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RCW 70.129.010 Definitions.
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Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter. (1) "Chemical restraint" means a psychopharmacologic drug that is used for discipline or convenience and not required to treat the resident's medical symptoms. (2) "Depar…
RCW 70.129.020 Exercise of rights.
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The resident has a right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and communication with and access to persons and services inside and outside the facility. A facility must protect and promote the rights of each resident and assist the resident which include: (1) The residen…
RCW 70.129.030 Notice of rights and services—Admission of individuals.
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(1) The facility must inform the resident both orally and in writing in a language that the resident understands of his or her rights and all rules and regulations governing resident conduct and responsibilities during the stay in the facility. The notification must be made prior…
RCW 70.129.040 Protection of resident's funds—Financial affairs rights.
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(1) The resident has the right to manage his or her financial affairs, and the facility may not require residents to deposit their personal funds with the facility. (2) Upon written authorization of a resident, if the facility agrees to manage the resident's personal funds, the f…