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New York State Medication Policy
The following criteria must be met in order for
students to receive a prescription or non-prescription
medication.
A. The school nurse MUST have on file a written
order from the family physician in which he/she indicates the
name of the drug, the frequency and time element for
administering the medication, the dosage and possible side
effects.
B. The school nurse MUST have a written request
from the parent to administer the medication.
C. The medication and all refills MUST be
delivered directly to the nurse by the parent, guardian or
responsible adult.
D. The medication MUST be in the original
container.
E. All of the above rules pertain to
over-the-counter medication such as all ointments and all pain
medications.
Parent and Physician's authorization form for administration of
medication in school and school activities |
