Alaska Statutes (Last Updated: January 11, 2017) |
Title 17. FOOD AND DRUGS. |
Chapter 17.22. USE OF EPINEPHRINE IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. |
Section 17.22.090. Definitions.
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In this chapter,
(1) "department" means the Department of Health and Social Services;
(2) "emergency situation" means a circumstance where an individual experiences, or appears to experience, a severe asthmatic or allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, that requires the administration of epinephrine to avoid severe injury or death and where a certified or licensed health care provider authorized to administer epinephrine is not reasonably available.