KRS 158.832: Definitions for KRS 158.830 to 158.838.

As used in KRS 158.830 to 158.838:

(1) "Anaphylaxis" means an allergic reaction resulting from sensitization following

prior contact with an antigen which can be a life -threatening emergency.

Anaphylaxis may be triggered by, among other agents, foods, drugs, injections,

insect stings, and physical activity;

(2) "Bronchodilator rescue inhaler" means medication used to relieve asthma

symptoms or respiratory distress along with devices and device components needed

to appropriately administer the medication, including but not limited to disposable

spacers;

(3) "Documented medical condition" means a life -threatening allergy, asthma, risk of

anaphylaxis, risk of respiratory distress, diabetes, hypoglycemia, adrenal crisis, or

other life-threatening medical condition as diagnosed by a health care practitioner;

(4) "Medications" means all medicines individually prescribed by a health care

practitioner for the student that pertain to his or her documented medical condition,

including epinephrine, bronchodilator rescue inhalers, nebulizers, glucagon, Solu -

Cortef, or other medication;

(5) "Health care practitioner" means a physician or other health care provider who has

prescriptive authority;

(6) "Self-administration" means the student's use of his or her prescribed medications,

pursuant to prescription or written direction from the health care practitioner; and

(7) "Seizure action plan" means a written, individualized health plan designed to

acknowledge and prepare for the health care needs of a student diagnosed with a

seizure disorder that is prepared by the student's treating physician.