26B-4-405. School nurses evaluating student injuries.
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Effective 5/3/2023
26B-4-405. School nurses evaluating student injuries.
(1)A school nurse may assess a child who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or a traumatic head injury during school hours on school property regardless of whether the nurse has received specialized training in the evaluation and management of a concussion.
(2)A school nurse who does not meet the requirements of Subsections 26B-4-404(1)(b)(i) and (1)(b)(ii)(A) , but who assesses a child who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or traumatic head injury under Subsection
(1):
(a)shall refer the child to a qualified health care provider who is trained in the evaluation and management of a concussion; and
(b)may not provide a written statement permitting the child to resume participation in free play or physical education class under Subsection 26B-4-404(1)(b)(ii) .
(3)A school nurse shall undergo training in the evaluation and management of a concussion, as funding allows.
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 307 , 2023 General Session