KRS 311A.195: Administration of epinephrine -- Supply of epinephrine and needles --

Medical protocols.

(1) Any emergency medical technician and any paramedic shall be authorized to

administer epinephrine to any person whom the EMT or paramedic has been called

to attend if the EMT or paramedic makes an assessment that the person is exhibiting

symptoms consistent with an anaphylactic reaction. The EMT or paramedic shall

follow the medical protocol established by the medical director of the employing

licensed ambulanc e service in determining the appropriate dose or doses of

epinephrine and the routes for administration.

(2) Every ambulance provider in the Commonwealth shall:

(a) Maintain an adequate supply of epinephrine and disposable sterile needles and

syringes on every ambulance that it operates; and

(b) Establish medical protocols to be used by EMT providers and paramedics in

determining symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction, the appropriate dose or

doses of epinephrine, and the routes for administration.