# Title 61.5 — North Dakota Board of Physical Therapy

## Article 61.5-06 — Miscellaneous

## Chapter 61.5-06-02 — Medications

### § 61.5-06-02-01. Medications.

1. A physical therapist may purchase, store, and administer topical medications, including topical
aerosol medications, as part of the practice of physical therapy, but shall not dispense or sell
any of the medications to patients. A physical therapist shall comply with any protocols of the
United States pharmacopoeia for storage of medications.
2. A valid order or prescription for medication classified as a legend drug is needed before
administration to a patient. Physical therapy facilities must work with a pharmacist to assist
with proper protocols for storage of medications. A record of dosage form, quantity, and
strength of medication administered to each patient is required in the medical record.
History: Effective April 1, 2006.
General Authority: NDCC 43-26.1-03(5)
Law Implemented: NDCC 43-26.1-14(3)
