Diabetes

Education Law

Article 19 Section 921
Allows licensed registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians to train unlicensed school personnel to administer glucagon or epinephrine in emergency situations to pupils who have written health care provider, and parental permission.

Commissioner's Regulation

Commissioners Regulation 136.7 - Self-administration of Certain Medications by Students
Identifies requirements for students to carry and use diabetes medications independently in school and training that should be provided to staff 

See Also:

• Guidelines & Memos - Diabetes
• Diabetes Resource Page
• Medication Resource Page
  The Guidelines for Medication Management in Schools contain specific sections on BG testing, insulin, and glucagon in schools.

Page Updated 12/12/22