Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulator on student with seizure disorder.
Impact
The bill modifies existing laws to create a structured response for handling seizure emergencies in schools, thus potentially improving health outcomes for affected students. By necessitating guidelines from the Department of Education and the Department of Health, the legislation emphasizes the collaboration between educational and medical authorities to ensure comprehensive care for students with epilepsy and seizure disorders.
Summary
Assembly Bill A2408 requires public schools in New Jersey to develop policies for the emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and the use of a manual vagus nerve stimulator for students experiencing seizure disorders. This legislation aims to ensure that students with seizure disorders receive timely and appropriate medical interventions during emergencies when school nurses may not be available. The bill mandates training for designated school employees to administer these treatments, emphasizing the importance of safety and preparedness in schools.
Contention
Significant concern revolves around liability and the adequacy of training for school personnel tasked with administering seizure medications. Schools will not be held liable for injuries resulting from the administration of these medications as long as actions are performed in good faith. This aspect may raise questions about the extent to which schools are prepared to handle emergencies and the perception of safety among parents, especially regarding the consent required from parents and guardians about potential liability reduction.
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The bill also stipulates that educational programs on epilepsy and seizure disorders are to be incorporated into the school curriculum, aimed at raising awareness and understanding among students, thereby fostering a more supportive environment for peers with such health conditions.
Carry Over
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulator on students with seizure disorder.
NJ S3817
Carry Over
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulators on students with seizure disorders.
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulators on students with seizure disorders.
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulators on students with seizure disorders.
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulator on students with seizure disorder.
Requires the department of elementary and secondary education and DOH to adopt policies, rules and regulations for the administration of seizure rescue medications for children who have been medically identified as having epilepsy/seizure disorder.
Requires the department of elementary and secondary education and DOH to adopt policies, rules and regulations for the administration of seizure rescue medications for children who have been medically identified as having epilepsy/seizure disorder.
Requires school districts to maintain supply of nasal rescue medication and oxygen for seizure emergencies; provides for training of designees to administer nasal rescue medication and oxygen when school nurse is not physical present.
Requires school districts to maintain supply of nasal rescue medication and oxygen for seizure emergencies; provides for training of designees to administer nasal rescue medication and oxygen when school nurse is not physical present.
Requires school districts to maintain supply of nasal rescue medication and oxygen for seizure emergencies; provides for training of designees to administer nasal rescue medication and oxygen when school nurse is not physical present.
Requires school districts to maintain supply of nasal rescue medication and oxygen for seizure emergencies; provides for training of designees to administer nasal rescue medication and oxygen when school nurse is not physical present.
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulators on students with seizure disorders.
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulators on students with seizure disorders.
Requires public schools to develop policy for emergency administration of nasal seizure rescue medication and use of manual vagus nerve stimulator on students with seizure disorder.