Md. Code Regs. 10.39.04.09 - Nursing Functions
A.
Administration of medication is a licensed nursing function. As such, the nurse
retains full responsibility when delegating this nursing function.
B. In community-based practice settings, the
MT:
(1) May perform delegated medication
administration functions as set forth in COMAR 10.27.11.05G(3) and 10.07.14;
and
C. The MT may perform the delegated nursing
function of medication administration as permitted under COMAR 10.27.11.05H(3),
which includes the administration of:
(1)
Medication by metered dose inhalant or nebulizer, and oxygen by nasal cannula
or mask;
(2) Medication by
gastrostomy tube or rectal tube if the nurse has calculated the
dosage;
(3) Oral medication,
including:
(a) Measuring as prescribed an
amount of liquid medication where the nurse has calculated the dose;
and
(b) Administering a fraction of
a tablet if the nurse has cut the tablet;
(4) Medication by subcutaneous injection
after the nurse has calculated the dose;
(5) Medication administered by topical route
as specified in COMAR 10.27.11.05H(3)(e) and (h);
(6) Medication administered by suppository
route; and
(7) Medication drops
administered by routes involving eye, ear, or nose.
Notes
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