This bill proposes several updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically section 32-1421, which pertains to the Arizona medical board. It introduces new language that clarifies the scope of activities that do not require a doctor's judgment, emphasizing that these activities must be delegated under the supervision of a doctor of medicine or approved by a committee of physicians in a licensed healthcare institution. Additionally, it expands the definition of permissible activities to include providing basic first aid, with specific consent requirements for individuals under fifteen years of age.

Furthermore, the bill defines "basic first aid" to include actions such as cleaning minor cuts, treating burns, applying bandages, and providing fluids for heat stress. It also allows for the administration of antiseptics, topical ointments, and nonprescription pain-relieving medication for specified ailments. The bill removes outdated language regarding the delegation of duties and clarifies the consent process for administering first aid, thereby modernizing the statute to better reflect current practices and standards in healthcare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1421