Sec. 10.39.04.09. Nursing Functions

A. Administration of medication is a licensed nursing function. As such, the nurse retains full responsibility when delegating this nursing function.

B. In community-based practice settings, the MT:

(1) May perform delegated medication administration functions as set forth in COMAR 10.27.11.05G(3) and 10.07.14; and

(2) Shall be supervised by the RN as specified in COMAR 10.27.09, 10.27.11, and 10.07.14.

C. The MT may perform the delegated nursing function of medication administration as permitted under COMAR 10.27.11.05H(3), which includes the administration of:

(1) Medication by metered dose inhalant or nebulizer, and oxygen by nasal cannula or mask;

(2) Medication by gastrostomy tube or rectal tube if the nurse has calculated the dosage;

(3) Oral medication, including:

(a) Measuring as prescribed an amount of liquid medication where the nurse has calculated the dose; and

(b) Administering a fraction of a tablet if the nurse has cut the tablet;

(4) Medication by subcutaneous injection after the nurse has calculated the dose;

(5) Medication administered by topical route as specified in COMAR 10.27.11.05H(3)(e) and (h);

(6) Medication administered by suppository route; and

(7) Medication drops administered by routes involving eye, ear, or nose.