158.832 Definitions for KRS 158.830 to 158.838.

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As used in KRS 158.830 to 158.838:

(1)"Anaphylaxis" means an allergic reaction resulting from sensitization following

prior contact with an antigen which can be a life-threatening emergency.

Anaphylaxis may be triggered by, among other agents, foods, drugs, injections,

insect stings, and physical activity;

(2)"Bronchodilator rescue inhaler" means medication used to relieve asthma symptoms

or respiratory distress along with devices and device components needed to

appropriately administer the medication, including but not limited to disposable

spacers;

(3)"Medications" means all medicines individually prescribed by a health care

practitioner for the student that pertain to his or her asthma or are used to treat

anaphylaxis, including but not limited to injectable epinephrine devices or

bronchodilator rescue inhalers;

(4)"Health care practitioner" means a physician or other health care provider who has

prescriptive authority;

(5)"Self-administration" means the student's use of his or her prescribed asthma or

anaphylaxis medications, pursuant to prescription or written direction from the

health care practitioner; and

(6)"Seizure action plan" means a written, individualized health plan designed to

acknowledge and prepare for the health care needs of a student diagnosed with a

seizure disorder that is prepared by the student's treating physician.