1. (1) During the admission and screening process, immediate emergency medical assessment and/or transfer by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to the nearest hospital is required if a youth presents with an incapacitating medical illness or condition. In all situations, the staff shall not wait for a response from the Designated Health Authority, PA, or APRN prior to calling 911 and contacting EMS.
2. (2) The Designated Health Authority is to be contacted at the next possible opportunity when a youth requires emergency transfer during admission and screening.

Rulemaking Authority 985.64(2) FS. Law Implemented 985.64(2), 985.145, 985.18 FS. History–New 3-16-14.