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the medication with food or liquids; for purposes of this subparagraph, providing food or liquids does not include time to prepare food or meals;

(E) observing the recipient while the recipient takes or uses medication;

(F) checking the recipient’s dosage to be self-administered against the label of the medication container;

(G) reassuring the recipient that the recipient is taking the dosage or using a medication as prescribed; or

(H) directing or guiding the hand of the recipient, at the recipient’s request, while the recipient administers medication;

(2) “medication” means a drug or product, including an over-the-counter product, that is intended to be taken or used by the recipient at a scheduled time or as needed, and that is prescribed for the recipient by a licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse, or dentist that is qualified to practice under AS 08 or 7 AAC 105.200(c);

(3) “passive range-of-motion” means moving a joint through the range of motion by another individual with no effort from the recipient. (Eff. 2/1/2010, Register 193; am 1/26/2012, Register 201; am 7/22/2017, Register 223) Statutory Authority: Authority: AS 47.05.010 AS 47.07.030 7 AAC 125.040. Personal care services; excluded services. (a) Personal care services do not include

(1) application of dressings involving prescription medication and aseptic techniques, except as allowed under 7 AAC 125.030(d)(3);

(2) invasive body procedures, including

(A) tracheostomy care, deep suctioning, and care and maintenance of intravenous equipment;

(B) tube feedings, except as allowed under 7 AAC 125.030(b)(5)(B);

(C) insertion or removal of catheters or the administration of enemas;