200-N:1 Definitions. – In this chapter: I. " Anaphylaxis " means a rapidly progressing, life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur following exposure to certain allergens, most commonly, but not limited to, foods, insect stings, medications, and latex. Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis include, but are not limited to, difficulty breathing, coughing, throat clearing, altered […]
200-N:2 Emergency Administration of Epinephrine; Policies and Guidelines. – I. A postsecondary educational institution or independent school accredited to operate in this state may develop a policy in accordance with this chapter and guidelines issued under RSA 200-N:4 for the emergency administration of auto-injectable epinephrine to a member of the campus community for anaphylaxis […]
200-N:3 Requirements for Trained Designees. – An individual shall comply with the following requirements in order to act as a trained designee: I. Be at least 18 years of age. II. Have or reasonably expect to have, responsibility for at least one other member of the campus community as a result of the individual’s […]
200-N:4 Department of Health and Human Services Guidelines. – The commissioner of the department of health and human services shall establish guidelines for the development of a policy by a postsecondary educational institution or an independent school for the emergency administration of epinephrine to a member of the campus community for anaphylaxis when a […]
200-N:5 Storage of Epinephrine. – I. A postsecondary educational institution or independent school may fill a prescription for auto-injectable epinephrine and store the auto-injectable epinephrine on the campus if a licensed health care provider whose scope of practice includes the prescribing of medication writes the prescription for auto-injectable epinephrine for the postsecondary educational institution […]
200-N:6 Immunity From Civil Liability. – I. A licensed campus medical professional who acts in accordance with this chapter shall not be liable for civil damages for any act or omission committed in accordance with this chapter unless the act or omission constitutes gross negligence or willful misconduct. II. A trained designee who administers […]
200-N:7 Applicability. – Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to: I. Permit a trained designee to perform the duties or fill the position of a licensed campus medical professional. II. Prohibit the administration of a pre-filled auto-injector of epinephrine by a person acting under a lawful prescription. III. Prevent a licensed health care […]
