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Washington Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 23, 2016) |
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Title 388. Social and Health Services, Department of |
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Chapter 388-145. Licensing requirements for group care facilities and services. |
Section 388-145-1880. When may children take their own medicine?
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- (1) You may permit children under your care to take their own medicine as long as:(a) They are physically and mentally capable of properly taking the medicine;(b) You monitor that the youth is taking the medication according to the prescription or manufacturer's instructions to ensure proper amount and frequency; and(c) You must keep the written approval by the child's DSHS worker in your records.(2) When a child is taking their own medication, the medication and medical supplies must be kept locked or inaccessible to unauthorized persons.(3) In emergency respite centers, a parent may provide written approval.(4) In overnight youth shelters, youth may take their own prescription or nonprescription medications if you follow the requirements outlined in subsection (1)(a) and (b) in this section.