44:67:05:03.  Recovery rooms and services. Each abortion facility shall be designed and equipped for the types of abortion procedures to be performed.

          Recovery rooms shall meet the following requirements:

          (1)  A minimum area of 45 square feet in each recovery station;

          (2)  Privacy curtains surrounding each recovery station;

          (3)  A work station and handwashing sink. Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with hand-free controls and have a water supply spout mounted so that the discharge is a minimum of five inches above the rim of the fixture;

          (4)  Adequate lighting with protective covers to prevent lamps from shattering;

          (5)  An emergency call system to summon staff; and

          (6)  Battery operated emergency lighting.

          Recovery services shall include:

          (1)  Provisions for immediate post-procedure care; and

          (2)  Emergency drugs and supplies specified by the medical staff.

          Source: 33 SDR 107, effective December 26, 2006.

          General Authority: SDCL 34-23A-51.

          Law Implemented: SDCL 34-23A-51(5).