ARSD 44:79:07:05. Control and accountability of medications and drugs

Medications brought from home may be used if ordered by the attending physician and, if prior to administration, is identified as the prescribed drug. Patients may not keep medications on their person or in their room without a physician's order allowing self-administration. Written authorization by the patient's physician shall be secured for the release of any medication to a patient upon discharge, transfer, or temporary leave from the facility. The release of medication shall be documented in the patient's record, indicating quantity, drug name, and strength. The facility shall maintain records that account for all medications and drugs from their receipt through administration, destruction, or return.