Section 82092.11 - Tracheostomies(a) A licensee may accept or retain a client who has a tracheostomy if all of the following conditions are met: (1) The licensee is in compliance with Section 82092.1, General Requirements for Restricted Health Conditions.(2) The client is mentally and physically capable of providing all routine care for his/her tracheostomy and the physician has documented that the tracheostomy is completely healed, or assistance in the care of the tracheostomy is provided by a licensed professional. (A) The licensed professional may delegate routine care for the tracheostomy to program staff who receive supervision and training from the licensed professional as specified in Section 82092.1(a)(5)(B). 1. Suctioning shall not be delegated to facility staff.(3) The licensee monitors the client's ongoing ability to provide all routine care for his/her tracheostomy in accordance with the physician's instructions.(4) The licensee ensures that tracheostomy care is provided by a licensed professional when the client is unable to provide self-care.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 82092.11
1. New section filed 12-13-2006; operative 1-12-2007 (Register 2006, No. 50). Note: Authority cited: Sections 1530 and 1530.1, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1501, 1502 and 1507, Health and Safety Code.
1. New section filed 12-13-2006; operative 1-12-2007 (Register 2006, No. 50).