Ch. 26, § 12. Pharmaceutical Services

(a) A center shall provide pharmaceutical services necessary to meet the needs of patients and to adequately support the center's clinical capabilities. (b) A center shall: (i) Maintain the pharmacy or drug storage area according to relevant federal and state law; (ii) Package and dispense drugs and biologicals according to relevant federal and state law; (iii) Keep drugs and biologicals in a locked storage area; and (iv) Destroy drugs and biologicals as necessary according to accepted medical practices. If the drug is a controlled substance, a RN shall destroy the drug in the presence of another qualified professional and shall document the destruction in the patient's medical record. (c) A staff member shall immediately report a drug administration error, adverse drug reaction, or incompatibility to the clinical staff.