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34-27B-2
Section 34-27B-2 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have
the following meanings: (1) BOARD. The Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy. (2) DIRECT
CLINICAL SUPERVISION. A situation where a licensed respiratory therapist or physician is available
for the purpose of communication, consultation, and assistance. (3) HEALTHCARE FACILITY. The
definition shall be the same as in Section 22-21-260. (4) MEDICALLY APPROVED PROTOCOL.
A detailed plan for taking specific diagnostic or treatment actions, or both, authorized by
the treating physician of the patient, all of which actions shall be: a. In a hospital or
other inpatient health care facility, approved by the supervising physician of the respiratory
therapist or in an outpatient treatment setting approved by the supervising physician of the
respiratory therapist. b. Except in cases of medical emergency, instituted following an evaluation
of the patient by a physician or otherwise directed by the supervising...
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34-27B-11
Section 34-27B-11 Additional activities permitted under chapter. Nothing in this chapter
shall be construed as preventing or restricting the practice, services, or activities of any
of the following: (1) Any person who is licensed in Alabama or certified by an organization
accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and acceptable to the state
from engaging in the profession or occupation for which the person is licensed or certified.
(2) Any person employed by the United States government who provides respiratory therapy solely
under the direction or control of the United States government agency or organization. (3)
Any person receiving clinical training while pursuing a course of study leading to registry
or certification in a respiratory therapy educational program accredited by the Council on
Allied Health Education Programs in collaboration with the Committee on Accreditation for
Respiratory Care or their successor organizations. This person will be under direct...
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27-1-20
Section 27-1-20 Patient Right to Know Act. (a) This section shall be known and
may be cited as the "Patient Right to Know Act." (b) As used in this section,
unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following words shall have the following
meanings: (1) ENROLLEE. A person who purchases individual health care coverage or an employer
who purchases a group health care plan. (2) PROVIDER. A physician, dentist, podiatrist, pharmacist,
optometrist, psychologist, clinical social worker, advanced nurse practitioner, registered
optician, licensed professional counselor, physical therapist, and chiropractor. (c)(1) All
persons, firms, corporations, associations, health maintenance organizations, health insurance
services, or preferred provider organizations, any employer-sponsored health benefit plan,
or any similar organization or entity, providing health, accident, or dental insurance coverage,
either directly or indirectly, shall provide an enrollee with a written description of the...
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22-8A-3
Section 22-8A-3 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have
the following meanings, respectively, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: (1)
ADULT. Any person 19 years of age or over. (2) ARTIFICIALLY PROVIDED NUTRITION AND HYDRATION.
A medical treatment consisting of the administration of food and water through a tube or intravenous
line, where the recipient is not required to chew or swallow voluntarily. Artificially provided
nutrition and hydration does not include assisted feeding, such as spoon or bottle feeding.
(3) ADVANCE DIRECTIVE FOR HEALTH CARE. A writing executed in accordance with Section
22-8A-4 which may include a living will, the appointment of a health care proxy, or both such
living will and appointment of a health care proxy. (4) ATTENDING PHYSICIAN. The physician
selected by, or assigned to, the patient who has primary responsibility for the treatment
and care of the patient. (5) CARDIOPULMONARY CESSATION. A lack of pulse or...
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22-5D-2
Section 22-5D-2 Definitions. As used in this act, the following words have the following
meanings: (1) ELIGIBLE PATIENT. An individual who meets all of the following conditions: a.
Has a terminal illness, attested to by the patient's treating physician. b. Has considered
all other treatment options currently approved by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration.
c. Has received a recommendation from his or her physician for an investigational drug, biological
product, or device. d. Has given written, informed consent for the use of the investigational
drug, biological product, or device. e. Has documentation from his or her physician that he
or she meets the requirements of this subdivision. (2) INVESTIGATIONAL DRUG, BIOLOGICAL PRODUCT,
or DEVICE. A drug, biological product, or device that has successfully completed phase 1 of
a clinical trial but has not yet been approved for general use by the U. S. Food and Drug
Administration and remains under investigation in a U. S. Food and Drug...
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22-13A-4
Section 22-13A-4 Establishment and promotion of program; duties of officer; strategies
for raising public awareness and educating consumers and professionals. (a) The State Department
of Health, hereinafter referred to as "the department," shall establish, promote,
and maintain an osteoporosis prevention and treatment education program in order to raise
public awareness, educate consumers, educate and train health professionals, teachers, and
human service providers, and for other purposes. (b) For purposes of administering this chapter,
the State Health Officer shall do all of the following: (1) Provide sufficient staff to implement
the Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Education Program. (2) Provide appropriate training
for staff of the Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Education Program. (3) Identify the
appropriate entities to carry out the program. (4) Base the program on the most up-to-date
scientific information and findings. (5) Work to improve the capacity of...
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34-29-94
Section 34-29-94 Veterinary technician licensing requirements; authorized acts; unlicensed
assistants; emergency care; suspension, revocation of license; continuing education. (a) In
order to obtain a license as a veterinary technician, the applicant shall do all of the following:
(1) Submit a complete notarized application on a form prescribed by the board setting forth
that the applicant meets all of the following qualifications: a. At least 18 years of age.
b. Of good character. c. Has attained a competent school education and has received a diploma
in veterinary technology from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited school,
or other school of veterinary technology approved by the board. (2) Submit an application
accompanied by an authenticated copy of the college transcript of the applicant signed by
the dean or the registrar of the school, college, or university. (3) Submit an application
accompanied by a photograph of reasonable likeness of the applicant taken...
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34-27B-7
Section 34-27B-7 Issuance, use, renewal of license; temporary license. (a) The board
shall issue a respiratory therapist license to any person who meets the qualifications required
by this chapter and who pays the license fee established herein. (b) Any person who is issued
a license as a respiratory therapist under this chapter may use the words "licensed respiratory
therapist" or the letters "LRT" in connection with his or her name to denote
his or her license. (c) A license issued under this chapter shall be subject to biennial renewal.
(d)(1) The board may issue a six-month temporary license as a respiratory therapist to persons
who have graduated from a respiratory therapy educational program accredited by the Council
on Allied Health Education Programs (CAHEP) in collaboration with the Committee on Accreditation
for Respiratory Care (CoARC), or their successor organizations, and who have applied for and
are awaiting competency examination. The temporary license shall be renewable...
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22-11A-60
Section 22-11A-60 Definitions. As used in this article, the following words shall have
the following meanings: (1) HEALTH CARE FACILITY. A hospital, nursing home, ambulatory surgical
center, outpatient surgical facility, ambulance service, rescue squad, paid fire department,
volunteer fire department, or any other clinic, office, or facility in which medical, dental,
nursing, or podiatric services are offered. (2) HEALTH CARE WORKER. Physicians, dentists,
nurses, respiratory therapists, phlebotomists, surgical technicians, physician assistants,
podiatrist, dialysis technicians, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, ambulance drivers,
dental hygienists, dental assistants, students in the healing arts, or any other individual
who provides or assists in the provision of medical, dental, or nursing services. (3) HEPATITIS
B VIRUS (HBV) INFECTION. The presence of the HBV as determined by the presence of hepatitis
B(e) antigen for six months or longer or by other means as determined by...
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22-13A-5
Section 22-13A-5 Needs assessment; list of services and providers. (a) The department
shall conduct a needs assessment to identify any or all of the following: (1) Research being
conducted within the state. (2) Available technical assistance and educational materials and
programs nationwide. (3) The level of public and professional awareness about osteoporosis.
(4) The needs of osteoporosis patients, their families, and caregivers. (5) Needs of health
care providers, including physicians, nurses, managed care organizations, and other health
care providers. (6) The services available to the osteoporosis patient. (7) Existence of osteoporosis
treatment programs. (8) Existence of osteoporosis support groups. (9) Existence of rehabilitation
services. (10) The number and location of bone density testing equipment. (b) Based on the
needs assessment, the department shall develop and maintain a list of osteoporosis-related
services and osteoporosis health care providers with specialization in...
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