DELACARE: Regulations for Early Care and Education and School-Age Centers
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Summary
Governs health and safety standards for Delaware childcare centers, including the administration of prescription medications for chronic conditions like asthma.
Full Description
These regulations require licensed childcare centers to have a written medication administration policy and obtain written authorization from both a parent and a healthcare provider for all medications. Staff who administer medication must complete an approved medication administration training course. For children with chronic health conditions such as asthma, the facility must maintain an individualized health care plan or allergy action plan that outlines emergency procedures and medication protocols.
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
Rules for Public Access to Epinephrine
Allows authorized entities (such as camps, tour guides, and venues) to possess and administer epinephrine to individuals experiencing anaphylaxis, providing legal immunity for those who act in good faith.
Elijah's Law
An Act to Establish Elijah's Law in Arkansas
Requires the Department of Education and Department of Health to establish a statewide anaphylaxis policy for childcare facilities, including emergency protocols, weight-based epinephrine dosing guidelines, and staff training.
Public Access to Epinephrine Rule
Auto-injectable epinephrine use by an authorized entity
Allows authorized entities, including restaurants and sports arenas, to acquire and stock epinephrine auto-injectors for emergency use by trained personnel.
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