55 Pa. Code § 2800.164 - Withholding or forcing of food prohibited
(a) A residence may not withhold meals,
beverages, snacks or desserts as punishment. Food and beverages may be withheld
in accordance with prescribed medical or dental procedures.
(b) A resident may not be forced to eat
food.
(c) If a resident refuses to
eat or drink continuously during a 24-hour period, the resident's primary care
physician and the resident's designated person shall be immediately
notified.
(d) If a resident has a
cognitive impairment that affects the resident's ability to consume adequate
amounts of food and water, a staff person shall encourage and remind the
resident to eat and drink.
Notes
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