An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, further providing for definitions and for scope of practice for certified registered nurse anesthetists.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill amends the existing Professional Nursing Law to expand the scope of practice for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). Specifically, it allows CRNAs to prescribe certain medications, order and evaluate diagnostic tests, and perform a broader range of anesthesia-related procedures under the direction of a physician, podiatrist, or dentist. The bill clarifies the conditions under which CRNAs can provide these services, including limitations on the quantity of controlled substances they can prescribe.
Key provisions
- CRNAs can prescribe certain medications, including controlled substances, under specific conditions.
- CRNAs can order and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic test results and point-of-care testing.
- CRNAs can order and evaluate radiographic imaging studies.
- CRNAs can be responsible for total anesthesia care, including preanesthetic preparation and evaluation.
- CRNAs can develop and implement anesthetic care plans.
- CRNAs can select and initiate anesthesia techniques.
- CRNAs can manage patient's emergence from anesthesia.
- CRNAs can respond to emergency situations and provide basic life support.
Who is affected
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
- Physicians
- Podiatrists
- Dentists
- Patients receiving anesthesia care
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