Section 302A-853 - Administration of medication(a) School health assistants may assist students by administering oral, nasal, 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 a health care professional within the department, department of health, or health care service as defined in section 323D-2 pursuant to a written agreement with the department; and(4) The administration of the medication is necessary for the health of the student and for the student's attendance at school.(b) For purposes of this section, "health care professional" means a physician, surgeon, and other professional licensed pursuant to chapter 453, or nurse licensed pursuant to chapter 457.Amended by L 2023, c 173,§ 4, eff. 7/3/2023.Amended by L 2012, c 134, § 2, eff. 6/20/2012. L 2007, c 105 , pt of §2 .