The requirements for medications in adult foster care homes include the following:

1. (1) Medications and biologicals kept in the facility shall be labeled with the drug name, strength, and expiration date;
2. (2) Medications shall be kept in a secure location or in residents' room to prevent unauthorized access;
3. (3) Medications requiring refrigeration may be stored in a refrigerator used for food storage if the drugs are stored in a sealed container and placed on the top rack or tray;
4. (4) Medications shall be self-administered only by residents or by qualified personnel or caregivers licensed or authorized to administer drugs; and
5. (5) Outdated or discontinued medication shall be properly destroyed or disposed.

Source: 42 SDR 51, effective October 13, 2015.

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

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