ARSD 44:75:14:08. Emergency and outpatient care areas of the facility

The size of emergency and outpatient care areas shall be based on admissions and shall be located to prevent outpatients from traversing inpatient areas. Emergency and outpatient care areas shall include: (1) A well marked and sheltered entry with nearby emergency parking and convenient access for ambulances; (2) Admission and patient records area; (3) Examination and treatment room with lavatory; (4) A handwashing sink; (5) Storage for sterile supplies; (6) Wheelchair and stretcher alcove; (7) Floor receptor or service sink and storage for housekeeping supplies and equipment; (8) A secure area for storage and preparation of medications; (9) A soiled workroom.