(a) If a resident is classified as high risk for suicidal
behavior, the facility shall immediately notify the sending agency
for transfer or release. Documentation of this notification shall
be maintained including the date, time, name, and jurisdiction of
the person notified.
(b) If immediate transfer or release is not possible,
the facility shall refer the resident classified as high risk for
suicidal behavior to a mental health provider or mental health care
facility for further assessment or intervention. The referral shall
be made within two hours after classification. The facility shall
maintain written documentation of the referral that includes:
(1) the name and title of the mental health provider
or mental health care facility notified;
(2) the date and time of the referral;
(3) the method of referral; and
(4) a brief description of the response provided by
the mental health provider or the responsive document from the mental
health provider.
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