Oxygen Administration in School

School nurses are increasingly providing care to students with medical complexity. Certain health conditions require that a student receive oxygen during the school day, and without the appropriate support, their lives may be endangered. The school nurse is instrumental in creating the educational and health plans required to ensure the student's access to education. Although nurses are trained to administer oxygen, the school environment presents unique challenges to ensuring student safety. This article is intended to provide evidence-based guidance on care coordination for the student receiving oxygen in school.