§302A-853 Administration of medication. School health aides may assist students by administering oral and topical medication, and in emergency situations, other premeasured medication; provided that:
(1) If the student receiving the medication is a minor, a parent or guardian requests and authorizes the administration of medication;
(2) The medication has been prescribed by a licensed physician, as defined in section 334-1, or by a practitioner with prescriptive authority;
(3) The administration of the medication is with the approval of the department of health; and
(4) The administration of the medication is necessary for the health of the student and for the student's attendance at school. [L 2007, c 105, pt of §2; am L 2012, c 134, §2]