§ 25-01.2-08 — Medication - Chemical restraints

North Dakota § 25-01.2-08

• Jurisdiction: North Dakota
• Title 25: Mental and Physical Illness or Disability
• Ch. 25-01.2: Developmental Disability

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An individual with a developmental disability receiving services at any institution, facility, or
individualized setting from a public or private agency or organization may not be administered at
any time any drug or medication, or be chemically restrained or tranquilized in any manner,
except upon the written authorization of a licensed physician, physician assistant, or advanced
practice registered nurse when necessary and appropriate as an element of the service being
received or as a treatment of any medical or physical condition in conformity with accepted
standards for that treatment. The nature, amount of, and reasons for the administration of any
drug or medication must be promptly recorded in the individual's medical record. A public or
private agency or organization licensed by the department to provide services to an individual
with a developmental disability shall document any restrictions of these rights in the individual's
person-centered service plan.