Texas Education Code

§ 38.151 — DEFINITIONS

ED § 38.151Title 2. PUBLIC EDUCATION · Part G. SAFE SCHOOLS · Ch. 38. HEALTH AND SAFETY · Art. D. PREVENTION, TREATMENT, AND OVERSIGHT OF CONCUSSIONS AFFECTING STUDENT ATHLETES

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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

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Legislative history

Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 781 (H.B. 2038), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2011.