481—65.14 (135C) Crisis intervention. There shall be written policies and procedures concerning crisis intervention. (II) These policies and procedures shall be:
	  1. 	 Directed to maximizing the growth and development of the individual by incorporating a hierarchy of available alternative methods that emphasize positive approaches; (II, III)
	  2. 	 Available in each program area and living unit; (II, III)
	  3. 	 Available to individuals and their families; (II, III) and
	  4. 	 Developed with the participation, as appropriate, of individuals served. (II, III)
	 65.14(1) Corporal punishment, physical abuse, and verbal abuse, for example, shouting, screaming, swearing, name calling, or any other activity which might damage an individual’s self-respect shall be prohibited. All residents shall be treated with fairness and respect as required by rule 65.25(135C). (II)
	 65.14(2) Medication shall not be used as punishment, for the convenience of staff, or as a substitute for a program. Direct care staff shall monitor residents on medication and notify the physician if a resident is too sedated to participate in the IPP. (I, II)