R03-710 Acute Detoxification Treatment Modality

A. Acute detoxification treatment provides care to those individuals whose withdrawal signs and symptoms are sufficiently severe to require primary medical and nursing care services. In this modality of treatment, 24-hour observation, monitoring and counseling services are available.

Review policy and procedure manual and verify it reflects the requirements as stated in R03-710 A.

 

B. A licensee providing acute detoxification treatment shall:

1. Have a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse on duty 24 hours a day on the unit.

2. Provide a 24 hour evaluation and withdrawal management performed by medical professionals in a licensed health care or substance abuse treatment facility,

2. Provide services based on policies and procedures that have been approved by the physician,

3. Complete a comprehensive medical assessment and physical examination for each detoxification client at the time of admission,

4. Maintain access to laboratory and toxicology testing,

Review policy and procedure manual and verify it reflects the requirements as stated in R03-710 B. 3. Review client file to verify medical assessment completed.

 

C. The duration of acute detoxification treatment should be determined by the individual’s illness and his or her response to treatment.

Review policy and procedure manual and verify it reflects the requirements as stated in R03-710 C.

 

D. A licensee providing social* detoxification treatment shall provide meals that comply with the dietary standards set forth in Section R03-503.

Review policy and procedure manual and verify it reflects the requirements as stated in R03-710 D. * The wording is incorrect, it should read acute instead of social.