311.645 Definitions for KRS 311.645 to 311.647.
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As used in KRS 311.645 to 311.647:
(1)"Anaphylaxis" means an allergic reaction resulting from sensitization following
prior contact with an antigen which can be a life-threatening emergency, including
reactions triggered by, among other agents, foods, drugs, injections, insect stings,
and physical activity;
(2)"Administer" means to directly apply an injectable epinephrine device to the body
of an individual;
(3)"Asthma" means a respiratory condition marked by coughing, wheezing, or
shortness of breath often triggered by allergies, exercise, or irritants;
(4)"Authorized entity" means an entity that may at any time have allergens present that
are capable of causing a severe allergic reaction and has an individual who holds a
certificate issued under KRS 311.646 on the premises or officially associated with
the entity. The term includes but is not limited to licensed child-care centers and
certified family child-care homes, restaurants, recreation camps, youth sports
leagues, theme parks and resorts, and sports arenas;
(5)"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;
(6)"Certified individual" means an individual who successfully completes an approved
educational training program and obtains a certificate, as described in KRS
311.646;
(7)"Injectable epinephrine device" means a single-use device used to administer a
premeasured dose of epinephrine;
(8)"Health-care practitioner" means a physician or other health-care provider who has
prescriptive authority; and
(9)"Self-administration" means an individual's administration of an injectable
epinephrine device or bronchodilator rescue inhaler on herself or himself.