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In order for a student to receive any prescription medication during school hours the following procedure must be followed:
- A Medication Authorization Form for dispensing prescription medication, must be completed and signed by the parent/guardian and a physician. The form will contain the student’s name, the name of the medication, the reason for the medication, the dosage to be given and the time to be given, along with the duration of administration and any possible side effects. This form is available from the office and online.
- A separate written permission form is required for each medication.
- The medication must be brought in to the office in its original container, clearly labeled with the student’s name, and the directions for administering. The medication will be kept in the clinic in a locked drawer.
- If there is a change in the student’s dosing a new medication form must be completed with the updated dose. If the medication is discontinued a written request signed by the parent must be brought in and the parent must pick up the medication within one week of discontinuation or it will be disposed.
- The school nurse or designated school personnel will administer the medication in accordance with the physician order. No student may carry or self-administer medication of any type with the exceptions as stated below.
- The Asthma Inhaler Bill passed in Ohio in August of 1999 states that a student may carry and self-administer an inhaler in school. An Authorization for Student possession of Asthma Inhaler Form must be signed by the physician and parent/guardian and on file in the nurse’s office. It will contain student information, name and dose of inhaled medication, side effects, and actions the school needs to take in the event that the inhaled medication does not provide relief, and physician contact information. This form is available in the office and on line.
- A student that is required to carry and self administer an Epinephrine Auto injector must have an Authorization for Student possession of Epi Auto Injector Form, signed by the physician and parent/guardian on file in the Nurse’s office. It will contain student information, name, dose, and route of medication, reason for medication, administration instructions, and action the school needs to take in the event the medication does not relieve symptoms, as well as physician contact information. This form is available from the nurse’s office and online.
Be assured that we care about the health and safety of all our students at Open Door Christian Schools. We will continue to provide care to students complaining of discomfort (headache, cramps, dental pain). As always, we will offer periods of rest and rehydration. If a student does not improve and it is determined that they cannot continue with school, parents will be notified.
Rev: 10/10
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