(a) A licensee may accept or retain a client who has a serious wound 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 wound is either an unhealed, surgically closed incision or wound, or determined by the physician or a licensed professional designated by the physician to be a Stage 1 or 2 pressure sore (dermal ulcer) and is expected by the physician or designated professional to completely heal.(3) The licensee ensures that a licensed professional provides the wound care in accordance with the physician's instructions. (A) The licensed professional may delegate simple dressing to program staff who receive training from a licensed professional as required by Section 82092.1(a)(5)(B).(4) The licensee ensures that a licensed professional assesses the wound at intervals set by the physician, or a licensed professional designated by the physician, to evaluate treatment and progress toward healing.(5) The licensee ensures that all aspects of care performed by the licensed professional and program staff are documented in the client's file.(b) Nonserious wounds, which include, but are not limited to, minor cuts, punctures, lacerations, abrasions, and first-degree burns are not affected by this section.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 82092.9
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).