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2011 Maine Revised Statutes
TITLE 34-B: BEHAVIORAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Chapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
34-B §1432. Administration of medication

Universal Citation:
34-B ME Rev Stat § 1432 (2011 through 125th Legis)
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Subchapter 3: INSTITUTIONS GENERALLY

§1432. Administration of medication

The administration of medication in state institutions shall be in accordance with rules established by the State Board of Nursing. [1983, c. 459, §7 (NEW).]

1. Maine Administrative Procedure Act. The State Board of Nursing shall establish rules in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375.

[ 1983, c. 459, §7 (NEW) .]

2. Considerations. In establishing rules for each type of state institution, the State Board of Nursing shall consider, among other factors:

A. The general health of the persons likely to receive medication; [1983, c. 459, §7 (NEW).]

B. The number of persons served by the institution; and [1983, c. 459, §7 (NEW).]

C. The number of persons employed at the institution. [1983, c. 459, §7 (NEW).]

SECTION HISTORY

1983, c. 459, §7 (NEW).

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