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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. A dental hygienist who meets the requirements prescribed by regulation of the Board pursuant to subsection 4 and is issued a certificate by the State Board of Pharmacy pursuant to NRS 639.1374 may prescribe and dispense only:
(a) Topical or systemic prescription drugs, other than controlled substances, for preventative care;
(b) Fluoride preparations for which a prescription is not required;
(c) Topical antimicrobial oral rinses; and
(d) Medicament trays or mouthguards.
2. A dental hygienist shall not prescribe or dispense:
(a) A controlled substance; or
(b) Any drug or device not listed in subsection 1 or authorized under the certificate issued pursuant to NRS 639.1374.
3. A dental hygienist may only prescribe and dispense a drug or device pursuant to subsection 1:
(a) In compliance with any applicable regulations adopted by the Board; and
(b) In compliance with any applicable law governing the handling, prescribing and dispensing of the drug or device.
4. The Board shall adopt regulations prescribing the:
(a) Education and training that a dental hygienist must complete before prescribing and dispensing a drug or device pursuant to subsection 1; and
(b) Continuing education that a dental hygienist must complete to be authorized to continue prescribing and dispensing drugs or devices pursuant to subsection 1.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 54. Professions, Occupations and Businesses § 631.3105. Dental hygienists: Authorization to prescribe or dispense certain drugs and devices; limitations and prohibitions; regulations - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-54-professions-occupations-and-businesses/nv-rev-st-631-3105/
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