Nev. Admin. Code § 449.2714

Current through June 11, 2024
Section 449.2714 - Residents requiring use of intermittent positive pressure breathing equipment
1. A person who requires the use of intermittent positive pressure breathing equipment must not be admitted to a residential facility or be permitted to remain as a resident of a residential facility unless:
(a) The resident is mentally and physically capable of operating and disinfecting the equipment and is capable of determining when its use is required; or
(b) The equipment is operated by a medical professional who has been trained to operate the equipment.
2. The caregivers employed by a residential facility with a resident who requires the use of intermittent positive pressure breathing equipment shall:
(a) Monitor the ability of the resident to operate the equipment in accordance with the orders of a physician; and
(b) Ensure that:
(1) The resident's physician evaluates periodically the condition of the resident which necessitates his or her use of the equipment;
(2) The equipment is operated by a medical professional trained in the operation of the equipment if the resident requires assistance;
(3) The equipment is in good working condition; and
(4) The equipment is removed from the facility when it is no longer needed by the resident.

Nev. Admin. Code § 449.2714

Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R003-97, eff. 10-30-97

NRS 449.0302