CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to treat each resident with respect and dignity and care for each resident in...
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Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to treat each resident with respect and dignity and care for each resident in a manner and in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of his or her quality of life, for two (2) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Residents #60 and #45).
Observations on 03/05/19 revealed staff entered Resident #45's and #60's rooms without knocking on the door prior to entering.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Resident Rights Standard of Practice, last reviewed September 2017, revealed all residents have the right to be treated with respect and dignity. These rights will be promoted and protected by the facility. Federal and state laws guarantee certain basic rights to all residents of this facility. These rights include the resident's right to privacy and confidentiality.
1. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #45 on 01/14/19, with diagnoses which included Anxiety Disorder. Review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 01/21/19, revealed the facility assessed Resident #45's cognition as intact with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of fourteen (14) which indicated the resident was interviewable.
Observation on 03/05/19 at 10:37 AM revealed Nurse Aide (NA) #1 entered Resident #45's room to retrieve his/her meal tray without knocking on the door and asking permission to enter.
Interview with Resident #45 on 03/05/19 at 1:55 PM, revealed some staff enter his/her room without knocking. He/She stated, I guess they forget.
2. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #60 on 01/25/19 with diagnoses which include Dementia. Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/01/19, revealed the facility assessed Resident 60's BIMS score as a seven (7) indicating the resident was not interviewable.
Observation on 03/05/19 at 1:31 PM, revealed NA #1 entered Resident #60's room without knocking on the door and asking permission to enter.
Interview with NA #1 on 03/05/19 at 3:31 PM, revealed she usually knocked on the residents' doors before entering, but she was in a hurry and may have forgotten do so. She stated she was taught during her orientation to knock before entering a resident's room because this was the resident's home.
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 5:16 PM, revealed staff was taught during orientation to knock on the residents' doors prior to entering because this was the resident's home. She stated the facility did not have a policy worded to reflect knocking; however, the facility followed State and Federal regulations related to dignity.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Observation of a G-tube (gastrointestinal) treatment, on 03/06/19 at 8:34 AM, in room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the sink was not...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Observation of a G-tube (gastrointestinal) treatment, on 03/06/19 at 8:34 AM, in room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the sink was not in use due to the sink being clogged and not draining. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2 stated she would go across the hall and wash her hands during the treatment. LPN #2 stated the sink had been clogged off and on for a few weeks. She revealed she had not put in a work order for Maintenance.
3. Observation on 03/06/19 at 9:28 AM during a skin assessment in room [ROOM NUMBER], revealed the sink in the room was holding water and draining extremely slow. LPN #2 stated the sink had been draining slowly for a few weeks. She stated she was not sure if the Maintenance Director had been contacted about the sinks. LPN #2 stated the process of getting the sink repaired was that she could call or page the Maintenance Director or fill out a work order and send to Maintenance.
Interview with the Maintenance Director on 03/07/19 at 9:58 AM, revealed he had received a request for the sinks to be unclogged in rooms #227 and #230. The Maintenance Director presented a request to repair the sink that was dated 03/06/19. He stated LPN #2 had filled out the maintenance request and this was the only maintenance slip he had received about the sinks in rooms #227 and #230.
Interview with the Maintenance Director on 03/25/19 at 3:57 PM revealed most of the time the toilets become clogged due to wipes being thrown into the commode instead of the trash. He stated when there is a lot of rain, the drains become sluggish; however, the sewer has never backed up into the facility. He stated when there has been six (6) to ten (10) inches of rain like now, the city sewer system will back up and then he has to have a plumber come out and unclog the lines at the street due to the increase flow from the rest of the area around the facility. Further interview revealed he and his assistant were in and out of the rooms and check on the drains. He stated, We usually go in on Mondays and Fridays to check the drains. He further stated his system to make sure maintenance issues were addressed was to keep two (2) trays at the maintenance door, one tray with blank work orders to be filled out by staff when maintenance issues were identified, and the second tray where the work order request should be placed.
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 10:30 AM revealed she knew there had been some problems in some rooms with sinks not flowing properly due to all the recent rain. The DON stated she expected each room to have sinks in good repair with running water and unclogged sinks.
Based on observation, interview, and review of facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to provide maintenance services necessary to maintain an orderly, comfortable, and homelike interior in three (3) of sixty-four (64) residents' rooms.
Observations, of room [ROOM NUMBER], on 03/05/19 revealed tiles in the bathroom that were uneven, cracked, and chipped, brown stained areas in the ceiling, and gouged and scraped wood trim along the walls. Further observation revealed large areas of peeling paint particles hanging from the wall. In addition, a storage cabinet in the room had multiple areas of chipping paint. Observation on 03/06/19, revealed a totally clogged sink in room [ROOM NUMBER]; and, room [ROOM NUMBER] had a slow running drain.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy, Position Description for Maintenance Director, not dated, revealed the duties are to direct, supervise, coordinate, and perform the activities of the maintenance department to ensure the center is maintained in good repair and all systems are in compliance with applicable safety and fire regulations and Federal, State, and local building codes to ensure a safe, comfortable environment.
1. Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER], on 03/05/19 at 10:29 AM revealed the tiles in the bathroom were uneven, cracked, and chipped. There were browned stained areas in the ceiling, gouged and scraped wood trim along the walls, and large areas of peeling paint particles hanging from the wall. In addition, a storage cabinet in the room had multiple areas of chipping paint.
Interview with the Maintenance Director on 03/06/19 at 3:15 PM, revealed room [ROOM NUMBER] had a previous water leak and flooring had been ordered. He stated he could cut the gauged pieces of wood trim out and replace them with new. However, the room was next on his list to remodel. He further stated he expected the environment to be more homelike for the residents and he was doing his best to prioritize the repairs.
Interview with the Administrator on 03/07/19 at 12:58 PM, revealed room [ROOM NUMBER] was next on the list to be remodeled and supplies had been ordered for the floor. He stated flooring was ordered for the bathroom because there was a water leak recently. The Administrator stated they were working on things and the residents did not want to move out of the room until they were ready to do the repairs. He stated he expected the facility to be a homelike environment for the residents and repairs were in the works.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy it was determined the facility failed to dev...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy it was determined the facility failed to develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan for (2) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Resident #2, and #49).
The facility failed to develop a Comprehensive Care Plan for oral/dental care for Residents #2 and #49.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Comprehensive Care Plans Standard of Practice, last revised 11/17, revealed it is the practice of the facility to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with resident rights, that includes measurable objectives and time frames to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the resident's comprehensive assessment. Person-centered care means to focus on the resident as the locus of control and support the resident in making their own choices and having control over their daily live.
1. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #2 on 01/16/17 with diagnoses which included Wernicke's Encephalopathy, Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease, Dysphagia, Gastrostomy Status and Athrosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina.
Review of the Annual Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE], Section L for Dental revealed None of the above present, revealing no problems with teeth. Review of Resident #2's Comprehensive Care Plan revealed no documented evidence a Oral/Dental/Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Care Plan was developed.
Review of a Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/26/19, revealed the facility assessed Resident #2's cognition as intact with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of fifteen (15) which indicated the resident was interviewable
Observation of Resident #2 on 03/06/19 at 8:34 AM; and, on 03/06/19 at 1:45 PM revealed the resident had most teeth missing with only four (4) or five (5) teeth present in his/her mouth. The teeth present were dark, broken, and jagged; and appeared to have a film over the teeth. There was no odor noted. The resident stated he/she could not remember the last time he/she had his/her teeth brushed and he/she stated he/she would like to have his/her teeth brushed. Interview with Resident #2 on 03/06/19 at 1:45 PM revealed his/her teeth had been bad for a long time, approximately a year or more.
Review of Resident #2's Hygiene Roster for dates 01/07/19 to 03/07/19 revealed there was no documented evidence the resident received oral/dental care on eleven days.
Interview with Resident #2 on 03/07/19 at 8:46 AM, revealed the aide brushed his/her teeth yesterday afternoon and it felt really good. Observation at this time, revealed the resident's gums and teeth appeared cleaner than yesterday, without a film and build up.
2. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #49 on 03/03/18 with diagnoses which included Athrosclerotic Heart Disease, Celebellar Stroke Syndrome, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with exacerbation and Dysphagia.
Review of Resident #49's Annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed Section L was coded as None of the above were present which revealed the resident had no problems with oral/dental health. Due to the resident's contractures of his/her arms, the resident was unable to brush his/her own teeth. However, review of the Comprehensive Care Plan revealed there was no documented evidence an Oral/Dental/ADL Care Plan was developed to address Resident #49's need for assistance with oral care.
Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed the facility assessed Resident #49's cognition as moderately impaired with a BIMS score of ten (10) which indicated the resident was interviewable.
Observation of Resident #49 on 03/06/19 at 9:28 AM revealed tooth fragments, and obvious broken and decayed natural teeth. Interview with Resident #49 on 03/06/19 at 9:50 AM, revealed his/her teeth have been broken/missing/decayed for a few years. The resident stated he/she had pain and a Canker sore in the mouth. He/She also stated he/she did not remember the last time he/she had his/her teeth brushed, but would love to have his/her teeth brushed every day.
Review of Resident #49's Hygiene Roster from 01/07/19 to 03/07/19 revealed there was no documented evidence the facility provided oral/dental care on sixteen (16) days.
Interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #2 on 03/06/19 at 3:45 PM, revealed she could not remember the last time she was able to complete Resident #49's oral care. She stated she made sure she had the big things done like baths and incontinent care; however, things get crazy and she was not always able to do oral care.
Interview with the MDS Coordinator on 03/06/19 at 4:42 PM, revealed she evaluated Resident #2's and #49's mouths and found their teeth to be broken, rotten, and missing. She stated the MDS was coded improperly and should have been coded as broken, missing teeth. The MDS Coordinator stated if the MDS had been properly coded, a Comprehensive Care Plan would have been generated.
Interview with Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 5:32 PM revealed she expected the MDS Coordinator to accurately assess residents' oral/dental status and to reflect her findings on the MDS assessment. The DON stated a Comprehensive Care Plan for oral/dental hygiene should have been generated. She also revealed she expected the Assistant Director of Nursing to make sure the Comprehensive Care Plans were written.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, record review and review of Mosby's Textbook for Long Term Care Nursing Assistants, it was dete...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, record review and review of Mosby's Textbook for Long Term Care Nursing Assistants, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident, who was unable to carry out activities of daily living (ADL's), received the necessary services to maintain oral hygiene for three (3) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Residents #2, #49 and #104).
The facility failed to provide oral care daily for Residents #2, #49 and #104.
The findings include:
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 2:24 revealed she did not have a policy for oral care but used the Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants.
Review of the Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants Seventh Edition, revealed staff were to assist with oral hygiene after sleep, after meals, and at bedtime. Many people practice oral hygiene before meals. Some persons need mouth care every two hours or more often. Always follow the care plan. Many people perform oral hygiene themselves. Others need help gathering and setting up equipment for oral hygiene. You may have to perform oral hygiene for persons who: are very weak, cannot move or use their arms, or are too confused to brush their teeth.
1. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #2 on 01/16/17 with diagnoses which included Wernicke's Encephalopathy, Dysphagia, Gastrostomy Status and Athrosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina.
Review of Resident #2's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 02/26/19 revealed the facility assessed Resident #2's cognition as intact with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of fifteen (15) which indicated the resident was interviewable. The facility also assessed the resident was unable to do his/her own oral care and required an assist of one caregiver.
Observation of Resident #2 on 03/06/19 at 8:34 AM, revealed the resident had most teeth missing with only four (4) or five (5) teeth present in his/her mouth. The teeth present were dark, broken, jagged and there appeared to be a film over the teeth. Interview with the resident at this time revealed he/she could not remember the last time he/she had his/her teeth brushed. Resident #2 stated he/she would like to have his/her teeth brushed as it would make him/her feel much better.
Review of the Annual MDS, Section L Dental, dated 06/05/18, revealed the MDS Coordinator coded None of the above present, revealing no problems with teeth was inaccurate and resulted in there being no care plan developed to address Oral/Dental Care.
Review of Resident #2's Hygiene Roster for dates 01/07/19 to 03/07/19 revealed there were eleven days that there was no documented evidence the facility provided oral/dental care for the resident.
Interview with Resident #2 on 03/07/19 at 8:46 AM revealed the aide brushed his/her teeth yesterday afternoon and it felt really good. Observations at this time revealed the resident's gums and teeth had no film buildup.
2. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #49 on 03/03/18 with diagnoses which included Athrosclerotic Heart Disease, Celebellar Stroke Syndrome, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with exacerbation and Dysphagia. Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/23/19 revealed the facility assessed Resident #49's cognition as mildly impaired with a BIMS score of ten (10) which indicated the resident was interviewable. Due to the resident's contractures of his/her arms, the resident was not able to brush own teeth. He/She required an assist of one care giver for oral hygiene.
Review of Resident #49's Medical Record revealed a dental visit was provided on 02/08/17 with a notation the resident had several broken teeth. The visit included a Comprehensive Clinical Exam, Tooth Charting, Oral Cancer Exam and TMJ Exam. Further review of the record revealed a dental visit was provided on 06/11/18 and included a Comprehensive Clinical Exam, Tooth charting, Oral Cancer Exam and TMJ Exam. However, there was no mention of broken natural teeth on this visit.
Observation of Resident #49's skin assessment on 03/06/19 at 9:28 AM revealed the resident had broken teeth that appeared blackened and multiple missing teeth. Interview with Resident #49 at this time revealed he/she did not remember the last time his/her teeth were brushed, but he/she would love to have his/her teeth brushed every day. The resident also stated he/she needed to see a dentist due to a canker sore that appeared on his/her lower mouth area the day before. The resident pulled his/her lower lip out and down and revealed a pea size raised dark red area. He/She stated he/she did not inform the staff of the canker sore or that she needed to see a dentist.
Interview with LPN #2 on 03/06/29 at 9:28 AM, revealed the resident had not complained of any concerns until today and she would place the resident on dental list to see the Dentist.
Review of Resident #49's Hygiene Roster from 01/07/19 to 03/07/19 revealed no documented evidence the facility provided oral/dental care on sixteen (16) days.
Interview with Resident #49 on 03/07/19 at 8:54 AM revealed he/she had the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) brush his/her teeth yesterday and showed the State Survey Agency Surveyor his/her teeth.
3. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #104 on 11/20/18 with diagnoses which included Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Morbid Obesity, and Major Depressive Disorder. Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed the facility assessed Resident #104's cognition as severely impaired with a BIMS score of seven (7) which indicated the resident was not interviewable. The resident required set up and encouragement for assistance with oral hygiene.
Review of the Comprehensive Care Plan for at risk for poor oral/dental health related to Resident #104 has natural teeth with some missing and in poor condition, dated 11/27/18, revealed interventions to encourage/assist with mouth care at least daily, independent for oral care, encourage to assist with oral care, set up items as will allow.
Review of the Hygiene Roster for Resident #104 dated 01/07/19 to 03/07/19 revealed
there was no documented evidence the facility provided oral/dental care on thirty-one (31) days.
Observation on 03/07/19 at 9:35 AM revealed Resident #104 had natural teeth missing, broken, and mostly rotten. The teeth present appeared dirty with a build up of food particles in areas and appeared to need oral care.
Interview with the Social Services Assistant on 03/26/19 at 2:48 PM revealed Resident #104's dental visits were scheduled every six (6) months with his/her personal dentist by the resident's sister. He revealed he spoke to the resident's sister last week and she stated the resident had an appointment in May 2019 with the dentist. The Social Services Assistant stated the sister calls and lets them know about the resident's appointments. Further review of the Social Service Dental Log revealed Resident #104 was admitted [DATE] and the sister revealed the resident had gone to the dentist prior to admission to the facility.
Interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #2 on 03/06/19 at 3:45 PM revealed she had not completed the residents' oral care today and it was last week when she last did oral care. CNA #2 stated she made sure she completed the big things, but things get crazy and she did not always do oral care. She stated she did not chart when oral care was not done nor tell the Charge Nurse.
Interview with CNA #1 on 03/07/19 at 1:27 PM revealed she would do oral care throughout the day as she completed daily morning care. CNA #1 stated there were times when she did not get oral care completed. She stated she would tell the resident she would do it the next day if there was something she did not get to do. She also revealed she passed the information to the next shift. CNA #1 stated she understood oral care should be done at least daily and if it was not charted it was not completed.
Interview with NA (Nurse Aide) #2 on 03/07/19 at 1:44 PM revealed if she could not get oral care completed, she would tell her nurse and also tell the staff coming on during rounds. She stated she did not chart when oral care was not completed, but she would leave the box for oral care blank. She also stated oral care should be completed at least once daily and, as needed.
Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2, Charge Nurse for the 200 Hall on 03/07/19 at 11:00 AM revealed she expected the CNA's to complete oral care daily. She also revealed she expected all CNA's to inform her if any care was not completed.
Interview with Assistant Director of Nursing on 03/26/19 at 1:45 PM revealed she monitored the residents by making rounds and speaking to the residents to make sure oral care had been completed per CNA care plans. She also stated she would check the Kiosk every two (2) hours to make sure ADL's were completed.
Interview with Director of Nursing on 03/07/19 at 5:32 PM revealed she expected all Activities of Daily Living to be completed as written in the care plans. She stated she expected staff to make the Charge Nurse aware of any care that was not provided. The DON further stated she felt like the oral care was probably completed but not charted; however, she could not be sure.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident, with an indwelling catheter, received the appropriate care and s...
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Based on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a resident, with an indwelling catheter, received the appropriate care and services to prevent urinary tract infections to the extent possible for one (1) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Resident #100).
Three (3) observations revealed improper positioning of Resident #100's urinary catheter tubing and drainage bag placement.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Giving Catheter Care, not dated, revealed after providing catheter care, ensure the catheter is secured. Further review revealed the catheter tubing should be coiled and secured.
Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #100 on 08/04/17, with diagnoses which included Retention of Urine, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, and Acute Kidney Failure.
Review of the Annual Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment, dated 02/21/19, revealed the facility did not complete the Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) examination, as the resident was assessed to be rarely/never understood, which indicated the resident was not interviewable. Further review of the MDS revealed the resident required total dependence with toilet use and personal hygiene and had a suprapubic catheter.
Observations on 03/05/19 at 10:42 AM and 11:05 AM, and on 03/07/19 at 8:46 AM, revealed Resident #100 was lying in bed on his/her left side with the urinary catheter drainage bag anchored to his/her wheelchair not coiled and secured to the bed. Further observation revealed Resident #100 was lying on the catheter tubing. In addition, observations on 03/06/19 at 8:36 AM and 1:26 PM revealed Resident #100 was in his/her wheelchair with catheter tubing dragging the floor.
Interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #8 on 03/07/19 at 1:47 PM, revealed Resident #100 sometimes self transferred from the wheelchair to the bed and staff were constantly trying to monitor the resident's tubing, because the resident did not know to move the drainage bag from the wheelchair to the bed.
Interview with CNA #5, on 03/26/19 at 2:55 PM, revealed the catheter drainage tubing should be coiled and positioned under the resident's leg. CNA #5 stated, if the drainage tubing is positioned over the top of the resident's leg, the drain tube would create pressure to the top of the residents' leg. Further interview revealed the catheter drainage bag should be attached to the bed frame and covered in a privacy bag. CNA #5 revealed she had not received any education on how to position a urinary catheter tubing and drainage bag while employed at the facility.
Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2, on 03/26/19 at 10:25 AM, revealed she monitored care provided by the CNA when she made rounds. Further interview revealed the facility did not require licensed staff to make rounds in a designated time frame. However, she monitored the resident's care by answering call lights and assisting CNA's with resident care when requested. LPN #2 stated she also talked with the residents when providing care.
Interview with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) #1, on 03/06/19 at 2:10 PM, revealed the urinary catheter drainage bag should be anchored to the bed frame because it could create too much tension placed on the wheelchair. He stated the resident should not be lying on the catheter tubing because it could cause kinks and not allow the urine to drain properly. The ADON further revealed the CNA's should ensure the catheter bag and tubing were positioned properly during their rounds. In addition, he stated the CNA's were taught about catheter care skills, resident care plans, and to monitor during rounds on the floor during their orientation period.
Interview with ADON #2, on 03/26/19 at 11:17 AM, revealed licensed staff monitor the CNA's by doing rounds to ensure resident care needs were met.
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 5:16 PM, revealed she expected staff to monitor the position of the bedside drainage bag and the catheter tubing during their rounds on the floor. The DON stated if the catheter drainage bag was observed anchored on the wheelchair, it should be hung up on the bed frame to help the flow and prevent infection.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the nurse who gave pain medication to the resident assessed and eva...
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Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of the facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the nurse who gave pain medication to the resident assessed and evaluated a resident's pain characteristics such as intensity, pattern, location, frequency, and duration prior to administering pain medication according to professional standards of practice, for one (1) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Resident #83).
In addition, the nurse failed to make the resident aware of what medication was being administered (Oxycodone).
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Pain Management Process, last revised October 2015, revealed the facility recognizes that each resident has the right to treatment and services to maintain their quality of life. The facility also recognizes that each resident reacts to pain in different ways, and that narcotics carry significant risk with use including side effects and abuse. The facility will react to the resident's pain control needs based on the resident's goals for pain relief and the resident's goals functional ability. If pain is triggered, the facility will complete a comprehensive pain assessment/evaluation to include current presence of pain, type of scale to utilize, predisposing causes of the pain, location, quality, intensity and duration of the pain.
Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #83 on 03/04/16 with diagnoses which included Diabetes Type 2 with Diabetic Neuropathy Unspecified, Lymphedema, Cellulitis, Hypertension, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Major Depressive Disorder.
Review of the Annual Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment, dated 01/28/19, revealed the facility assessed Resident #83's cognition as moderately impaired with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of twelve (12) which indicated the resident was interviewable.
Review of Resident #83's Physician's Orders, dated 03/02/19, revealed an order for Oxycodone-Acetominophen (pain medication) 7.5-325 milligrams (mg) one (1) tablet by mouth every six (6) hours, as needed for pain.
Review of Resident #83's Comprehensive Care Plan revealed, Experiences Alteration in Level of Comfort as exacerbated by Pain, dated 02/04/19, revealed an intervention to identify location and rate of pain prior to and after any interventions, medications as ordered.
Observation of Resident #83's wound care, on 03/06/19 at 10:00 AM performed by the facility's Wound Care Nurse (WCN), revealed the resident complained of pain in the opposite leg the WCN was providing wound care The WCN assessed the resident's pain which was identified in the right lower extremity that the resident described as pinching, sharp, extending from the right thigh to the right buttock. Further observation revealed Resident #83 described the pain as eight (8) on pain scale of 0 - 10, with 10 being the worse. A staff member assisting the WCN went to inform the nurse covering the unit of Resident #83's complaint of pain.
Observation on 03/06/19 at 10:05 AM revealed Registered Nurse (RN) #1 entered Resident
#83's room and gave the resident a white tablet. However, RN #1 failed to evaluate and assess the resident's need for pain medication and failed to inform the resident the name of the medication.
Interview with Resident #83, on 03/06/19 at 1:35 PM, revealed the throbbing pain to the right leg was better after he/she received pain medication. The resident stated the pain was at two (2) on a pain scale of 0-10, with 10 being the worse.
Interview with RN #1, on 03/06/19 at 2:15 PM, revealed she was notified by a staff member that Resident #83 complained of pain. RN #1 stated she was informed by the staff member the resident's pain was in the left lower extremity and the pain score was six (6), instead of the right lower extremity and a pain score of eight (8), as reported by the resident during the State Survey Agency's observation. RN #1 revealed she failed to evaluate the resident's pain and identify characteristics of the pain herself. She stated she also failed to inform the resident what pain medication he/she was giving. Further interview revealed RN #1 assessed Resident #83's pain an hour later and the resident's pain was at two (2).
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 5:20 PM, revealed she expected the nurse giving medication to identify medication to the resident. She stated she also expected the licensed staff to do a pain assessment on resident before giving pain medication.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0810
(Tag F0810)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide assistive devices for one (...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide assistive devices for one (1) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Resident #65).
Observations on 03/05/19 at 11:03 AM, on 03/06/19 at 8:36 AM, and on 03/07/19 at 8:32 AM, revealed Resident #65 did not receive his/her foam built up fork and spoon to enable the resident to feed self.
The findings include:
Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #65 on 06/29/17, with diagnoses to include Rheumatoid Arthritis, Feeding Difficulties, Dysphagia, and Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], revealed the facility assessed Resident #65's cognition as intact with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of thirteen (13) which indicated the resident was interviewable.
Review of Resident #65's Comprehensive Care Plan, Risk for Alteration in Nutrition, dated 07/09/18, revealed an intervention for divided plate and foam built up spoon and fork utensils.
Observation on 03/05/19 at 11:03 AM, revealed Resident #65 was sitting up in a wheelchair at the bedside feeding himself/herself breakfast. Observation of the resident's diet card revealed the resident required a foam built up spoon and fork, and a divided plate. However the foam built up spoon and fork were not available for the resident to use.
Interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #3, on 03/05/19 at 11:25 AM, revealed she served Resident #65's breakfast tray. She stated the dining room staff was supposed to ensure assistive devices were on meal trays. CNA #3 stated she should have made sure the resident's assistive devices were on the meal tray to enable the resident to in feed himself/herself.
Observations, on 03/06/19 at 8:36 AM and 03/07/19 at 8:32 AM, revealed Resident #65 feeding himself/herself breakfast. However, the foam built up spoon and fork were not on the meal tray.
Interview with Resident #65, on 03/25/19 at 3:57 PM, revealed the divided plate, built up fork and spoon were used at each meal. Resident #65 stated, I have bad arthritis and can hold them better.
Interview with CNA #4, on 03/07/19 08:32 AM, revealed she should have made sure Resident #65's assistive devices were on the meal tray. CNA #4, stated, It was dietary's, and staff who passed meal trays, responsibility to ensure the resident had the assistive devices listed on his/her diet card. She stated Dietary Staff should ensure the adaptive equipment was on the meal tray. She also revealed CNA's were to review meal cards when the residents' trays were served and if any adaptive utensils were not on the meal trays then the utensils should be obtained before serving trays.
Interview with the Interim Dietary Manager, on 03/25/19 at 2:55 PM, revealed the adaptive devices/utensils for Resident #65 were available; however, dietary staff failed to add the utensils to the breakfast meal tray.
Interview with the Interim Dietary Manager, on 03/07/19 at 2:35 PM, revealed she expected assistive devices to be added to the meal trays during tray line set up. She stated if staff identified an assistive device listed on a diet card was not on the meal tray during tray delivery, staff should make sure the assistive device was obtained before serving the tray.
Interview with DON, on 03/06/19 at 8:48 AM, revealed if an assistive device was listed on the resident's diet card and care plan, the assistive device should be on the meal tray.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. Review of the RAI 3.0, effective October 2018, Section M: Skin Conditions, revealed to document the risk, presence, appearanc...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. Review of the RAI 3.0, effective October 2018, Section M: Skin Conditions, revealed to document the risk, presence, appearance, and change of pressure ulcers as well as other skin ulcers, wounds or lesions. Also includes treatment categories related to skin injury or avoiding injury.
Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #42 on 06/22/18 with diagnoses which included Hypertension, Unspecified Kidney Failure, Pressure Ulcer of Sacral Region Stage 4, Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder, and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
Review of the Skin Integrity Report (SIR), dated 01/14/19, revealed the facility identified Resident #42 to have a Stage 4 pressure ulcer on the right ishium. However, review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/17/19, for Section M 0210: Skin Conditions revealed the facility failed to identify the resident had an unhealed pressure ulcer.
5. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #83 on 03/04/16 with diagnoses which included Diabetes Type 2 with Diabetic Neuropathy Unspecified, Lymphedema, Cellulitis, Hypertension, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Major Depressive Disorder.
Review of the SIR revealed the facility identified Resident #83 to have a diabetic ulcer to the left heel on 02/08/19 and observation, on 03/06/19 at 10:00 AM, revealed the resident still had a diabetic ulcer to the left heel. However, review of Resident #83's Quarterly MDS, dated [DATE], Section M 0150, revealed a coding of zero (0), which indicated the facility failed to assess the resident at risk for developing pressure ulcers/injuries and review of Section M0140 revealed the facility failed to identify the resident had a Diabetic Ulcer to the left heel.
6. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #93 on 09/12/17 with diagnoses which included End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Diabetes Type ll with Chronic Kidney Disease, Alcohol Abuse with Unspecified Alcohol -Induced Disorder, Hypertension, Idiopathic Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy, and Major Depressive Disorder, single episode, unspecified.
Review of the SIR dated 02/11/19 and observation, on 03/06/19 at 10:50 AM, revealed the resident had an unhealed diabetic ulcer to his/her outer right ankle. However, review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/14/19, for MDS Section M-0150: Skin Conditions, revealed the facility assessed the resident as not at risk for developing pressure ulcers/injuries. Review of Section M-1040 revealed the facility failed to identify Resident #93 as having any other ulcers, wounds, and skin conditions.
Interview with the MDS Coordinator, on 03/07/19 at 5:05 PM, revealed she failed to code Resident #42's Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/17/19, to reflect an unhealed pressure ulcer. The MDS Coordinator stated, I should have coded the unhealed pressure ulcer on the MDS, I'm not sure why I didn't. Further interview revealed the MDS Coordinator also failed to identify Residents #83's and #93's Skin Conditions on their MDS assessment.
Interview with the DON, on 03/07/19 at 5:16 PM, revealed she expected the resident assessments to be coded to reflect the services and status of each resident per the RAI manual.
2. Review of the RAI Version 3.0 Manual dated October 2018 revealed Section L Oral/Dental Status should have all oral or dental problems present on assessment recorded.
Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #2 on 01/16/17 with diagnoses which included Wernicke's Encephalopathy, Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease, Dysphagia, Gastrostomy Status and Athrosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina. Review of a Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/26/19 revealed the facility assessed Resident #2's cognition as intact with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of fifteen (15) which indicated the resident was interviewable.
Observation of Resident #2 on 03/06/19 at 8:34 AM and on 03/06/19 at 1:45 PM revealed he/she had most teeth missing with only four (4) or five (5) teeth present in his/her mouth. The teeth present were dark, broken, and jagged. Interview with Resident #2 on 03/06/19 at 1:45 PM revealed that his/her teeth had been bad for a long time, approximately a year or more. However, further review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/26/19 revealed no information was checked in the L boxes for Oral/Dental information to indicate the resident had missing teeth and the remaining teeth were broken and jagged.
3. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #49 on 03/03/18 with diagnoses which included Athrosclerotic Heart Disease, Celebellar Stroke Syndrome, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with exacerbation and Dysphagia.
Observation of Resident #49 on 03/06/19 at 9:28 AM revealed the resident had missing natural teeth, and teeth that were broken, and decayed. However, review of the L section of Resident 49's most recent Comprehensive Assessment, an Annual MDS dated [DATE] revealed there were no dental concerns.
Interview with the MDS Coordinator on 03/06/19 at 4:42 PM revealed it was her job to assess the residents' mouths to identify any oral/teeth concerns and code the MDS accordingly. Further interview with the MDS Coordinator on 03/07/19 at 1:18 PM revealed she had evaluated Resident #2's and #49's mouths and found their teeth to be broken, rotten, and missing. She also stated the MDS was coded improperly and should have been coded as broken, missing teeth. She stated these assessments were completed prior to her taking over.
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 5:32 PM revealed she expected the MDS Coordinator to accurately assess residents' oral/dental and to reflect her findings on the MDS assessment. She stated she expected the MDS Coordinator to complete the assessments per the Resident Assessment Instrument [NAME].
Based on interview, record review, and review of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Version 3.0 User Manual, it was determined the facility failed to ensure six (6) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents received an accurate assessment, reflective of the resident's status at the time of the assessment (Residents #2, #49, #93, #42, #83, and #50).
The facility failed to code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment accurately for Resident #50 related to receiving Hospice Services; Residents #2 and #49 related to Oral/Dental Status; and, Residents #42, #83 and #93 related to pressure ulcer or diabetic foot ulcers.
The findings include:
1. Review of the RAI Version 3.0 User Manual, dated October 2018, for Coding instructions for Section O0100 Special Treatments, Procedures, and Programs, Column 2 instructs to check all treatments, procedures, and programs received or performed by the resident after admission/entry or reentry to the facility and within the 14 (fourteen)-day look-back period.
Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #50 on 05/19/18, with diagnoses which included Heart Failure, Hypertension, and Aphasia.
Review of Resident #50's Physician's Orders dated March 2019, revealed an order for hospice services as of 07/20/18. However, review of Resident #50's Quarterly MDS Assessment, dated 01/24/19, revealed the facility failed to check the Hospice Care O0100K box Column 2 Section O0100 Special Treatments, Procedures, and Programs, to indicate the resident received hospice services.
Interview with the MDS Coordinator on 03/06/19 at 4:10 PM, revealed she was responsible for completing Section O for Resident #50. She stated she knew Resident #50 received hospice services; however, she overlooked it and failed to accurately code it on the Quarterly MDS.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY**
Based on observation, interview, record review and review of the facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to en...
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Based on observation, interview, record review and review of the facility's policy, it was determined the facility failed to ensure Comprehensive Care Plans were revised for four (4) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Residents #9, # 17, #79, and # 81).
The facility assessed Residents #9, #17, #79, and #81 to require the use of adaptive equipment for eating; however, review of the care plans revealed there was no documented evidence the care plans were updated to include the adaptive equipment.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Comprehensive Care Plans, Standard of Practice, last revised November 2017, revealed the comprehensive care plan will be reviewed and revised by the interdisciplinary team after each comprehensive, significant change of condition and Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment.
1. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #9 on 01/05/18 with diagnoses which included Dementia. Review of an annual MDS dated [DATE] revealed the facility assessed Resident #9's cognition as moderately impaired with a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of eleven (11) which indicated the resident was interviewable. Further review of the MDS revealed the facility also assessed the resident required set up for eating.
Review of a facility provided Residents Adaptive Equipment Report revealed that as of 03/25/19, Resident #9 required a Kennedy cup (special cup with lid) at all meals. However, review of a Comprehensive Care Plan initiated on 08/22/17 revealed there was no documented evidence a care plan was developed to address the resident's assessed need of a Kennedy cup.
Interview with Resident #9 on 03/25/19 at 12:20 PM revealed he/she received a Kennedy cup at meals.
2. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #17 on 11/25/16 with diagnoses which included Parkinson's Disease. Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 12/17/18 revealed the facility assessed Resident #17's cognition as moderately impaired with a BIMS score of eight (8) which indicated the resident was interviewable. Further review of the MDS revealed the facility also assessed the resident required set up for eating.
Review of a Resident Adaptive Equipment Report revealed as of 03/25/19, Resident #17 required a red foam fork. However, review of a Comprehensive Care Plan initiated on 12/27/18 revealed there was no documented evidence the resident was care planned for the use of a red foam spoon for meals.
Observation on 03/26/19 at 12:27 PM revealed there was a red foam fork on Resident #17's tray.
3. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #79 on 11/03/18 with diagnoses which included Failure to Thrive and Cerobrovascular Accident. Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed the facility assessed Resident #79's cognition was moderately impaired with a BIMS score of nine (9), which indicated the resident was not interviewable. Further review of the MDS revealed the facility also assessed the resident required tube feeding and was totally dependent on one staff person for eating, as resident received tube feedings and food by mouth.
Review of a Resident Adaptive Equipment Report revealed that as of 03/25/19, Resident #79 required a divided plate with all meals. However, review of a Comprehensive Care Plan initiated on 10/31/18, revealed there was no documented evidence the resident required a divided plate with all meals.
Observation at meal time on 03/24/19 at 12:22 PM revealed Resident #79 only wanted a sandwich and soup, so the resident was not observed with a divided plate.
4. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #81 on 04/07/18 with diagnoses which included Congestive Heart Failure, Weakness, and Dysphagia (difficulty in swallowing). Review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed the facility assessed Resident #81's cognition was intact with a BIMS score of 13, which indicated the resident was interviewable. Further review of the MDS assessment revealed the facility also assessed the resident required set up only for meals.
Review of a Resident Adaptive Equipment Report revealed as of 03/25/19, Resident #81 required a Kennedy cup with all meals. However, review of a Comprehensive Care Plan initiated on 04/14/18, revealed no documented evidence the resident required the use of a Kennedy cup with all meals.
Interview with Resident #81 on 03/26/19 at 11:54 AM revealed he/she received a special cup at meals and the cup was easier for him/her to use due to Arthritis. Observation of the resident eating on 03/24/19 at 11:54 AM, revealed the resident had a Kennedy cup.
Interview with the Dietary Manager on 03/26/19 at 11:15 AM, revealed therapy was responsible for updating the care plans when a resident needed an assistive device for eating. She stated she has been going through all the residents' care plans to ensure the care plans were updated with assstive devices. She stated the reason Resident #17's, #79's, #81's and #9's care plans did not have the assistive/adaptive devices was because she had not got around to updating those yet.
Interview with Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/26/19 at 11:00 AM revealed all nursing staff were responsible for updating the care plans.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0659
(Tag F0659)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to provide care in accordance with each resident's written plan of care for four (4) o...
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Based on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to provide care in accordance with each resident's written plan of care for four (4) of thirty-two (32) sampled residents (Resident #104, #65, #83 and #100).
The facility failed to implement the Comprehensive Care Plan for Resident #104 related to oral care. Resident #65 related to assistive devices for eating. Resident #83 related to pain assessment; and, Resident #100 related to catheter care.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Comprehensive Care Plans, Standard of Practice, last revised November 2017 revealed; it is the practice of this facility to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with resident rights, that includes measurable objective and time frames to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the resident's comprehensive assessment.
1. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #104 on 11/20/18 with diagnoses which included Type II Diabetes Mellitus, and Major Depressive Disorder. Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 02/26/19 revealed the facility assessed Resident #104's cognition as severely impaired with a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) score of seven (7) which indicated the resident was not interviewable.
Review of the Comprehensive Care Plan for at risk for poor oral/dental health dated 11/27/18, revealed interventions to encourage/assist with mouth care at least daily, independent for oral care, encourage to assist with oral care, and set up items as will allow. However, review of the Hygiene Roster for Resident #104 dated 01/07/19 to 03/07/19 revealed there was no documented evidence oral/dental care was provided to Resident #104 on thirty-one (31) days.
Observation on 03/07/19 at 9:35 AM revealed Resident #104's natural teeth were missing and/or broken and appeared rotten. However, there was no odor detected. Further observation revealed food particles in his/her teeth.
Interview with Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) #2 on 03/06/19 at 3:45 PM, revealed she did not complete Resident 104's oral care on 03/06/19 and could not remember the last time it was completed. She stated she made sure she had the big things done like baths and incontinent care; however, things get crazy and she did not always do oral care. CNA #2 stated she did not chart that when oral care was not completed, nor did she tell the charge nurse. She further stated the last time she provided the resident's oral care was last week.
Interview with NA (Nurse Aide) #1, on 03/07/19 at 1:27 PM revealed she was responsible for Resident #104's oral care. She stated she tried to complete the resident's oral care throughout the day when she completed her every two (2) hour bed checks, She stated there were times when she did not get oral care completed. Further interview revealed she understood oral care should be done at least daily and if it was not charted, it was not completed.
Interview with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #2, Charge Nurse for the 200 Hall on 03/07/19 at 11:00 AM revealed she expected the CNA's to complete oral care daily and follow the care plans as written. She stated she made rounds to ensure care was provided and she expected the CNA's to inform her when care was not completed.
Interview with Director of Nursing (DON) on 03/07/19 at 5:32 PM revealed she expected all Activities of Daily Living to be completed as written in the care plans. She stated she expected the Assistant Director of Nursing to make sure the Comprehensive Care Plans were carried out as written.
Interview with Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) on 03/26/19 at 1:45 PM revealed she monitored the residents by making rounds and speaking to the residents to make sure oral care was completed per CNA care plans and Comprehensive Care Plans. She stated she checked the Kiosk (CNA input of care station) every two (2) hours to make sure Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) were completed.
2. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #65 on 06/29/17 with diagnoses which included Rheumatoid Arthritis, Feeding Difficulties, Dysphagia, and Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease. Review of the Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 02/04/19, revealed the facility assessed Resident #65's cognition as intact with a BIMS score of thirteen (13) which indicated the resident was interviewable.
Review of Resident #65's Comprehensive Care Plan, Risk for Alteration in Nutrition, dated 07/09/18, revealed an intervention for divided plate and foam built up spoon and fork utensils. In addition, review of Resident #65's Dietary Card revealed divided plate, foam built up spoon and fork utensils for meals. However, observations on 03/05/19 at 11:03 AM, on 03/06/19 at 8:36 AM, and on 03/07/19 at 8:32 AM, revealed Resident #65 was feeding himself/herself without foam the built up spoon and fork, as they were not available for the resident to use.
Interview with CNA #3, on 03/05/19 at 11:25 AM and CNA #4, on 03/07/19 at 8:32 AM, revealed they should have ensured Resident #65's assistive devices were on the meal tray before serving it to the resident.
Interview with the Interim Dietary Manager, on 03/07/19 at 2:35 PM, revealed she expected dietary staff to ensure assistive devices were on meal trays before leaving the kitchen. She stated if staff noticed assistive devices listed on a diet card were not on the meal tray, staff should have obtained the assistive devices before serving the tray.
Interview with the DON, on 03/06/19 at 8:48 AM, revealed therapy determined Resident #65 needed adaptive eating utensils after an evaluation was completed. The DON stated, If an adaptive eating utensil was listed on the resident's care plan, the utensils should be on the resident's meal tray.
3. Record review revealed the facility admitted Resident #83 on 03/04/16 with diagnoses which included Diabetes Type 2 with Diabetic Neuropathy Unspecified, Lymphedema, Cellulitis, Hypertension, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Major Depressive Disorder.
Review of Resident #83's Comprehensive Care Plan, Experiences Alteration in Level of Comfort as exacerbated by Pain, dated 02/04/19, revealed an intervention to identify location and rate of pain prior to and after any interventions, medications as ordered. However, observation on 03/06/19 at 10:05 AM revealed Registered Nurse (RN) #1 entered Resident #83's room after being informed by another staff member that Resident #83 needed pain medication and gave the resident a white tablet without evaluating and assessing the resident's need for pain medication.
Interview with Registered Nurse (RN) #1, on 03/06/19 at 2:15 PM, revealed a staff member notified her Resident #83 complained of pain to the left leg rated at six (6). RN #1 revealed she administered the pain medication to the resident and failed to assess the resident's pain herself prior to administering the pain medication. She stated, I did not identify the resident had pain, characteristics of the pain, or inform the resident what pain medication he/she was given.
Interview with the DON, on 03/07/19 at 5:20 PM, revealed she expected the nurse giving medication to identify the medication to the resident. She stated she also expected the staff to do a pain assessment on Resident #83 before giving pain medication as indicated in the resident's care plan.
4. Record review revealed the facility readmitted Resident #100 on 08/04/17, with diagnoses which included Retention of Urine, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, and Acute Kidney Failure. Review of the Annual MDS Assessment, dated 02/21/19, revealed the facility did not complete a BIMS examination, as the resident was assessed to be rarely/never understood, which indicated the resident was not interviewable. Further review of the MDS revealed the resident had a suprapubic catheter.
Review of Resident #100's Comprehensive Care Plan initiated on 12/18/17, revealed an intervention for staff to keep the resident's catheter tubing free of kinks. However, observations on 03/05/19 at 10:42 AM and 11:05 AM, and on 03/07/19 at 8:46 AM, revealed Resident #100 was lying in bed on his/her left side with the urinary catheter drainage bag anchored to his/her wheelchair not coiled and/or secured to the bed. Further observation revealed the resident was lying on the catheter tubing. In addition, observations on 03/06/19 at 8:36 AM and 1:26 PM, revealed Resident #100 was in his/her wheelchair with the catheter tubing dragging the floor.
Interview with CNA #8, on 03/07/19 at 1:47 PM, revealed Resident #100 transferred self from the wheelchair to the bed at times. CNA #8 revealed staff constantly monitored Resident #100's catheter tubing, because the resident did not know to move the drainage bag from the wheelchair to the bed.
Interview with CNA #5, on 03/26/19 at 2:55 PM, revealed the catheter drainage tubing should be coiled and positioned under the resident's leg. CNA #5 stated, if the drainage tubing is positioned over the top of the resident's leg, the drain tube could create pressure to the top of the residents' leg. Further interview revealed the catheter drainage bag should be attached to the bed frame and covered in a privacy bag. CNA #5 stated she did not receive education on how to position urinary catheter tubing and urine drainage bag while employed at the facility.
Interview with LPN #2, on 03/26/19 at 10:25 AM, revealed she monitored care provided by the CNA's when she made rounds. LPN #2 stated the facility did not require licensed staff to make rounds in a designated time frame; however, she monitored the resident's care by answering call lights and assisting CNA's with resident care when requested. LPN #2 stated she also talked with the residents when providing care.
Interview with ADON #1, on 03/06/19 at 2:10 PM, revealed the urinary catheter drainage bag should be anchored to the bed frame because it could create too much tension when placed on the wheelchair. He stated the resident should not be lying on the catheter tubing because it could cause kinks and not allow the urine to drain properly. The ADON further stated the CNA's should be aware of proper placement of the catheter bag and tubing during rounds. In addition, he stated the CNA's were taught about catheter care skills and resident care plans during their orientation period.
Interview with ADON #2, on 03/26/19 at 11:17 AM, revealed licensed staff monitored the CNA's by doing rounds to ensure resident care needs were met. ADON #2 stated the licensed staff were not required to make rounds at scheduled times.
Interview with the DON on 03/07/19 at 5:16 PM, revealed she expected staff to monitor the position of the bedside drainage bag and the catheter tubing during their rounds on the floor. The DON stated if the catheter drainage bag was observed anchored on the wheelchair, it should have been moved up on the bed frame to ensure proper urine flow and to prevent infection.