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CNG Health Zone Unit: Medication Policy

 

SAFE ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION IN SCHOOL: POLICY STATEMENT


The CNG medication policy prioritizes the safety and well-being of students by ensuring that any medication, whether prescription or non-prescription, is only administered under appropriate circumstances, and with proper authorization it takes into account various scenarios where medication might be required and outlines clear procedures for administration.

 LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS


If CNG school learns that a student has been diagnosed with a life-threatening food allergy, an individual healthcare plan and an emergency care plan should be developed and implemented to address the particular needs of the student. The plans should be developed in collaboration with the student’s parents and healthcare providers and revised according to their age and developmental level. Familiarize yourself with the CNG Policy on using Epi-Pen during school hours and school-sponsored activities. Please use the following links below for medical and medication forms. 

  • Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan (FARE), English/ Spanish Version is to be filled out by the doctor for each school year and should include an updated picture of the student

Medication Authorization & Waiver Form to give epinephrine auto-injector. Please, follow all the form instructions and note that all the documentation should be filled and signed by the doctor and parents so our team can give medication. Please note that if you do not provide the full information, the Health Zone will not be able to administer any medications.

HERE ARE SOME GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR PARENTS REGARDING THE USE OF EPI-PENS AT SCHOOL

  • The EpiPen should be brought to school in the original, pharmacy-labeled container. It's a good idea to have a backup Epi-Pen at the school, in case the primary one is used or malfunctions.
  • As age-appropriate, students should be instructed in the use of their EpiPen by their physician and parent yearly.
  • After administering the EpiPen, the protocol involves calling the student's health provider or ambulance service immediately. This is to ensure that trained medical professionals can assess the situation and provide further care.it's standard practice to transport the student to a local emergency room for thorough evaluation and treatment. Anaphylaxis can escalate rapidly, and being in a medical facility with the necessary resources is essential.
  • Parents or guardians of the affected student are contacted as soon as possible. They are informed about the allergic reaction, the administration of the EpiPen, and the decision to transport the student to an emergency room

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