10A N.C. Admin. Code 28E.0102

Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 12, December 1, 2024

Section 28E .0102 - DEFINITIONS

(a) The definitions contained in this Rule, and the terms defined in G.S. 90-321 shall apply to the rules in this Subchapter.

(b) As used in these Rules, the following terms have the meanings specified:

(1) "Advance care directive" means any indication made in writing by a client in which the client makes provision or directions as to who will make health care decisions should the client become incapable of doing so; whether in such cases extraordinary means of sustaining life should be employed; or both.

(2) "Capable client" means a client who has the ability to make and communicate health care decisions, as confirmed by the client's attending physician.

(3) "Division" means the term as defined in G.S. 122C-3.

10A N.C. Admin. Code 28E .0102

Authority G.S. 32A-15; 32A-16; 90-320; 90-321; 143B-147;
Eff. November 2, 1992;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. May 1, 2018.

Authority G.S. 32A-15; 32A-16; 90-320; 90-321; 143B-147;
Eff. November 2, 1992.