When performing clinical support functions as authorized by section 4723.43 of the Revised Code, a certified registered nurse anesthetist may direct a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or respiratory therapist to provide supportive care, including monitoring vital signs, conducting electrocardiograms, and administering intravenous fluids, if the nurse or therapist is authorized by law to provide such care.

Terms Used In Ohio Code 4723.433

  • Certified registered nurse anesthetist: means an advanced practice registered nurse who holds a current, valid license issued under this chapter and is designated as a certified registered nurse anesthetist in accordance with section 4723. See Ohio Code 4723.01
  • Licensed practical nurse: means an individual who holds a current, valid license issued under this chapter that authorizes the practice of nursing as a licensed practical nurse. See Ohio Code 4723.01
  • Physician: means an individual authorized under Chapter 4731 of the Revised Code to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery. See Ohio Code 4723.01
  • Registered nurse: means an individual who holds a current, valid license issued under this chapter that authorizes the practice of nursing as a registered nurse. See Ohio Code 4723.01

In addition, the certified registered nurse anesthetist may direct the nurse or therapist to administer treatments, drugs, and intravenous fluids to treat conditions related to the administration of anesthesia if the nurse or therapist is authorized by law to administer treatments, drugs, and intravenous fluids and a physician, podiatrist, or dentist ordered the treatments, drugs, and intravenous fluids.

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