South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-103 - Residential Treatment Facilities for Children and Adolescents
Sec2 61-103.1100 - RESIDENT PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-103.1100

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

A. A physical examination shall be completed by a physician or other authorized healthcare provider for residents within thirty (30) days prior to admission or within forty-eight (48) hours of admission and at least annually thereafter. Physical examinations conducted by physicians or other authorized healthcare providers licensed in other states are permitted for new admissions under the condition that the resident undergoes a second physical examination by a South Carolina licensed physician or other authorized healthcare provider within thirty (30) days of admission to the facility. The physical examination shall be updated to include new medical information if the resident's condition has changed since the last physical examination was completed. The physical examination shall address:

1. Complete medical history;

2. Neurological screening;

3. Motor development and functioning;

4. Dental screening upon admission and at least every six (6) months thereafter;

5. Speech, hearing, and language screening;

6. Vision screening;

7. Review of immunization status and completion;

8. Laboratory work-up, including routine blood work and urinalysis; and

9. Two-step tuberculosis skin test, in accordance with Section 1702.D, unless there is a documented previous positive reaction.

B. If any of the physical health assessments in Section 1100.A indicate the need for further testing or definitive treatment, arrangements shall be made to carry out or obtain the necessary evaluations and/or treatment by appropriately qualified and/or trained clinicians, and plans for these treatments shall be coordinated with the resident's overall treatment plan.

C. If a resident or potential resident has a communicable disease, the administrator shall seek advice from a physician or other authorized healthcare provider in order to:

1. Ensure the facility has the capability to provide adequate care and prevent the spread of that condition, and that the staff members are adequately trained; and

2. Transfer the resident to an appropriate facility, if necessary.

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