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Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

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.

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.