R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-37.2-17. Applicability of chapter.
This chapter does not prohibit:
(1) Gratuitous services of druggists or other persons in cases of emergency;
(2) The domestic administration of family remedies; or
(3) Any person from assisting any person in the practice of the healing arts licensed under this chapter, except that this person may not insert needles into the skin.