(b) These procedures should include:

1. (1) A prior arrangement should be established, which assures communication between the optometrist and any one (1) of the following:

   1. (A) An ophthalmologist;
   2. (B) A general physician;
   3. (C) The emergency medical service unit in the area; or
   4. (D) The emergency room personnel at a local hospital;
2. (2) All office personnel shall be instructed concerning these emergency procedures;

3. (3)

   1. (A) An optometrist certified to use pharmaceutical agents shall be certified for CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).
   2. (B) An optometrist may apply in writing to the State Board of Optometry for a waiver of this requirement; and
4. (4) Verification shall be provided to the Secretary-Treasurer of the State Board of Optometry that items in subdivisions (b)(1) – (3) of this section have been implemented.