44 : 82 : 05 : 01 . Medication, labeling, storage, and disposal. The requirements for medications in community living homes include the following:

1. (1) Medications and biologicals kept on the premises shall be labeled with the drug name, strength, and expiration date;
2. (2) Medications shall be kept in a secure location or in the resident's 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 and family members, or by qualified personnel or care providers licensed or authorized to administer drugs; and
5. (5) Outdated or discontinued medication shall be properly destroyed or disposed.

Source: 44 SDR 66 , effective October 17, 2017 .

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

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