§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]