Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 82092.4 - Colostomy/Ileostomy

(a) A licensee may accept or retain a client who has a colostomy or ileostomy if all of the following conditions are met:

(1) The client is mentally and physically capable of providing all routine care for his/her ostomy, and the physician has documented that the ostomy is completely healed.

(2) A licensed professional provides assistance in the care of the ostomy.

(3) The licensee is in compliance with Section 82092.1, General Requirements for Restricted Health Conditions.

(4) The licensee monitors the client's ongoing ability to provide care for his/her ostomy in accordance with the physician's instructions.

(5) The licensee ensures that:

(A) A licensed professional provides ostomy care when the client is unable to provide self-care; and

(B) The ostomy bag and adhesive may be changed by program staff who receive training from the licensed professional as required by Section 82092.1(a)(5)(B).

(6) The licensee ensures that used bags are discarded as specified in Section 82088(f).

(7) The licensee ensures privacy when ostomy care is provided.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 82092.4

1. New section filed 12-13-2006; operative 1-12-2007 (Register 2006, No. 50).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 1530 and 1530.1, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1501, 1502 and 1507, Health and Safety Code.

1. New section filed 12-13-2006; operative 1-12-2007 (Register 2006, No. 50).