"Medication Administration Training (MAT) Rules"
Colorado Rules for the Administration of Medications
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Summary
Defines the training and authorization requirements for unlicensed personnel to administer medications in schools and childcare settings.
Full Description
This regulation requires that any childcare staff member who administers medication, including asthma inhalers or nebulizers, must complete a state-approved Medication Administration Training (MAT) course. The training includes a specific module on asthma and respiratory emergencies. It mandates that medication only be given with a written order from a healthcare provider and written parent/guardian consent, typically documented through the Colorado Asthma Care Plan.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
Children and adults living with asthma.
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Votes & Legislative History
Public Access to Epinephrine
Public Access to Epinephrine Act
Allows authorized entities, including camps and sports venues, to acquire and stock epinephrine auto-injectors and nasal sprays for emergency use on individuals experiencing anaphylaxis, regardless of prior diagnosis.
Relating to the administration of medication for respiratory distress to a person at a school campus or school-sponsored activity
Authorizes school nurses and trained employees to administer medication for respiratory distress to any person on school property or at school activities.
Public Access to Epinephrine Rules
Rules Pertaining to Public Access to Auto-Injectable Epinephrine
Authorizes 'authorized entities' (including camps, restaurants, and sports arenas) to acquire, store, and administer auto-injectable epinephrine to individuals experiencing anaphylaxis, provided they meet training and storage requirements.
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