Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 125 - REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE LICENSING OF AMBULATORY SURGICAL FACILITIES
Chapter 4 - COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Section 144-125-4.J - Pharmaceutical Services

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

The Ambulatory Surgical Facility must provide drugs and biologicals in a safe and effective manner, in accordance with accepted professional practice, and under the direction of an individual designated responsible for pharmaceutical services.

4.J.I. Administration of Drugs

Drugs must be prepared and administered according to established policies and acceptable standards of practice.

a. Adverse reactions must be reported to the physician responsible for the patient and must be documented in the record.

b. Blood and blood products must be administered by only physicians or registered nurses.

c. Orders given orally for drugs and biologicals must be followed by a written order, signed by the prescribing physician.

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