Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 40:1083.3

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.

            Each birthing facility in the state of Louisiana shall perform pulse oximetry screening for the identification of CCHD on every newborn in its care prior to discharge from the birthing facility, unless prohibited by the parent or guardian of the newborn.

            Acts 2013, No. 407, §1; Redesignated from La. Rev. Stat. 40:1300.373 by HCR 84 of 2015 R.S.