6 Colo. Code Regs. § 1011-1-20-16

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, June 10, 2024

Section 6 CCR 1011-1-20-16 - PRE AND POST PROCEDURE AREAS

16.1 The center shall be arranged and organized in a manner that ensures the comfort, safety, hygiene, privacy and dignity of its patients.

16.2 A separate area shall be provided where patients can change their clothing before and after the surgery or procedure. This area shall include holding room(s), lockers, and toilets.

16.3 Recovery Room(s): Centers that perform surgery or procedures with anesthesia, shall have post-anesthesia recovery room(s) for its patients. Beds, stretchers or recliners may be utilized if they offer the appropriate level of safety and comfort to the patient(s).

(A) The recovery room(s) shall accommodate provision of the following activities or services:

(1) Direct visual observation of all patients,

(2) Medication administration,

(3) Charting,

(4) Toileting and hand washing,

(5) Supply and equipment storage,

(6) Administration of oxygen, suction and resuscitation; and

(7) Emergency call system.

6 CCR 1011-1-20-16