Action | Prescribing of opioids |
Stage | Proposed |
Comment Period | Ended on 2/9/2018 |
We have created a form for our clients to sign which includes information about the dispensing regulations, disposal information and recheck requirements. We are unclear as to how often such a form should be renewed (yearly?) and whether it applies to individual patients or whether it applies to individual clients (who may have multiple pets on opiods). We also provide care for rescue groups who periodically have patients that require opiod dispenses. Do we need to create a form for each patient or for the rescue group itself ... and who should sign the form (Director of resuce, Kennel manager or foster)?
All pertient medical information (diagnosis, dispense, recheck requirments, etc.) are recorded in each patient's chart, as per the regulations. Our form is silimar in content to the "Prescription Medication Safety for Veterinarians" form on the DPH website. The owner signs to acknowledge that they have recieved and understand the information.