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Epilepsy, sometimes referred to as seizure disorder  which is a temporary disturbance in brain function. Seizures happen when the electrical system of the brain malfunctions. Instead of discharging electrical energy in a controlled manner, the brain cells keep firing. The result may be a surge of energy through the brain. Disturbances of nerve cell activity produce symptoms, such as unconsciousness and contractions of the muscles, that vary depending on which part (and how much) of the brain is affected.

• Do NOT administer unlabeled medications or medications with incomplete instructions
• Do NOT borrow medications from another individual
• Do NOT give expired or discolored medications
• Do NOT return unused medications back into their container if already removed or dropped
• Do NOT administer medication if all five rights have not been checked first

The requirements for administering medications in school are the same, regardless of the type of medication (e.g. over the counter cough drops vs. prescribed).

• More chronically ill and stable children are going to school with medications required to be taken some time while in school
• Proper administration of medications can promote and support a child’s academic success
• Proper administration of medications may help keep a child healthy and keep his or her chronic condition stable

California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Education Code 49423