Nevada § 454.00958 - “Practitioner” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 454.00958 — “Practitioner” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 454.00958. “Practitioner” defined
“ Practitioner ” means: 1. A physician, dentist, veterinarian or podiatric physician who holds a valid license
to practice his or her profession in this State. 2. A pharmacy, hospital or other institution licensed or registered to distribute,
dispense, conduct research with respect to or to administer a dangerous drug in the
course of professional practice in this State. 3. When relating to the prescription of poisons, dangerous drugs and devices: (a) An advanced practice registered nurse who holds a certificate from the State Board
of Pharmacy permitting him or her so to prescribe; or (b) A physician assistant who holds a license from the Board of Medical Examiners
and a certificate from the State Board of Pharmacy permitting him or her so to prescribe. 4. An optometrist who is certified to prescribe and administer pharmaceutical agents
pursuant to NRS 636.288 when the optometrist prescribes or administers dangerous drugs which are within the
scope of his or her certification. 5. A dental hygienist who holds a valid license to practice dental hygiene in this
State and: (a) Is authorized to prescribe and dispense the dangerous drugs listed in NRS 631.3105 in accordance with the provisions of that section and the regulations adopted pursuant
thereto; and (b) Holds a certificate issued by the State Board of Pharmacy pursuant to NRS 639.1374 authorizing him or her to so prescribe. 6. A certified registered nurse anesthetist who orders, prescribes, possesses or administers
poisons, dangerous drugs or devices in accordance with NRS 632.2397 . 7. A pharmacist who is registered pursuant to NRS 639.28079 to prescribe and dispense drugs for medication-assisted treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 454.00958
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 454.00958 cover?
Section 454.00958 ("“Practitioner” defined") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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