Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 480 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY
Chapter 480-13 - HOSPITAL PHARMACY REGULATIONS
Rule 480-13-.07 - Administration of Drugs

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 480-13-.07

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024

(1) General. Drugs shall be administered only upon the orders of those members of the medical staff who have been granted staff privileges. Drugs shall be administered by authorized licensed personnel in accordance with policies and procedures specified by the appropriate committee of the facility, under applicable Law and Rules and Regulations, and by usual and customary standards of good medical practice. The Director of Pharmacy shall develop and implement policies and procedures concerning self-administration of medication.

(2) Self-administration. Self-administration of drugs by patients shall be permitted only when specifically authorized by the patient's authorized practitioner, provided, however, the patient has been educated and trained in the proper manner of self-administration and there is no risk of harm to the patient. The Director of Pharmacy shall develop policies and procedures relating to the self-administration of drugs.

O.C.G.A. Secs. 26-4-27, 26-4-28, 26-4-110.

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