S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-111.1600.1603

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 11, November 22, 2024

Section 61-111.1600.1603 - Supplies and Medications

A. A standard first aid kit or equivalent first aid supplies shall be readily accessible in the facility and shall contain at a minimum:

1. 4" X 4" gauze pads;

2. Benzalkonium swabs;

3. 2" X 2" gauze pads;

4. Gauze roller bandage;

5. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) mouth barrier device; and

6. Eyewash solution.

B. A facility shall properly store and safeguard topical and oral medications to prevent access by unauthorized persons. Medication storage areas shall be secured and of sufficient size for clean and orderly storage. Storage areas shall not be located near sources of heat, humidity, or other hazards that may negatively impact medication effectiveness or shelf life. Expired or discontinued medications and supplies shall be removed from the facility and destroyed. (I)

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-111.1600.1603

Replaced and amended by State Register Volume 40, Issue No. 05, eff. 5/27/2016.