Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 30 - MARYLAND INSTITUTE FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SYSTEMS (MIEMSS)
Subtitle 08 - DESIGNATION OF TRAUMA AND SPECIALTY REFERRAL CENTERS
Chapter 30.08.14 - Hand and Upper Extremity Trauma Center Standards
Section 30.08.14.04 - Nursing Services
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 30.08.14.04
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. The hospital shall staff the hand and upper extremity trauma center with registered nurses competent in the care of patients with hand and upper extremity disorders.
B. The hospital shall provide all nurses who care for patients in the hand and upper extremity trauma center with:
(1) Specific orientation to procedures and protocols for hand and upper extremity emergencies; and
(2) Education in hand and upper extremity emergencies and trauma care that meets the learning outcomes approved by MIEMSS.
C. Nursing staff caring for hand and upper extremity trauma patients shall at a minimum have 8 hours of continuing medical education in hand trauma related topics every 2 years.
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