KRS 311.645: Definitions for KRS 311.645 to 311.647.

As used in KRS 311.645 to 311.647:

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

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

reactions triggered by, among other agents, foods, dru gs, injections, insect stings,

and physical activity;

(2) "Administer" means to directly apply an injectable epinephrine device to the body

of an individual;

(3) "Asthma" means a respiratory condition marked by coughing, wheezing, or

shortness of breath often triggered by allergies, exercise, or irritants;

(4) "Authorized entity" means an entity that may at any time have allergens present that

are capable of causing a severe allergic reaction and has an individual who holds a

certificate issued under KRS 31 1.646 on the premises or officially associated with

the entity. The term includes but is not limited to licensed child -care centers and

certified family child -care homes, restaurants, recreation camps, youth sports

leagues, theme parks and resorts, and sports arenas;

(5) "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;

(6) "Certified individual" means an individual who successfully completes an approved

educational training program and obtains a certificate, as described in KRS

311.646;

(7) "Injectable epinephrine device" means a single -use device used to administe r a

premeasured dose of epinephrine;

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

prescriptive authority; and

(9) "Self-administration" means an individual's administration of an injectable

epinephrine device or bronchodilator rescue inhaler on herself or himself.