Definitions

For the purposes of this subchapter, the term: (a)(1) "Administer" means the direct application of an epinephrine auto-injection to a human body. (2) "Authorized entity" means any entity or organization other than a public school, including recreational camps, colleges, universities, day care facilities, youth sports leagues, restaurants, places of employment, and sports arenas. (3) "Department" means the Department of Health. (4) "Epinephrine auto-injector" means a disposable drug delivery system with a spring-activated needle that is designed for the emergency administration of epinephrine to a person suffering an episode of anaphylaxis. (5) "Health care professional" means a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse licensed under Chapter 12 of Title 3. (6) "Standing order" means a prescriptive order written by a health care professional that is not specific to and does not identify a particular patient.