T he pharmacist shall review the drug regimen monthly of each resident who requires administration of medications. The pharmacist shall review the resident's diagnosis, the drug regimen, and any pertinent laboratory findings and dietary considerations. The pharmacist shall report potential drug therapy irregularities and make recommendations for improving the drug therapy of the resident to the resident's physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner , the facility's licensed nurse, and the administrator. The pharmacist shall document the review by preparing a monthly report of the potential irregularities and recommendations. The administrator shall retain the report in the assisted living center.

Source: 38 SDR 115, effective January 9, 201246 SDR 65, effective November 26, 2019.

General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(9).

Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(9).

Prior versions effective: 2012-01-09.