34-12-13. Rules to protect patients' health and safety.
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The State Department of Health may promulgate rules, pursuant to chapter 1-26 , which are necessary to protect the health and safety of patients cared for in licensed health care facilities. The regulations may be in regard to the following areas:
(1)Sanitary and safe conditions of the premises;
(2)Cleanliness of operation;
(3)Fire safety and construction;
(4)Physical equipment found necessary and in the public interest;
(5)Management and administration;
(6)Physician's services;
(7)Nursing and related care;
(8)Dietetic services;
(9)Medication control;
(10)Records;
(11)Diagnostic services;
(12)Hospital complementary services;
(13)Long - term care diversionary services;
(14)Patient safety and health;
(15)Residents' rights in nursing homes and assisted living centers.