1. 1. A dental hygienist who meets the requirements prescribed by regulation of the Board pursuant to subsection 4 and is issued a certificate by the State Board of Pharmacy pursuant to NRS 639.1374 may prescribe and dispense only:

   1. (a) Topical or systemic prescription drugs, other than controlled substances, for preventative care;
   2. (b) Fluoride preparations for which a prescription is not required;
   3. (c) Topical antimicrobial oral rinses; and
   4. (d) Medicament trays or mouthguards.

2. 2. A dental hygienist shall not prescribe or dispense:

   1. (a) A controlled substance; or
   2. (b) Any drug or device not listed in subsection 1 or authorized under the certificate issued pursuant to NRS 639.1374.

3. 3. A dental hygienist may only prescribe and dispense a drug or device pursuant to subsection 1:

   1. (a) In compliance with any applicable regulations adopted by the Board; and
   2. (b) In compliance with any applicable law governing the handling, prescribing and dispensing of the drug or device.

4. 4. The Board shall adopt regulations prescribing the:

   1. (a) Education and training that a dental hygienist must complete before prescribing and dispensing a drug or device pursuant to subsection 1; and
   2. (b) Continuing education that a dental hygienist must complete to be authorized to continue prescribing and dispensing drugs or devices pursuant to subsection 1.

(Added to NRS by 2023, 3407)