Section 338.8134. Category 4: Books, papers, publications, and exhibits.

(1) A maximum of 45 credit hours may be earned under category 4, with specific maximum credits as indicated in the subcategories described in subrule (2), (3) or

(4)   of this rule. Credit may be earned only during the year of presentation or publication.

(2)     A maximum of 30 credit hours may be earned for preparation and initial presentation of a scientific exhibit at a professional meeting if information regarding the preparation and presentation has been submitted to the board and the board approves the preparation and initial presentation.

(3)     A maximum of 30 credit hours may be earned for preparation and initial presentation of an original scientific paper before a professional meeting if information regarding the preparation and presentation has been submitted to the board and board approves the preparation and initial presentation.

(4)     A maximum of 30 credit hours may be earned for preparation and initial publication of an original scientific article or a chapter in a book, a journal, or a publication listed in the publication entitled "Index Medicus."

History: 2014 AACS.