Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 631 - Dentistry and Dental Hygiene
Section 631.Sec. 4 - NEW

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 631.Sec. 4

Current through December 12, 2024

In addition to the items required by NRS 631.3123, a written practice agreement between a dentist and a dental therapist must include, without limitation:

1. Procedures for the duplication, maintenance and storage of the records of the patients of the dental therapist by the authorizing dentist;

2. Specific procedures for the management of medical emergencies, including, without limitation:

(a) A requirement that the dental therapist must be certified in the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with NAC 631.173; and

(b) Procedures for the administration of first aid, an automated external defibrillator and supplemental oxygen;

3. The tasks that each staff member is required to perform when a medical emergency occurs; and

4. Procedures for the maintenance of a written log to document the monthly review of the records of patients which must include, without limitation:

(a) Evaluations of each referral of a patient made by the dental therapist to an authorizing dentist or an appropriate dental specialist and any follow-up of such a referral;

(b) The demographic information of the authorizing dentist and dental therapist, with any personally identifying information removed; and

(c) Procedures for making the written log available to the Board for review and examination upon request.

Added to NAC by Bd. of Dental Exam'rs by R072-22A, eff. 11/1/2024

NRS 631.190, 631.3122, 631.3123

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