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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".10" citation="COMAR 10.32.11.10" title_num="10" subtitle_num="32" chapter_num="11" heading="Standard of Care.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>In evaluating the standard of care for the practice of a licensed respiratory care practitioner, the Board shall utilize the AARC’s National Clinical Practice Guidelines.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>If a particular practice issue has not yet been addressed in the AARC guidelines, the Board may consult with the Maryland/District of Columbia Society for Respiratory Care or any licensed respiratory care practitioner to determine whether a respiratory care practitioner being investigated by the Board is practicing within the acceptable standard of care.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>