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6 Pa. Code § 11.141. Storage of medications.

MEDICATIONS


§ 11.141. Storage of medications.

 (a)  Prescription and nonprescription medications shall be kept in original or refill labeled containers, except for medications of clients who self-administer medications and keep their medications in personal daily or weekly dispensing containers.

 (b)  Medications shall be kept in an area or container that is locked.

 (c)  Medications stored in a refrigerator shall be kept in a separate locked container.

 (d)  Medications shall be stored under proper conditions of sanitation, temperature, moisture and light.

 (e)  Medications which are permanently discontinued, outdated or no longer needed shall be disposed of in a safe manner.

 (f)  Medications of a client who permanently leaves a center shall be given to the client or the responsible party when the client leaves.

 (g)  The area in which medications are stored shall have sufficient lighting so that labels can be read accurately.


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