Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 111-8-19-.15

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through November 22, 2024

Rule 111-8-19-.15 - Medications

If a program administers medications, written policies and procedures for prescription, administration and security of medications shall be established and implemented. Such policies and procedures shall include the following:

(a) Medications are prescribed by a physician, and/or other practitioners as allowed by state law, and the risks and benefits of the prescribed medication are explained to the client (and parent, guardian, or responsible party if applicable) by the physician or a staff person who has been delegated responsibility in writing by the physician to explain the risks and benefits. Documentation of such explanations of risks and benefits must be maintained by the program.

(b) The program may have written pre-medication screening protocols which are completed and approved by the physician. Such protocols shall include an assessment as required in rule .13(1)(b).

(c) Unless self-administered, all medications are administered by a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse.

(d) Any medications prescribed, administered or self-administered under supervision are documented on an individual medication administration record that is filed with the individual treatment plan, unless maintained as a clinical record at the client's bedside or in the medication room in a residential detoxification setting. The record must include:

1. Name of medication;

2. Date prescribed;

3. Dosage;

4. Frequency;

5. Route of administration;

6. Date and time administered; and

7. Documentation of staff administering medication or supervising self-administration.

(e) Adverse drug reaction and errors are reported to a physician immediately and corrective action is initiated. The adverse reaction or error is recorded in the drug administration record and the individual treatment plan, and all persons who are authorized to administer medication or supervise self-medication are alerted.

(f) All medications shall be stored under lock and key when not being administered or self- administered.

(g) Program staff shall adhere to all federal and state laws and rules regarding controlled substances.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 111-8-19-.15

O.C.G.A. § 26-5-6

Original Rule entitled "Medications" adopted. F. Sep. 9, 2013; eff. Sept. 29, 2013.