§ 2380.127. Administration of medications.
(a) Prescription medications and injections of a substance not self-administered by individuals shall be administered by one of the following:
(1) A licensed physician, licensed dentist, certified physician’s assistant, registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
(2) A graduate of an approved nursing program functioning under the direct supervision of a professional nurse who is present in the facility.
(3) A student nurse of an approved nursing program functioning under the direct supervision of a member of the nursing school faculty who is present in the facility.
(4) A staff person who meets the criteria in § 2380.128 (relating to medication administration training), for the administration of oral, topical and eye and ear drop prescription medications and insulin injections.
(b) Prescription medications and injections shall be administered according to the directions specified on the prescription.
The provisions of this § 2380.127 adopted January 15, 1993, effective January 16, 1993, 23 Pa.B. 343.
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