Definitions.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 635.010
in effectAs used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. Board means the State Board of Podiatry.
2. Podiatry is the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of ailments of the human foot and leg.
3. Podiatry hygienist means a person engaged in assisting a podiatric physician.
4. Screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment approach means an evidence-based method of delivering early intervention and treatment to persons who have or are at risk of developing a substance use disorder that consists of:
(a) Screening to assess the severity of substance use and identify the appropriate level of treatment;
(b) Brief intervention to increase awareness of the persons substance use and motivation to change his or her behavior; and
(c) Referral to treatment for persons who need more extensive treatment and specialty care for substance use disorder.
Source: NV Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://www.leg.state.nv.us/nrs/NRS-635.htmlFetched: 10/4/2026