South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 44 - Department of Health
Article 44:75 - Hospital, specialized Hospital critical access Hospital, and rural emergency Hospital facilities
Chapter 44:75:15 - Swing bed patients' Rights
Section 44:75:15:04 - Notification when patient's condition changes
Universal Citation: SD Admin Rules 44:75:15:04
Current through Register Vol. 51, page 43, September 23, 2024
A facility shall immediately inform the patient, consult with the patient's physician, and, if known, notify the patient's legal representative or interested family member when any of the following occurs:
(1) An accident involving the patient which results in injury or has the potential for requiring intervention by a physician;
(2) A significant change in the patient's physical, mental, or psychosocial status;
(3) A need to alter treatment significantly; or
(4) A decision to transfer or discharge the patient from the facility.
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13.
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13.
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