PERMISSION TO CARRY ASTHMA INHALERS/EPIPENS
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PHYSICIAN: The above‐named student has been instructed in the proper use of their asthma
inhaler/emergency medication. The child’s well‐being is in jeopardy unless this medication is carried on his/her person. Therefore, I
request that he/she be permitted to carry the asthma inhaler/emergency medication at school. He/she understands the purpose,
appropriate method, and frequency of use of the asthma inhaler/emergency medication.
NAME OF MEDICATION: ______________________ PHYSICIAN’S SIGNATURE: _____________________ DATE: _________
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PARENT/GUARDIAN: I permit my child to carry the above‐listed asthma inhaler/emergency medication
as ordered by his/her physician.
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: __________________________________________ DATE: ________________
TO BE COMPLETED BY SCHOOL NURSE: Kansas law now permits students to carry and use inhaled medications after demonstrating
appropriate use to school nurse. This student demonstrates knowledge / skill to carry and use the above listed asthma inhaler.
SCHOOL NURSE SIGNATURE: ______________________________________________ DATE: ________________
TO BE COMPLETED BY STUDENT: I have been instructed in the proper use of my medication and will take it as prescribed to me by
my physician.
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE: _________________________________________________ DATE: _________________
KS approval 07/15/09