Administration of Non-prescription Medication Sample Clauses

Administration of Non-prescription Medication. Option A A. Nonprescription medications are not administered during school hours unless prescribed by a physician. Nonprescription medication ordered by a physician will be administered in accordance with the policies and procedures required for administration of prescription medication. B. No student may carry medications in his or her pocket, purse or on his or her person during school hours; however, the principal may authorize a student to carry nonprescription medication such as an asthma inhaler when a permission form has been signed by the parent and the student’s physician has signed the permission form confirming that , because of the student’s medical condition, it is necessary that the student retain the asthma inhaler in his/her possession during school hours or at any school related activity. Option B A. A non-prescription medication may be administered to a student by a health support aide or registered nurse provided a completed and signed parental authorization is on file at the school. B. At the time of administration, the parent/guardian will be notified by telephone. If unable to contact the parent/guardian, a letter will be sent home with the student stating the medication administered and time of administration. C. A health support aide or registered nurse will assist in the administration of these medications to the student in the school health room setting. In the event of an emergency situation in which these professional health workers are not available, the school office staff who have medication administration training may assist the student in the administration of the non-prescription medication. All non-prescription medications will be stored in a locked cabinet in the health room(s). 1. If a student is receiving prescription drugs at school, the physician prescribing that medication must give his/her written permission for any nonprescription medications to be given at school. 2. The procedures and training for the administration of non-prescription drugs shall be the same as that for prescription drugs. 3. Documentation of the administration of any medication will be made on the student’s progress note. 4. The following non-prescription (over-the-counter) medications may be administered to students following the above guidelines: a. Tylenol b. Maalox c. Pepto-Bismol d. Cough syrup e. Neosporin f. Caladryl g. Other medications as specified in writing from the parent or guardian. X. Xx student may carry medications in his or h...

Administration of Non-prescription Medication. All non-prescription medication will be hand delivered to the clinic by the parent/guardian in the original sealed container with the manufacture’s recommended dosage. The dosage must be appropriate for the child’s age and weight. Upon receipt in the clinic, the medication will be labeled with the student’s name. The medication may be stored in the Clinic until the end of the school year at which time it must be picked up by the parent/guardian or destroyed. S.B. Policy 5.62 in its entirety @xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx. Children entering, attending or transferring to preschool in Florida are required to have a current immunization form and documentation of a health examination within the 12-month period prior to their initial entrance. IT LOOKS LIKE PLAY BUT WE ARE LEARNING . . . to work and play together. . . . to respect the rights of others.