Active Physical Restraints-any device which acts to limit or restrict mobility of an individual's body or body part or parts excepting those devices specifically prescribed by a physician for bracing or for therapeutic positioning. Examples of active physical restraints include posey belts, ankle cuffs, safety restraints, and straight jackets.
Legend Drug-those drugs requiring a prescription for dispensing under federal law.
Non-Legend Drugs-those drugs which do not require a prescription for dispensing under federal law (i.e., aspirin, petroleum jelly, etc.).
Superintendent-the person who is primarily responsible for the operation of any facility; director; administrator. This definition also includes the individual specifically designated by the superintendent to act on his behalf during his absence from the facility, such as the duty officer.
Qualified Professional-
1. A psychologist with at least a master's degree from an accredited program and with specialized training or two years of experience in treating emotionally disturbed, mentally retarded or learning disabled children whose condition is similar to the condition of the children being served.
2. A physician licensed under state law to practice medicine or osteopathy and with specialized training or two years of experience in treating emotionally disturbed, mentally retarded or learning disabled children whose condition is similar to that of the children being served.
La. Admin. Code tit. 48, § I-1103