South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 44 - Department of Health
Article 44:76 - Ambulatory surgery center facilities
Chapter 44:76:07 - Medication control
Section 44:76:07:01 - Pharmaceutical services
Current through Register Vol. 50, page 114, March 25, 2024
The requirements for pharmaceutical services in ambulatory surgery centers are as follows:
(1) A physician, pharmacist, or registered nurse is responsible for the supervision of drug stocks in the facility;
(2) Records shall be kept of stock supplies of all drugs and shall give an accounting for all items purchased and dispensed;
(3) Policies and procedures on drug handling, storing, labeling, and dispensing shall be in writing and available to personnel; and
(4) All drugs in the facility shall be labeled with drug name, strength, and expiration date and shall be stored in specially designated, well illuminated cabinets, closets, or storerooms. Drug cabinets shall be accessible only to authorized individuals as outlined in the facilities policies and procedures. All drugs controlled pursuant to SDCL chapter 34-20 B shall be securely locked and shall be accessible only to authorized individuals.
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(9).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(9).