Section 38.151 - Definitions In this subchapter:
(1) "Advanced practice nurse" has the meaning assigned by Section 301.152, Occupations Code.(2) "Athletic trainer" has the meaning assigned by Section 451.001, Occupations Code.(3) "Coach" includes an assistant coach.(4) "Concussion" means a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain caused by a traumatic physical force or impact to the head or body, which may: (A) include temporary or prolonged altered brain function resulting in physical, cognitive, or emotional symptoms or altered sleep patterns; and(B) involve loss of consciousness.(5) "Licensed health care professional" means an advanced practice nurse, athletic trainer, neuropsychologist, or physician assistant, as those terms are defined by this section.(6) "Neuropsychologist" means a person who: (A) holds a license to engage in the practice of psychology issued under Section 501.252, Occupations Code; and(B) specializes in the practice of neuropsychology.(7) "Open-enrollment charter school" includes a school granted a charter under Subchapter E, Chapter 12.(8) "Physician" means a person who holds a license to practice medicine in this state.(9) "Physician assistant" means a person who holds a license issued under Chapter 204, Occupations Code.Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 781, Sec. 2, eff. 6/17/2011.