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Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Sec. 2. (a) The protocol under which a dentist administers an immunization must include the following:
(1) For each immunization to be administered by the dentist:
(A) the name and strength of the vaccine;
(B) precautions and contraindications;
(C) the intended audience or patient population;
(D) the appropriate dosage;
(E) administration schedules in accordance with guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention;
(F) appropriate routes of administration; and
(G) appropriate injection sites.
(2) The length of time for which the dentist recommends an individual be observed for adverse effects following administration of an immunization to the individual.
(3) A procedure for addressing emergency situations, including adverse and anaphylactic reactions.
(4) A procedure for administration of epinephrine, including appropriate dosages, when required in the event of an adverse or anaphylactic reaction.
(5) A requirement that not later than fourteen (14) days after the dentist administers an immunization to an individual, the dentist or dentist's designee shall provide notice of the immunization to the individual's physician.
(6) A requirement that, for each immunization administered by the dentist, the dentist shall maintain a copy of:
(A) a record of immunization; and
(B) the notification provided by the dentist or dentist's designee under subdivision (5);
in accordance with rules adopted by the board.
(b) The immunization protocol under which a dentist administers an immunization must be:
(1) maintained at the dentist's office and available for inspection by the individual receiving the immunization; and
(2) renewed annually.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Indiana Code Title 25. Professions and Occupations § 25-14-6-2 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/in/title-25-professions-and-occupations/in-code-sect-25-14-6-2/
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