Wash. Admin. Code § 388-147-1635

Current through Register Vol. 24-12, June 15, 2024
Section 388-147-1635 - Am I required to assess a child's need for immediate medical attention?
(1) When a child first enters out-of-home care, an initial health screen is required as soon as possible but no later than five days after entering your program. You must also make reasonable attempts to obtain the following health history:
(a) Allergies;
(b) All currently prescribed medications; and
(c) Any special physical or mental health issues.
(2) If the child remains in placement beyond seventy-two hours, you must contact the child's DSHS worker, parent, or legal guardian to obtain the following information:
(a) The date of the child's last physical/dental exam;
(b) A history of immunizations; and
(c) Clinical and medical diagnoses and treatment plans.
(3) When a child leaves your care, the health history of the child must be retained by your agency or returned to the department.

Wash. Admin. Code § 388-147-1635

Adopted by WSR 15-01-069, Filed 12/11/2014, effective 1/11/2015
Amended by WSR 16-17-101, Filed 8/19/2016, effective 9/19/2016