Fla. Admin. Code R. 63M-2.0045

Current through Reg. 50, No. 212; October 29, 2024
Section 63M-2.0045 - Medical Alert System
(1) Each facility shall implement a Medical Alert system. The Medical Alert system is required for non-licensed staff to use in making safety and security decisions as they relate to youth behavior and monitoring needs.
(2) Non-licensed staff shall also identify youth for inclusion in the Medical Alert system based on information obtained during intake screening, upon return from an off-site medical appointment or as the need may arise.
(3) A diagnosis of HIV/AIDS shall not be placed on the Medical Alert list per Chapter 381, F.S.
(4) All youth with Medical Grades of 3-5 shall be placed on the facility's Medical Alert System.
(5) The following medical conditions and issues warrant placement of a youth on Medical Alert:
(a) Allergies/Anaphylaxis;
(b) Medication interactions;
(c) Head trauma/injury;
(d) Pregnancy;
(e) Chronic medical conditions;
(f) Hearing, speech, visual, or physical impairment;
(g) Developmental disability or mental retardation; and,
(h) Medication side effects.

Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 63M-2.0045

Rulemaking Authority 985.64(2) FS. Law Implemented 985.64(2), 985.145, 985.18 FS.

New 3-16-14.

New 3-16-14.