(a) This chapter does not apply to
(1) a qualified nurse licensed in another state employed by the United States government or a bureau, or agency, or division of the United States government while in the discharge of official duties;
(2) nursing service given temporarily in the event of a public emergency, epidemic, or disaster;
(3) the practice of nursing by a student enrolled in a nursing education program accredited by the board when the practice is in connection with the student's course of study;
(4) the practice of nursing by an individual enrolled in an approved program or course of study approved by the board to satisfy the requirements of AS 08.68.251;
(5) the practice of nursing by a nurse licensed in another state who engages in nursing education or nursing consultation activities, if these activities and contact with clients do not exceed 20 working days within a licensing period; or
(6) the practice of nursing by a nurse licensed in another state whose employment responsibilities include transporting patients into, out of, or through this state; however, this exception is valid for a period not to exceed 48 hours for each transport.
(b) In this section, the word “nurses” includes registered and practical nurses, and “nursing” means registered and practical nursing.