ARSD 20:48:04:10. Scope and standards of nurse anesthetist practice -- Use and supervision of radiography

A nurse anesthetist may order, interpret, and supervise radiographic procedures including fluoroscopy to initiate a patient-specific anesthesia or pain management plan of care. A nurse anesthetist shall utilize operators of radiation equipment in accordance with §§ 44:03:01:14.01 through 44:03:01:14.03. All radiographic procedures must be performed in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and the requirements of article 44:03. Prior to the use of fluoroscopy, a nurse anesthetist shall complete education that includes content on radiation physics, radiobiology, radiological safety, and radiation management, applicable to the use of fluoroscopy. A nurse anesthetist who uses fluoroscopy in a health care setting that is licensed under SDCL chapter 34-12 and which meets the radiological requirements set forth in articles 44:75 and 44:76 shall meet the institution's requirements prior to the use of fluoroscopy. A nurse anesthetist who uses fluoroscopy in a setting that is not licensed pursuant to SDCL chapter 34-12 shall complete an educational program approved by the board and shall provide documentation of completion to the board.