N.D. Cent. Code § 50-06.4-01: Definitions

As used in this chapter:

1."Brain injury" means damage to the brain or the coverings of the brain which produces an altered mental state and results in a decrease in cognitive, behavioral, emotional, or physical functioning. The term does not include an insult of a degenerative or congenital nature.

2."Department" means the department of health and human services.