BEARDSTOWN HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.