N.H. Admin. Code § He-C 6450.25

Current through Register No. 50, December 12, 2024
Section He-C 6450.25 - Medications
(a) Medication used to control a child's behavior shall be authorized only by a written prescription.
(b) The resident director shall have a signed release from the parent or legal guardian authorizing the administration of medication.
(c) The parent or legal guardian shall provide written approval to changes in a juvenile's prescription medication.
(d) The rationale and authorization for the use of medications to control a child's behavior shall be kept on file in the child's record.
(e) The resident director or his or her designee shall be responsible for:
(1) Keeping medications in a locked area; and
(2) Establishing safeguards for administering medications, including:
a. The maintenance of medication logs;
b. An accounting system that ensures that medication is distributed at prescribed doses; and
c. On-going training for staff on recognizing the signs and side effects of medications.

N.H. Admin. Code § He-C 6450.25

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