Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 111 - RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
Chapter 111-8 - HEALTHCARE FACILITY REGULATION
Subject 111-8-19 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Rule 111-8-19-.15 - Medications

(a) Medications are prescribed by a physician, and/or other practitioners as allowed by state law, and the risks and benefits of the prescribed medication are explained to the client (and parent, guardian, or responsible party if applicable) by the physician or a staff person who has been delegated responsibility in writing by the physician to explain the risks and benefits. Documentation of such explanations of risks and benefits must be maintained by the program.

(b) The program may have written pre-medication screening protocols which are completed and approved by the physician. Such protocols shall include an assessment as required in rule .13(1)(b).

(c) Unless self-administered, all medications are administered by a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse.

(d) Any medications prescribed, administered or self-administered under supervision are documented on an individual medication administration record that is filed with the individual treatment plan, unless maintained as a clinical record at the client's bedside or in the medication room in a residential detoxification setting. The record must include:

(e) Adverse drug reaction and errors are reported to a physician immediately and corrective action is initiated. The adverse reaction or error is recorded in the drug administration record and the individual treatment plan, and all persons who are authorized to administer medication or supervise self-medication are alerted.

(f) All medications shall be stored under lock and key when not being administered or self- administered.

(g) Program staff shall adhere to all federal and state laws and rules regarding controlled substances.