NRS 635.010: Definitions.

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

1. “Board” means the State Board of Podiatry.

2. “Podiatry” is the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of ailments of the human foot and leg.

3. “Podiatry hygienist” means a person engaged in assisting a podiatric physician.

4. “Screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment approach” means an evidence-based method of delivering early intervention and treatment to persons who have or are at risk of developing a substance use disorder that consists of:

(a) Screening to assess the severity of substance use and identify the appropriate level of treatment;

(b) Brief intervention to increase awareness of the person’s substance use and motivation to change his or her behavior; and

(c) Referral to treatment for persons who need more extensive treatment and specialty care for substance use disorder.