Ohio § 4723.181
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4723.181, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4723.181.
(A) A licensed practical nurse may perform on any person any of the intravenous therapy
procedures specified in division (B) of this section if both of the following apply: (1) The licensed practical nurse acts at the direction of a registered nurse or a physician,
physician assistant, dentist, optometrist, or podiatrist who is authorized to practice
in this state and the registered nurse, physician, physician assistant, dentist, optometrist,
or podiatrist is on the premises where the procedure is to be performed or accessible
by some form of telecommunication. (2) The licensed practical nurse can demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to
perform the procedure safely. (B) The intravenous therapy procedures that a licensed practical nurse may perform pursuant
to division (A) of this section are limited to the following: (1) Verification of the type of peripheral intravenous solution being administered; (2) Examination of a peripheral infusion site and the extremity for possible infiltration; (3) Regulation of a peripheral intravenous infusion according to the prescribed flow
rate; (4) Discontinuation of a peripheral intravenous device at the appropriate time; (5) Performance of routine dressing changes at the insertion site of a peripheral venous
or arterial infusion, peripherally inserted central catheter infusion, or central
venous pressure subclavian infusion.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4723.181
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4723.181 cover?
Section 4723.181 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 4723.181?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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