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Abigail 09:41 PM 02-07-2011
Originally Posted by lvt77:
You might want to mention that u will give medication as instructions direct for OTC. I also have in my contract that if a child starts a new medication that they must be on it for a full 24 hrs before returning to care. Most allergic reactions to meds will occur in the first 24 hrs.

I have a form in my Phb that asks for permission to administer lotions, diaper creams, and basic first aid ointments in case of a minor accident. This way you only have to have the
Sign it once.
New medications: I have this under my illness policy. LVT, are you the only one who requires permission for lotions, diaper creams, and basic first aid ointments besides me???? I also have over the counter mentioned in my first sentence. Is that good enough meaning I'll follow the instruction on the bottle or do I literally have to write that?

So Mine should say:
Medication Administration
No child will be given any medication, prescription, or over the counter unless a parent/guardian gives written permission. Written permission must also be given before sunscreen, diapering products, and insect repellant will be used.

I will take children who are on prescribed medication when the doctor indicates that they are not longer contagious. Before I will dispense medication, I require a signed release from the doctor and a written request from you for each medical prescription. The medicine must be in its original container, labeled with the directions and the child’s name. OTC medications will be given according to the label. Please try to give medication at home whenever possible.

Originally Posted by littlemonkeys:
Abigail, now that I read it again, I would probably cut the whole thing about having the pharmacy split the meds, I also wouldn't store it at home. I took my CPR/First Aid classes with a dc provider that has been in business for 25 years. She said that there has been problem where storing the meds in her home has come back to bit her in the past.
OK, I took that part out. What I'm not sure about is this part: I require a signed release from the doctor and a written request from you for each medical prescription. Do I actually NEED both the doctor and parent to give me permission or is just the parents permission good enough?
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