Md. Code Regs. 10.52.11.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 10.52.11.03 - Compliance Requirements for an Individual

An individual who is performing patient care activities shall:

A. Comply with the principles of universal precautions;

B. If necessary, make an emergency exception to the use of universal precautions in a situation when failure to provide immediate care could result in serious harm to or death of a patient; and

C. Comply with current professional standards of patient care with regard to disinfection and sterilization of reusable devices used in patient care procedures, including:

(1) Prohibiting the reuse of single use needles; and

(2) Properly disposing of needles and other sharps devices.

Md. Code Regs. 10.52.11.03

Regulation .03C amended effective October 27, 2003 (30:21 Md. R. 1529)