Guam § 7115 - Exclusion from Nursing Home.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 7115 — Exclusion from Nursing Home., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7115. Exclusion from Nursing Home.
(a) No person shall be admitted to or be permitted to remain in a
nursing home as a patient if:
(1) He is dangerous to himself or other patients;
(2) His condition or conduct is such that he would be unduly
disturbing to other patients;
(3) He is in need of medical procedures which cannot be carried
out in the nursing home; and
(4) Upon certification of a physician that such person would no
longer benefit from or be in need of a nursing home.
(b) Except in emergencies, a patient shall be transferred out of a
nursing home or discharged for any reason, only after prior notification to
the next of kin, legal representative or agency acting on the patient's behalf.
If the next of kin or person or agency acting on the patient's behalf cannot
be reached or refuses to cooperate, proper arrangements shall be made by
the home for the patient's welfare before transfer or discharge.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 7115
What does Guam Code Annotated § 7115 cover?
Section 7115 ("Exclusion from Nursing Home.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 7115?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 7115" (Guam). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 7115 apply to my situation?
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