OAR 309-018-0190
Administration of Medications

The following guidelines shall be followed in policies on administration of medications in residential programs:

(1) Medications prescribed for one individual may not be administered to or self-administered by another individual or program staff.

(2) When an individual self-administers medication in a residential program, self-administration shall be approved in writing by a physician and closely monitored by the residential program staff.

(3) No unused, outdated, or recalled drugs shall be kept in a program. On a monthly basis any unused, outdated, or recalled drugs shall be disposed of in a manner that assures they cannot be retrieved.

(4) A written record of all disposal of prescription drugs in a residential program shall be maintained in the program and shall include:

(a) A description of the drug, including the amount;

(b) The individual for whom the medication was prescribed;

(d) The method of disposal.

(5) All prescription drugs stored in the residential program shall be kept in a locked stationary container. Medications requiring refrigeration shall be stored in a refrigerator using a locked container.

(6) Written documentation of medications prescribed for the individual by an LMP shall be maintained in the Service Record. Documentation for each medication prescribed shall include the following:

(a) A copy or detailed written description of the signed prescription order;

(b) The name of the medication prescribed;

(d) The date medications were prescribed, reviewed, or renewed;

(e) The date and the signature and credentials of program staff administering or prescribing medications;

(f) Observed side effects including laboratory findings; and

(g) Medication allergies and adverse reaction.

Source: Rule 309-018-0190 — Administration of Medications, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=309-018-0190.

309‑018‑0100
Purpose and Scope 309‑018‑0105
Definitions 309‑018‑0107
Certification Required 309‑018‑0110
Provider Policies 309‑018‑0115
Individual Rights 309‑018‑0125
Specific Staff Qualifications and Competencies 309‑018‑0130
Documentation, Training, and Supervision 309‑018‑0135
Entry 309‑018‑0140
Assessment 309‑018‑0145
Service Plan and Service Notes 309‑018‑0150
Service Record 309‑018‑0155
Transfer and Continuity of Care 309‑018‑0160
Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders (COD) 309‑018‑0165
Residential Problem Gambling Treatment Services 309‑018‑0170
Culturally Specific Substance Use Disorders Treatment and Recovery Services 309‑018‑0180
Residential Substance Use Disorders Treatment and Recovery Programs 309‑018‑0185
Medical Protocols in Residential Substance Use Disorders Treatment Programs 309‑018‑0190
Administration of Medications 309‑018‑0200
Facility Standards for Substance Use Disorders and Problem Gambling Residential Treatment and Recovery Programs 309‑018‑0205
Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement 309‑018‑0210
Grievances and Appeals 309‑018‑0215
Variances

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OAR 309-018-0190 Administration of Medications

OAR 309-018-0190
Administration of Medications