Identical to H 181, filed 2/27/13.

Amends GS 90-18 (Practicing [medicine] without license; penalties) adding that provision of anesthesia by a nurse under the supervision of a physician or dentist shall not constitute the practice of medicine. Amends GS 90-171.20 (Definitions [for Nursing Practice Act]) adding that provision of anesthesia by a nurse shall be under the supervision of a physician or dentist.