North Carolina Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 13, 2014) |
TITLE 10A. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
CHAPTER 13. NC MEDICAL CARE COMMISSION |
SUBCHAPTER J. THE LICENSING OF HOME CARE AGENCIES |
10A NCAC 13J .1301. POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND STAFF RESPONSIBILITY
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If the agency administers any pharmaceuticals or medical treatments, it shall develop and implement policies and procedures relative to the administration of pharmaceuticals and treatments. The policies shall specify staff accountability for:
(1) recognizing side effects;
(2) recognizing toxic effects;
(3) recognizing allergic reactions;
(4) recognizing immediate desired effects;
(5) recognizing unusual and unexpected effects;
(6) recognizing changes in the client's condition that contraindicates continued administration of the medication;
(7) anticipating those effects which may rapidly endanger a client's life or well-being; and
(8) notifying the physician of any problems.
History Note: Authority G.S. 131E‑140;
Eff. July 1, 1992;
Amended Eff. February 1, 1996.