As used in this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings:
(1) PALLIATIVE AND END OF LIFE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH PLAN or PLAN. A document that outlines activities of which a qualified minor may partake in the school setting or in selected school situations as prescribed in the plan. A plan shall be developed by the school nurse in conjunction with the representative of the qualified minor, as provided under this chapter, and shall outline the health care to be provided, including an Order for Pediatric Palliative and End of Life Care, as defined in Section 22-8A-3, to a qualified minor in a school setting.
(2) QUALIFIED MINOR. The term as it is defined in Section 22-8A-3.
(3) REPRESENTATIVE OF A QUALIFIED MINOR. The term as it is defined in Section 22-8A-3.
(4) SCHOOL. Any primary or secondary public school located in the state.
(5) SCHOOL EMPLOYEE. Any individual employed by a public school system located in the state.
(6) SCHOOL NURSE. A nurse licensed by the Alabama Board of Nursing and employed as a school nurse by a public school system located in the state.
Last modified: May 3, 2021