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For the purposes of this subchapter, the term:
(1) “Administer” means the direct application of an epinephrine auto-injection to a human body.
(2) “Authorized entity” means any entity or organization other than a public school, including recreational camps, colleges, universities, day care facilities, youth sports leagues, restaurants, places of employment, and sports arenas.
(3) “Department” means the Department of Health.
(4) “Epinephrine auto-injector” means a disposable drug delivery system with a spring-activated needle that is designed for the emergency administration of epinephrine to a person suffering an episode of anaphylaxis.
(5) “Health care professional” means a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse licensed under Chapter 12 of Title 3.
(6) “Standing order” means a prescriptive order written by a health care professional that is not specific to and does not identify a particular patient.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 7-2381.01. Definitions. - last updated January 01, 2020 | https://codes.findlaw.com/dc/division-i-government-of-district/dc-code-sect-7-2381-01/
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