Nevada Revised Statutes Section 453.371 - Public Health and Safety

Definitions. As used in NRS 453.371 to 453.552, inclusive:

1. “Advanced practitioner of nursing” means a person who holds a certificate of recognition granted pursuant to NRS 632.237 and is registered with the Board.

2. “Medical intern” means a medical graduate acting as an assistant in a hospital for the purpose of clinical training.

3. “Pharmacist” means a person who holds a certificate of registration issued pursuant to NRS 639.127 and is registered with the Board.

4. “Physician,” “dentist,” “podiatric physician,” “veterinarian” and “euthanasia technician” mean persons authorized by a license to practice their respective professions in this State who are registered with the Board.

5. “Physician assistant” means a person who is registered with the Board and:

(a) Holds a license issued pursuant to NRS 630.273; or

(b) Holds a certificate issued pursuant to NRS 633.451.

Last modified: February 26, 2006