Each facility shall use a validated screening tool for evaluation of a resident's cognitive status upon admission, yearly, and after a significant change in condition.
A facility that admits or retains a resident with cognitive impairment shall have the resident's physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner determine and document if services offered by the facility continue to enhance the resident's functioning in activities of daily living. The physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner shall identify if other disabilities and illnesses are impacting the resident's cognitive and mental functioning. The facility shall be equipped with exit alarms installed in compliance with subdivision 44:70:02:17(5).
The facility shall have policies and procedures based on the facility's capabilities to meet the needs of the residents.
S.D. Admin. R. 44:70:05:07
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(5) and (14).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(5) and (14).