W. Va. Code R. § 64-31-10

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 64-31-10 - Pharmaceuticals

10.1. There shall be written prescriptions or orders signed by a practitioner legally authorized to prescribe for all drugs administered to clients within the birthing center.

10.2. There shall be policies and procedures addressing the receiving, transcribing, and implementing of orders for administration of drugs.

10.3. Written policies shall be established addressing the type, and intended use of any drug to be used by patients within the facility.

10.4. Anesthetic agents other than local anesthetics and pudendal blocks shall not be used.

10.5. Drugs shall be administered only by personnel or clinical staff licensed to administer drugs.

10.6. Drugs, medications and chemicals kept anywhere in the center shall be clearly labeled with drug name, strength, and expiration date.

10.7. Drugs, chemicals, and medications shall be stored and secured in specifically designated cabinets, closets, drawers, or storerooms and made accessible only to authorized persons.

10.8. Drugs shall not be stored in a refrigerator used for food storage for clients and families.

10.9. Poisonous chemicals, caustic materials, or drugs shall show appropriate warning or poison labels and shall be stored separately from other drugs. Drugs for external use shall be separated from drugs for internal use.

10.10. The birthing center shall be in conformance with any applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to drugs and to controlled substances.

W. Va. Code R. § 64-31-10