1. (a) A pharmacist is not required to wear a readily visible badge or other form of identification in the following direct patient care situations:

   1. (1) procedures requiring full sterile dress; or
   2. (2) procedures requiring other protective clothing or covering.

2. (b) Identification of a pharmacist may be limited to first name only with reference to licensure or other professional designation when the full name identification may:

   1. (1) place the personal safety of the pharmacist in jeopardy; or
   2. (2) interfere with the therapeutic relationship between the pharmacist and client(s).

History Note: Authority G.S. 90-640;
Eff. August 1, 2002;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. October 3, 2017.