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28 Pa. Code § 155.8. Policies and procedures.

§ 155.8. Policies and procedures.

 (a)  Written policies and procedures for the psychiatric service shall be developed and revised annually.

 (b)  Each patient shall have an individualized treatment plan based on the assessment of clinical needs.

 (c)  Progress notes shall document the implementation of the treatment plan.

 (d)  Inpatient treatment and aftercare plans shall be developed consistent with patient needs.

 (e)  In addition to the hospital’s Patients Bill of Rights, the psychiatric service shall conform to the Bill of Rights as described in the Mental Health Procedures Act of 1976 (50 P.S. § §  7101—7503).

 (f)  Admissions and commitments to the psychiatric service shall be consistent with the provisions of the Mental Health Procedures Act.

 (g)  Written policies and procedures governing the use of seclusion and restraints shall be developed and revised annually.

 (h)  Confidentiality shall be assured to each patient receiving treatment.



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