(1) For the purposes of this section "altering a medication" means the alteration of prescribed or over the counter medications and includes, but is not limited to crushing tablets, cutting tablets in half; opening capsules and mixing powdered medications with food or liquids.

(2) The adult family home must consult with the practitioner or pharmacist before altering a medication and if the practitioner or pharmacist agrees with altering a medication, record the:

(a) Time;

(b) Date; and

(c) Name of the person who provided the consultation.

(3) The home must ensure the resident is aware that a medication is:

(a) Altered; and/or

(b) Put in the resident's food or drink.