Florida Administrative Code
64 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
64B9 - Board of Nursing
Chapter 64B9-12 - ADMINISTRATION OF INTRAVENOUS THERAPY BY LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES
Section 64B9-12.003 - Aspects of Intravenous Therapy Outside the Scope of Practice of an IV certified LPN

Universal Citation: FL Admin Code R 64B9-12.003

Current through Reg. 50, No. 187; September 24, 2024

(1) Unless under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or health care practitioner (as defined in Rule 64B9-12.002, F.A.C.), an IV certified LPN, (one who meets the qualifications set forth in Rule 64B9-12.005(1), F.A.C.), shall not perform the following:

(a) Initiation of blood and blood products;

(b) Initiation or administration of cancer chemotherapy;

(c) Initiation of plasma expanders;

(d) Initiation or administration of investigational drugs;

(2) Although this rule limits the scope of an IV certified licensed practical nurse practice, it is appropriate for an IV certified licensed practical nurses to care for patients receiving such therapy.

Rulemaking Authority 464.006 FS. Law Implemented 464.003(18) FS.

New 1-16-91, Formerly 21O-21.003, 61F7-12.003, 59S-12.003, Amended 4-9-98, 7-20-23.

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