Subdivision 1. Applicability.
For purposes of sections 144.602 to 144.608 , the terms defined in this section have the meanings given them.
Subd. 2. Commissioner.
"Commissioner" means the commissioner of health.
Subd. 3. Major trauma.
"Major trauma" means a sudden severe injury or damage to the body caused by an external force that results in potentially life-threatening injuries or that could result in the following disabilities:
(1) impairment of cognitive or mental abilities;
(2) impairment of physical functioning; or
(3) disturbance of behavioral or emotional functioning.
Subd. 4. Trauma hospital.
"Trauma hospital" means a hospital that voluntarily meets the commissioner's criteria under section 144.603 and that has been designated as a trauma hospital under section 144.605 .