Section 20-34-8-5 - Distribution of information by department(a) The department shall disseminate guidelines, information sheets, and forms to each state accredited nonpublic school, charter school, and each school corporation for distribution to schools to inform and educate coaches, marching band leaders, applicable students, and parents of applicable students of the nature and risk of sudden cardiac arrest to applicable students. The guidelines and information sheets must include the following information: (1) The nature and warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest, including the risks associated with continuing to play or practice after experiencing one (1) or more symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest, including:(B) difficulty breathing;(E) abnormal racing heart rate.(2) Information about electrocardiogram testing, including the potential risks, benefits, and evidentiary basis behind electrocardiogram testing.(b) The department: (1) may consult with an association, medical professionals, and others with expertise in diagnosing and treating sudden cardiac arrest; and(2) may request the assistance of an association in disseminating the guidelines, information sheets, and forms required under subsection (a).(c) The department may disseminate the guidelines, information sheets, and forms required under this section in an electronic format and must be made available on the department's Internet web site.Amended by P.L. 56-2021,SEC. 5, eff. 4/15/2021.Amended by P.L. 92-2020,SEC. 90, eff. 3/18/2020.Added by P.L. 139-2014, SEC. 3, eff. 7/1/2014.