Administration of medication
HRS §302A-853
in effect302A-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]
Source: Hawaii State Legislature (capitol.hawaii.gov), via Internet Archive capturesURL: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent/Vol05_Ch0261-0319/HRS0302A/HRS_0302A-0853.htmFetched: 11/10/2026