§ 40:2010.7 — Definitions

Louisiana § 40:2010.7

• Jurisdiction: Louisiana
• Title 40: Public Health and Safety

Text

§2010.7. Definitions
For the purpose of R.S. 40:2010.6 through R.S. 40:2010.9, unless the context
otherwise requires:
(1) "Ancillary service" means, but is not limited to, podiatry, dental,
audiology, vision, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychological and social
services, and planning services.
(2) "Chemical restraint" includes any drug listed in the schedules of
controlled substances under R.S. 40:964 as a substance having a depressant effect on
the central nervous system, or chlorpromazine hydrochloride.
(3) "Physical restraint" means, but is not limited to, any article, device, or
garment that interferes with the free movement of the resident and that he is unable
to remove easily. It also includes a geriatric chair and a locked room door.
(4) "Sponsor" means an adult relative, friend, or guardian of a resident who
has an interest or responsibility in the resident's welfare, and preferably who is
designated as the responsible party on the resident's admission forms.

Legislative History

Added by Acts 1985, No. 734, §1, eff. July 17, 1985.