KRS 27A.095: Standard power of attorney regarding medical treatment and school -

related decisions for a minor.

(1) As used in this section, "medical treatment" means any medical, chiropractic,

optometric, or dental examination, diagnostic procedure, and treatment, including

but not limited to hospitalization, developmental screening, mental health screening

and treatment, preventive care, pharmacy services, immunizations recommended by

the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on

Immunization Practices, well -child care, and blood testing, except that "medical

treatment" shall not include HIV/AIDS testing, controlled substance testing, or any

other testing for which a separate court order or informed consent is required under

other applicable law.

(2) The Administrative Office of the Courts shall develop a standard power of attorney

for the limited purpose of establishing authority to consent to medical treatment for

a minor and to make school-related decisions for a minor.

(3) The standard power of attorney developed under subsection (2) of this section shall

be available through the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and the office of

the circuit clerk where the informal caregiver resides.