During any declared disaster, epidemic, pandemic, public health emergency, or public safety emergency, an individual with a developmental disability or any other permanent disability who is in need of surgery or any other health care procedure, any medical or other health care test, or any clinical care visit shall be given the opportunity to have at least one parent or legal guardian present if the presence of the individual’s parent or legal guardian is necessary to alleviate any negative reaction that may be experienced by the individual who is the patient.

Terms Used In Ohio Code 3701.1310

  • 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.

The director of health may take any action necessary to enforce this section.

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