Current through the 2024 Fourth Special Session
Section 26B-4-405 - School nurses evaluating student injuries(1) A school nurse may assess a child who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or a traumatic head injury during school hours on school property regardless of whether the nurse has received specialized training in the evaluation and management of a concussion.(2) A school nurse who does not meet the requirements of Subsections 26B-4-404(1)(b)(i) and (1)(b)(ii)(A), but who assesses a child who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or traumatic head injury under Subsection (1): (a) shall refer the child to a qualified health care provider who is trained in the evaluation and management of a concussion; and(b) may not provide a written statement permitting the child to resume participation in free play or physical education class under Subsection 26B-4-404(1)(b)(ii).(3) A school nurse shall undergo training in the evaluation and management of a concussion, as funding allows.Renumbered from §26-53-401 and amended by Chapter 307, 2023 General Session ,§ 129, eff. 5/3/2023.Amended by Chapter 165, 2014 General Session ,§ 1, eff. 5/13/2014.Added by Chapter 289, 2013 General Session ,§ 1, eff. 5/14/2013.