New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 370 - OVERSIGHT OF LICENSED HEALTHCARE FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY BASED WAIVER PROGRAMS
Part 16 - REQUIREMENTS FOR LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES
Section 8.370.16.63 - EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

(1) Each resident shall be provided a bed which is at least 36 inches wide, is equipped with a headboard of sturdy construction and is in good repair. Roll-away beds, day beds, cots, or double or folding beds shall not be used.

(2) Each bed shall be in good repair and provided with a clean, firm mattress of appropriate size for the bed.

(3) Side rails shall be installed for both sides of the bed when required by the resident's condition.

(1) Each resident shall be provided at least one clean, comfortable pillow. Additional pillows shall be provided if requested by the resident or required by the resident's condition.

(2) Each bed shall have a mattress pad unless contraindicated by special use equipment.

(3) If mattress is not moisture-proof, a moisture-proof mattress cover shall be provided. A moisture-proof pillow cover shall be provided to keep each mattress and pillow clean and dry.

(4) A sufficient number of blankets shall be provided to keep each resident warm. Blankets shall be changed and laundered as often as necessary to maintain cleanliness and freedom from odors.

(5) Each bed shall have a clean, washable bedspread.

(1) Each resident who is confined to bed shall be provided with a bedside storage unit containing at least one drawer for personal items and a drawer or compartment for necessary nursing equipment. All other residents shall be provided with a storage unit in the resident's room, containing at least one drawer for personal items and a drawer or compartment for necessary nursing equipment.

(2) At least one arm chair shall be available for each room for each bed. A folding chair shall not be used.

(3) A properly shaded reading light in working condition shall be installed over or at each bed.

(4) Adequate compartment or drawer space shall be provided in each room for each resident to store personal clothing and effects and to store, as space permits, other personal possessions in a reasonably secure manner.

(5) A sturdy and stable table that can be placed over the bed or armchair shall be provided to every resident who does not eat in the dining room.

(1) Clean towels and washcloths shall be provided to each resident as needed. Towels shall not be used by more than one resident between launderings.

(2) An individual towel rack shall be installed at each resident's bedside or at the lavatory.

(3) Single service towels and soap shall be provided at each lavatory for use by staff.