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AZ HB2615
Bill
Status
4/1/2021
Primary Sponsor
Joanne Osborne
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AI Summary
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Allows first responders trained in administering epinephrine injections to administer them to persons experiencing anaphylaxis under a standing order from a licensed physician, naturopathic physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
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Provides immunity from professional liability and criminal prosecution for physicians, naturopathic physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who issue standing orders for epinephrine administration, and for first responders who administer epinephrine under those orders, except in cases of wanton or willful neglect.
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Defines "first responder" as a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or ambulance attendant, including emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and emergency medical responders employed by ambulance services.
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Does not create a duty or standard of care requiring first responders to administer epinephrine injections.
Legislative Description
Epinephrine injections; first responders immunity
Immunity
Last Action
Chapter 165
4/1/2021