Arkansas Code § 6-18-711 - Administration of Medication for Diabetes

(a) Upon written request of a parent or guardian of a student with diabetes and authorization by the treating physician of the student, a student in the classroom, in another area designated at the school, on school grounds, or at a school-related activity may:

(1) Perform blood glucose checks;

(2) Administer insulin through the insulin delivery system the student uses;

(3) Treat hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia; and

(4) Possess on his or her person the necessary supplies and equipment to perform diabetes monitoring and treatment functions.

(b) A student shall have access to a private area to perform diabetes monitoring and treatment functions upon request of the parent or guardian of a student, as outlined in the student's health plan.

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Last modified: November 15, 2016