accepted and schedules for requirements may need adjustment. Many students with chronic illnesses tire easily, suffer from the side effects of the medication they take, and have difficulty maintaining a consistent schedule. Some students who require attendant care must rely on the promptness of their attendants in getting them to class. If you observe sporadic attendance or performance, meeting with the student may be necessary to isolate the problem and possible solutions. It is important to establish a procedure for the student to communicate with you when they must miss class due to their illness.
Some considerations: Additional Points to Remember when teaching students with chronic illnesses: - Late completion of selected assignments or courses may be necessitated.
- Flexible class attendance may be an accommodation.
- Scribes, class notes, or taped lectures may be necessary.
- Occasional use of wheelchairs may be necessary.
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