10a NCAC 06s .0403       HEALTH AND PERSONAL CARE SERVICES

(a)  In adult day health programs, the following health care and personal care services shall be provided:

(1)           assistance with activities of daily living including feeding, ambulation, or toileting as needed by individual participants;

(2)           health care monitoring of each participant's general health and medical regimen. This shall include documenting the assessment of the vital signs, weight, dental health, general nutrition, and hygiene of each participant in accordance with 10A NCAC 06R .0501. When positive or negative health changes occur, the adult day care program staff shall notify the family, caretaker, or responsible party of the changes. The change in health status and notification shall be recorded in the participant's file;

(3)           assistance to participants and caregivers with medical treatment plans, diets, and referrals as needed;

(4)           health education programs for all participants on a monthly basis, and health care counseling tailored to meet the needs of participants and caregivers; and

(5)           first aid treatment as needed.

(b)  Specialized services, such as speech therapy, physical therapy, and counseling, shall be facilitated by the adult day health program as ordered by a physician and as available through community services.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 131D‑6; 143B-153(2a); 143B‑153(6); 42 USC 3032c;

Eff. September 1, 1990;

Amended Eff. July 1, 2007; March 1, 1992;

Readopted Eff. November 1, 2019.