School nurses evaluating student injuries.
Utah Code § 26B-4-405
in effect26B-4-405. School nurses evaluating student injuries.
(1) A school nurse may assess a child who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or a traumatic head injury during school hours on school property regardless of whether the nurse has received specialized training in the evaluation and management of a concussion.
(2) A school nurse who does not meet the requirements of Subsections 26B-4-404(1)(b)(i) and (1)(b)(ii)(A), but who assesses a child who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or traumatic head injury under Subsection (1):
(a) shall refer the child to a qualified health care provider who is trained in the evaluation and management of a concussion; and
(b) may not provide a written statement permitting the child to resume participation in free play or physical education class under Subsection 26B-4-404(1)(b)(ii).
(3) A school nurse shall undergo training in the evaluation and management of a concussion, as funding allows.
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 307, 2023 General Session
Source: Utah Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel (le.utah.gov)URL: https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title26B/Chapter4/26B-4-S405.html?v=C26B-4-S405_2023050320230503Fetched: 10/26/2026