This section defines terms used in the rules contained in this chapter.

(1) "Respiratory care practitioner" means a person licensed by the department of health, who is authorized under chapter 18.89 RCW and these rules to practice respiratory therapy. WAC 246-928-410 explains who must be licensed as a respiratory care practitioner.

(2) "Applicant" means a person whose application for licensure as a respiratory care practitioner is being submitted to the department of health.

(3) "Department" means the Washington state department of health.