S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-78.1700.1702
Current through Register Vol. 48, 12, December 27, 2024
Section 61-78.1700.1702 - Meals and ServicesA. A Hospice Facility shall include dietary services to meet the daily nutritional needs of the patients in accordance with the recommended dietary allowances of the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Research Council, National Academy of Sciences. (II)B. Unless otherwise directed by the patient's physician or other authorized healthcare provider or by the wishes of the patient, a Hospice Facility shall provide a minimum of three (3) nutritionally-adequate meals, in accordance with Section 1702.A above, in each twenty-four (24) hour period for each patient. Professional judgment may dictate that meal service is adjusted to meet variations in the condition of individual patients. This may include offering smaller, more frequent meals, or snacks, or postponing meals to honor a patient's request (for example, to sleep or not to eat). Not more than fourteen (14) hours shall elapse between the serving of the evening meal and breakfast the following day. (II)C. Special attention shall be given to preparation and prompt serving in order to maintain correct food temperatures for serving. (II)D. Suitable food and snacks shall be available and offered between meals at no additional cost to the patients. (II)E. Tray service shall be permitted when the patient is medically unable to access the dining area for meals or if the Hospice has received notice from the patient of a preference to receive tray service.S.C. Code Regs. § 61-78.1700.1702
Replaced and amended by State Register Volume 40, Issue No. 04, eff. 4/22/2016.