Texas Statutes
§ 172.001 — DEFINITIONS.
Texas § 172.001
JurisdictionTexas
Code OCOccupations Code
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Tex. Occupations Code Code Ann. § 172.001 (2026).
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Sec. 172.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
(1)"Advanced practice registered nurse" has the meaning assigned by Section 301.152 .
(2)"Elective intravenous therapy" means a procedure:
(A)to administer fluids, nutrients, medications, or blood directly into a patient's bloodstream through a vein;
(B)that is sought by the patient to alleviate symptoms of temporary discomfort or improve temporary wellness; and
(C)that is not administered in:
(i)a physician's office;
(ii)a health facility licensed under Subtitle B, Title 4, Health and Safety Code;
(iii)a mental hospital licensed under Chapter 577 , Health and Safety Code; or
(iv)a hospital maintained or operated by this state.
(3)"Physician assistant" means a person who holds a license issued under Chapter 204 .
(4)"Registered nurse"
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Legislative History
Added by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 635 (H.B. 3749 ), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2025.
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