SB 1678
health facilities; group homes; resident information
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Bill overview
This bill updates regulations for health facilities, group homes, and residential care institutions in Arizona to improve the sharing of resident information during emergencies. It requires facilities to provide detailed documentation to emergency responders, including medical history, medication lists, and contact information. The bill also mandates that hospitals coordinate discharge plans with these facilities, ensuring a smooth transition for residents and includes provisions for advance directives and do-not-resuscitate orders, and establishes a study committee to examine the vulnerable adult system.
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Timothy "Tim" Dunn
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