21 ncac 46 .3405             centralized AUTOMATED MEDICATION SYSTEMs

A pharmacist utilizing a centralized automated medication system may distribute patient specific medications within the licensed health care facility without checking each individual medication selected or packaged by the system, if :

(1)           The initial medication order has been reviewed and approved by a pharmacist; and

(2)           The medication is distributed for subsequent administration by a health care professional permitted by North Carolina law to administer medication.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 90-85.6; 90-85.32; 90-85.33;

Eff. February 1, 2005.