SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This citation pertains to intake MI00132216
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a ...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** This citation pertains to intake MI00132216
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a safe environment and implement safety interventions for 1 (R51) of 23 residents reviewed for accidents and hazards, resulting in a fall with a cervical spine fracture and facial laceration, and the increased potential for further falls with injuries.
Findings include:
According to www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, The first vertebra (C1), also called the atlas, is a ring-shaped bone that begins at the base of your skull. The atlas holds the head upright. A C1 through C2 vertebrae injury is considered to be the most severe of all spinal cord injuries as it can lead to full paralysis-but is most often fatal.
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R51 scored 5/15 on her BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status). R51 had clear speech usually making her needs known and understanding others, missing part or the intent of the message. Required extensive physical assistance of one person for bed mobility. Totally dependent on two-plus persons for transfers. Movement on unit required total dependence on one-persons physical assistance, as did toileting. R51 required limited assistance of one-person for eating. Resident's balance during transition of seated to standing was unsteady and only able to stabilize with human assistance. There was no impairment in her arms but did have an impairment in her right leg. Always incontinent of urine and bowel. Received scheduled pain medication management without receiving non-medication management. It was indicated the resident had not had any falls prior to 9/27/2022. Diagnoses included Alzheimer's disease, fracture to right hip, malnutrition, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Review of R51's Care Plan At Risk for Falls problem start date 4/23/2021 reported the resident was at risk and subsequent injury related to and including right hip fracture, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, non-ambulatory, limited mobility and weakness. The goal was to prevent or reduce the occurrence of falls and subsequent injury related to falls. Interventions to meet the goal prior to survey entrance included bed in lowest position (10/31/2021), call light to be with(in) reach (4/23/20221), instruct and remind to use call light to ask for assistance (4/23/2021, keep paths to bathroom and hallway clutter free (4/23/2021), wear non skid shoes/non skid socks while transferring (4/23/2021).
Review of R51's Care Plan Diagnosis of osteoporosis with potential for fracture problem start date 10/10/2021 reported the resident had a history or osteoporosis with potential for fracture. The goal was to remain free from injuries. Interventions to meet this goal was to keep bed in low position with brakes locked (10/10/2021), keep call light within reach (10/10/2021, provide environment free of clutter (10/10/2021), and approved proper/well maintained footwear (10/10/2021).
Review of R51's Histories and Habits by behavioral services dated 10/6/2022 reported the resident had a medical history that included a displaced fracture of base of neck of right femur. R51's Mental Status Exam reported she had impaired judgment/insight/impulse control. Her musculoskeletal range-of-motion (ROM)and strength and tone was limited.
Review of R51's Baseline Care Plan reported Recent fall resulting in right hip pain. In weakened state .Fall/Safety Risk: recent fall with fracture. Encourage to use call light .
Review of R51's Progress Note 10/27/2022 5:36 PM reported resident was found on floor with an open head injury that was bleeding. R51 was sent to hospital via ambulance. The hospital called the facility to report the resident sustained a c-spine fracture and a large knot on her forehead with a long laceration.
Review of R51's Event Report-Safety Events-Fall Event dated 10/27/2022 reported the resident had a fall to the floor from her bed on 10/27/2022 that was discovered at 6:05 AM. When R51 was asked what she was attempting to do, she replied, I fell out of bed. I hit my head on something, now it hurts. The resident was not sure what she was doing before she fell. There were no witnesses to the fall, but when found she was laying on the floor with blood around her head. The resident was observed to have pain in her head with a c-spine (cervical) fracture and laceration (large cut) on her forehead resulting from the fall. Her pupil size was 2 mm with sluggish response. Her mood was agitated and restless. Risk factors included the resident was without shoes/footwear (gripper socks). R51's emergency was not contacted because the nurse forgot to contact family. The nurse's summary reported she was getting report from the prior shift when the CNA came to her and said she needed help fast. Upon walking into the room the nurse witnessed the resident laying on the floor and had a lot of blood around her head. When the nurse assessed R51's external injuries, she discovered an open area on the head. The resident was transferred to the hospital for further evaluation. The hospital called the facility and reported R51 had sustained a c-spine fracture and a large knot on her forehead with a long laceration.
Review of R51's Hospital Discharge Summary 10/27/2022 reported a CT Neck Angiogram final result indicated an acute comminuted fracture of C1.
Review of R51's Hospital After Visit Summary 10/27/2022 reported the resident's primary diagnosis a closed stable burst fracture of first cervical vertebra secondary to an unwitnessed fall at nursing home hitting her head on a nightstand. Resident was on the ground for approximately 20 minutes before being found. Resident was placed in an Aspen collar and laceration repaired before being transferred a larger acute care hospital. On exam, R51 was alert, appeared frail, was forgetful, and confused. The resident had not bee ambulatory for a year and had been in a wheelchair. Left upper extremity with chronic contracture. Past medical history: High risk for falls. CT Brain without Contrast large scalp hematoma in the frontal region extending to the left of midline with a small amount of air density in the scalp consistent with a laceration. CT Spine Cervical without contrast resulting in an acute comminuted fracture involving C1.
Review of R51's Progress Note 10/28/2022 7:18 PM the resident arrived back to facility via stretcher to room with a large hematoma on frontal part of face and down cheek. Resident had a bruise around right eye and right knee redness. Also pink in peri area. All safety measures in place.
During an observation on 10/30/2022 at 1:33 PM R51 was supine in bed wearing a cervical collar that was pushing up on face and ears. Her bed was not in the lowest position. R51 not wearing gripper socks. There was no fall mattress next to her bed on either side. The bed was on an angle with the left side away from the wall leaving enough room for an adult to stand.
During an interview on 10/31/2022 at 10:12 AM Registered Nurse (RN) X stated, (R51) cannot move around very much. She needs help to do just about everything. I have no idea how she could have fallen out of her bed.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 10:14 AM R51 was in bed with the HOB (head-of-bed) higher than 30 degrees making her body form a C to her left. She was moaning in pain. There was no pillow or wedge to support or position the resident. Resident was wearing a cervical collar that was pushing up on her ears causing them to turn red. The bed was not in the lowest position positioned at an angle to the right leaving a space an adult could stand to the left of resident between the bed and wall. A mattress was on the floor next to right side of resident's bed. Her call light was on the floor under her bed. RN X entered the room to perform care. RN X moved the mattress away from side of the bed and moved the call light from under her feet with her foot. RN X did not place the call light within the resident's reach when she left the room to find assistance.
During an interview on 10/31/2022 at 10:20 AM RN X. stated, I know (R51). I was the nurse that was summoned when she fell. I had just walked in for the day, it was around 6 AM, and had not even gotten report yet. The aide (Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA J) found the resident first. I followed the CNA into the room. (R51) was on the floor face first in a pool of blood. I could not believe how much blood there was. I did not move her. I had someone get me a towel and I placed it under her face, so she was not face down in the blood. I tried to feel under her face to see where the blood was coming from. I did not call her family. I'm new here. I know from previous jobs I should have called them, but so much was going on I could not remember to do everything. I was on my own to get paperwork around and then get right back on the floor to start passing medications to other residents.
During an interview on 10/31/2022 at 10:20 AM CNA J stated, When (R51) fell, I had just come in the door to start my shift, it was around 6 AM. I did not even have my coat off. I saw the call light was on for (R51's) room and I went in to answer it. (R51) was lying face first in a pool of blood. She was awake and wanted to get up off the floor. I ran out in the hall to call for help. (RN X) came in to help. She was just starting her sift and had not gotten report yet. We got a towel and put it under the resident's face, so she wasn't lying in all that blood. It looked like she had got shot in the face with a gun. It was horrible. The bed was not in a low position, it was about up to my waist and I'm about 5'3. The wheelchair was on the other side of the room, not next to the bed. (R51) has to have just about everything done for her. I feed her, I move her, I dress her, I change her brief. She has no bed sores. I try to take good care of her. I do not know where the night shift staff was when she fell. There was no staff in the hall when I went to go look for help. The roommate (R54) told me she had initiated the call light when (R51) fell and it was about 30 minutes after she put on the call light because she had a program on and it ended by the time I got there. She said she heard her fall. That (R51) was not in her wheelchair. She could not remember the last time staff was in but knew it had been a while since staff had been in. She said she did not know how (R51) could have fallen because she needed help for everything.
During an interview on 10/31/2022 at 10:30 AM (R54) stated, I remember when my roommate (R51) fell. I heard her fall. The curtain was not all the way open between us but I could see her wheelchair over by the wall and she was not in it. I turned on the call light and it took about 30 minutes for help to come. My television was on, and the program ended by the time (CNA J) came in. There was so much blood. It was horrible. Just horrible. I try to look out for her. She can hardly do anything for herself. They (referring to the facility) do not have enough staff and they keep admitting people and not enough staff to take care of us.
During an interview on 10/31/22 at 3:09 PM R51 was lying on her back in bed wearing a cervical collar with eyes closed. Her call light was on the floor under the fall mattress to the right side of her bed.
During an observation and interview on 11/1/2022 at 9:45 AM R 51 was supine in bed wearing a cervical collar. The collar was over her right ear causing it to turn red. A blue wedge was under her left shoulder. A mattress was on the floor to resident's left side. The right side of the bed was angled away from the wall leaving a gap large enough for an adult to stand with no mattress on floor. At the foot of the bed was a bedside table with a Styrofoam drinking cup partially filled with water out of reach of the resident. A scabbed over hematoma protruding from the resident's left forehead had yellowing bruise around it. R51's face from left to right and from top of forehead to below nose had yellow bruising. Around the resident's eyes was purple bruising. R51 stated, I do not know how I fell out of bed. Right now, I am hurting and do not feel very good. why do I have this collar on and it is hurting my right ear. I cannot move around on my own. I need help to do things. I hurt all over this morning.
During an interview 11/01/22 at 12:08 PM Family Member SS stated, I was told she (referring to R51) was found face down on the floor. I was told she was being sent to the hospital. Then they called and they said they were sending her to another hospital. I figured she would be having surgery. The facility has not told be about follow-up appointments. (R51) gained the ability to feed herself about mid-summer. She was not able to get out of bed on her own. She was not able to walk by herself. This is the 3rd time she has fallen. She fell at another facility and broke her arm, the first time, the second time she fell and broke her hip. That facility would not take her back. That is why she is at the current facility.
During an interview on 11/01/22 at 2:54 PM CNA FF stated, I was working on the night shift on October 26th and into the morning of October 27th (2022). I was assigned to the 100 Hall as my main assignment and part of the 200 Hall including (R51). There were four aides that night. There was another aide that had the 300 Hall and the other part of the 200 Hall. That aide stayed on her main hall which was the 300 hall. She mostly stayed on the 300 hall. I mostly stayed on the 100 Hall. If call lights went off on the 200 Hall I would answer mine. I had rooms 200-206. When call lights go off for the 200 hall you only see the light beeping at the control panel behind the nursing station at the front lobby. That morning I gave (R51) care about 4:30 AM 4:35 AM. I washed her up and changed her, did all my care on her then went to her roommate and assisted her with care. When I left their room both residents were in their beds. I then went to room [ROOM NUMBER] to do AM care on those two residents. I walked past (R51's) room around 5:00-5:05 AM to go back down to the 100 Hall. (R51) and her roommates were in their beds. It is very busy that time of morning. I never went back over there (on the 200 Hall) after I finished up over there about 5-5:15 AM. I have never seen (R51) do anything for herself. When I go to do care for her, I have to move her. She has one arm that is contracted, and she cannot do anything with it. Her right arm is her good arm. She can move her legs a little bit, but they are contracted. She cannot move around in bed. She cannot reposition herself. That morning she did not have a mattress on the floor next to her bed. I did not let her bed all the way down that night. It was about at my waist height. I am 5'3. I was at the front lobby desk from 5:30 AM to 6:00 AM waiting to give report to the oncoming CNA. I left that day at 6:00 AM. I never saw (R51's) call light come on. The last time I looked in at (R51) was around 5:00-5:05 AM that morning.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 8:25 AM CNA J stated, On October 27th (2022) when I found (R51) on the floor, she was on the floor parallel to her bed with her right arm above her head. There was so much blood. I thought she was dead. Her wheelchair was on the other side of the room. It is not left next to her bed. Her bed was not in the lowest position.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 10:00 AM Director of Nursing (DON) B stated, I am still working on (R51's) fall investigation. I talked with therapy, and they said (R51) can use her right leg and arm. I know from the interviews I did for the fall investigation, when her fall occurred, her bed was not in the lowest position.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 10:06 AM, Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A stated, The transfer policy was not completed for R51 on 10/27/2022.
During an observation on 11/2/2022 at 11:10 AM R51 was in her bed with eyes open. She was leaning to right side with her left leg bent up at the knee making her lean to the right.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 11:25 AM Rehab Director HH stated, (R51) has a left side neglect. She can move her left leg but cannot really use her left hand. She can move both of her legs and use her right arm. I had her up walking before her fall.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide an environment that promoted and enhanced resident dignity in 3 (Resident #18, #51, and #28) of 4 residents reviewed for dignity, resulting in the likelihood of feelings of humiliation, embarrassment, and loss of self-worth, and a negative psychosocial outcome for the residents impacting their quality of life.
Findings include:
Resident 18
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #18 was a male, with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body) following cerebral infarction (stroke) affecting left non-dominant side and major depressive disorder.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #18, with a reference date of 9/5/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 9, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #18 was cognitively impaired.
During an observation/interview on 10/30/22 at 10:16 AM, Resident #18 was observed in his room, lying on his bed, directly on the mattress. There were no sheets, no bedspread, and no blanket present. Resident #18 was lying on his right side with his legs bent at the knees, his feet resting on the seat of his wheelchair that was located next to his bed, and with his hands placed between his knees. Resident #18 stated, I'm cold.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 1:21 PM, Resident #18 was observed in his room, lying on his bed, directly on the mattress, and appeared to be asleep. There were no sheets, no bedspread, and no blanket present on the bed. Resident #18's wheelchair was placed away from the bed and was located next to the privacy curtain in the middle of the room. There was a meal tray (that appeared to be lunch), uneaten, on the bedside table next to Resident #18's bed.
During an observation/interview on 10/30/22 at 2:59 PM, Resident #18 was observed in his room standing at the doorway and was noted to have a large wet spot on the front of his sweatpants. Resident #18's bed was observed; there was no sheets, no bespread, and no blanket present. Resident #18 walked out of his room toward Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) D who was at the medication cart directly outside Resident #18's room. RNS D told Resident #18 that a staff member would assist him to change his clothes, escorted Resident #18 back to his room, and yelled for another staff member in the hall to assist Resident #18. RNS D observed Resident #18's bed with surveyor and reported that staff must have stripped (removed the sheets, bedspread, and blanket(s)) Resident #18's bed earlier because he had been incontinent in his bed and the bed linens needed to be changed. At this time, a staff member entered Resident #18's room to assist him with changing his clothes and RNS D and surveyor exited the room.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 3:16 PM, observed Resident #18's room. Resident #18 was not present. Resident #18's bed remained with no sheets, no bespread, and no blanket present.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:18 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported when a resident's bed linens were changed, the soiled linens should be removed and replaced with clean linens as soon as possible in case a resident wanted to lay down. DON B reported a resident should not have to lay on a bare mattress with no sheet, bedspread, or blanket.
Review of the policy Resident Rights updated 9/2022 revealed, Policy: It is the policy of this facility to ensure residents have the right to a dignified existence .
Resident #28
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #28 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #28, with a reference date of 9/19/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #28 was cognitively intact. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #28 required extensive assistance of 1 person for bed mobility, transfers and toileting.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:00 P.M., Resident #28 reported that he was told by the facility that he was not supposed to get out of bed by himself, therefore he presses the buzzer and watches the clock. Resident #28 reported that staff walk back and forth, but they never even stop to see what he needs when his call light is on. Resident #28 reported that it takes 20 minutes to 1 hour before anyone comes in to help and stated .after I have already wet my pants and laid in it, I get help .
R51
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R51 scored 5/15 (cognitively impaired) on her BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status). R51 had clear speech usually making her needs known and understanding others, missing part, or the intent of the message. R51 required limited assistance of one-person for eating. There was no impairment in her arms but did have an impairment in her left hand. Diagnoses included Alzheimer's disease, fracture to left hip, and malnutrition.
During an observation and interview on 11/2/2022 at 8:25 AM R51 was in her bed with eyes open. To her right behind the head of her bed was the bedside table with her breakfast tray. (R51's) roommate was eating her breakfast facing towards R51. R51 had not been assisted with breakfast yet. CNA J was passing and setting up breakfast trays further down the hall. The nurse was farther down the hall passing medications. No other staff was visible on the hall. CNA J stated, I am the only aide on the hall right now. I have the hall to pass trays to and then I will go back to feed (R51). Her roommate has had her breakfast for a while. I do not have any other help.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to perform a resident assessment and obtain a physician order for the self-administration of medication for 1 (R32) of 23 residents reviewed for self-administration of medication resulting in the potential for unsafe self-administration of medications, medication errors, and the mismanagement of medications.
Findings include:
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R32 scored 15/15 on his BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status) required extensive assistance of one person's physical assistance to change positions in bed, with diagnoses that included progressive neurological conditions, heart failure, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, and dementia.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 8:50 AM R32 was awake sitting up in bed. On the bedside table next to him was a medicine cup containing 5 whole pills, 2-blue capsules, 2-white oblong pills, 1-white round tablet, and 2-half white tablets. R32 stated, The nurse brings them in and leaves them. I'll admit I sometimes forget to take them, and they sit there awhile. Can you hand them to me? Leave them there and I hope I remember to take them later.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:55 AM R32 was awake in bed. A medication cup contained the 2-half white tablets. Resident stated, I have not taken my diuretic yet because I'm not in my wheelchair yet. I wait till I'm in my chair (wheelchair) so when the diuretic kicks in I can use the bathroom.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 10:00 AM Director of Nursing (DON) B stated, No resident is to be self-administering medications.
Review of R32s Physicians Orders did not have an order for self-administration of medications.
Review of R32's Medication Administration Record/Treatment Administration Record (MAR/TAR) dated 10/1/2022-10//31/2022 reported documentation indicated the resident received on 10/3/12022 in the morning upon rising, 2-acetaminophen 500 mg tablets, 1-aspirin 81 mg tablet (upon rising 5:00 AM), 1-bumex 1 mg tablet (5:00 AM), 1-pioglitazone 45 mg tablet (upon rising 5:00 AM), and 2-potassium chloride 10 mEq capsules (upon rising).
Review of email received 10/29/2022 at 4:37 PM from Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A reported there were no residents that were able to self-administer medications.
Review of facility policy Self-Administration reviewed 1/2022, reported the interdisciplinary team (IDT) must determine the practice of self-administering medications is clinically appropriate and safe based on individualized resident assessment. A licensed nurse will complete the Self-Administration of Medication observation in the electronic health record. Residents may not exercise the right to self-administer medications until the IDT has determined if the resident is safe to self-administer medications, and which medications may be self-administered.
Review of R32's medical record did not indicate a Self-Administration of Medications observation had been completed.
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure grievances were promptly resolved for 1 of 23 residents (Resident #59) reviewed for grievances, resulting in missing eye glasses, and unmet needs.
Findings include:
Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (one side of body paralyzed) following cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #59, with a reference date of 9/28/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #59 was cognitively impaired.
Review of Resident #59's Care Plan revealed .At Risk for falls .Start date: 6/27/22. INTERVENTIONS: .Keep glasses within reach .
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 09:03 A.M. Resident #59 was sitting up in bed with his breakfast tray in front of him on the table, with food crumbs covering his gown. Resident #59 yelled, What the H*** .what is this! Resident #59 was holding a styrofoam cup of water; the cup was covered and did not have a straw. Resident #59 was also holding a straw and trying to find the hole to put it in the cup of water. Resident #50 stated, .they are supposed to be here to explain everything .I can't even see .they lost my glasses .someone ought to be here .I need help .I don't see anything here to call for help .
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 11:31 A.M., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) M reported that Resident #59 does not need help to eat and stated, .he feeds himself .he used to need help but doesn't anymore . CNA M reported that Resident #59 does not wear eye glasses.
Review of Resident #59's Missing Item Report dated 8/1/22 revealed, Missing glasses .square wire frame. Follow-up Summary: Glasses replaced. Signed by Social Worker (SW) N.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:15 A.M., SW N reported that Resident #59 lost his glasses when he first admitted to the facility and stated, .somewhere down the line they (facility staff) told me that they were replaced .if they are missing again, I didn't know . SW N was not able to find any documentation or inventory record related to Resident #59's eye glasses. SW N then made a call to Family Member (FM) NN to discuss Resident #59's missing eye glasses.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:22 A.M., CNA H reported that he had never seen Resident #59 wearing eye glasses.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:24 A.M., SW N reported that Resident #59 needs to have cataract surgery before he is able to get new glasses, and the FM NN was trying to get the surgery scheduled.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:53 A.M., SW N reported that Resident #59 had now picked out a pair of eye glasses from the lost and found to use and stated, .he thought they were his .
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 12:52 P.M., FM NN reported that the facility had lost Resident #59's glasses when he first admitted and stated, .I made them aware .several people .and they said that they would look .he kept complaining to me about not having his glasses, so I asked them to schedule him to get his eyes checked and get new ones .I never knew if they found them or not .now they are calling me because you are there .
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:26 A.M., Resident #59 reported that somebody found his glasses today and stated, .but it took a long time for them to show up . Resident was wearing wire framed eye glasses.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to accurately complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in 1 of 23 residents (Resident #59) reviewed for accuracy of assessments, resulting in an inaccurate reflection of the resident's status.
Findings include:
Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (one side of body paralysed) following cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #59, with a reference date of 9/28/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #59 was cognitively impaired. Review of Special Treatment and Programs indicated that Resident #59 was not receiving Hospice.
Review of Resident #59's Physician Orders revealed, Admit to (company name omitted) Hospice. Start date 09/16/2022, Open Ended.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:53 A.M., SW N reported that Resident #59 was receiving hospice services.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:39 A.M., MDS Nurse C reported that a significant change MDS assessment was completed for Resident #59 on 9/28/22, due to the resident being admitted to hospice services. After review of Resident #59's MDS assessment dated [DATE], MDS Nurse C reported that the record did not indicate hospice services and stated, .I will have to modify that .
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to review and revise a comprehensive care plan for 1 (Resident #44) of 23 sampled residents reviewed for comprehensive care plan...
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to review and revise a comprehensive care plan for 1 (Resident #44) of 23 sampled residents reviewed for comprehensive care plans, resulting in a care plan that was not reflective of the resident's current needs, goals, and interventions and the potential for unmet physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
Findings include:
Resident #44
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #44 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere subcortical (brain bleed), need for assistance with personal care, gastrostomy status (tube inserted into the stomach to deliver nutrition - a feeding tube), dysphagia (swallowing difficulty), type 2 diabetes mellitus (a condition where the body is not able to properly use sugar from the blood) with hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), and hypertension (high blood pressure).
Review of Resident #44's Dietary Progress Note dated 8/30/22 at 3:30 PM revealed, Tubefeed Review. (Resident #44) is receiving Jevity 1.2 (a tube feeding formula) @ 75 mL/hour (milliliters per hour) x 16 hours = 1200 mL with flushes of 250 ml q (every) 4 hours while pump is running (100 mL) and 30 mL before/after meds (180 mL) which supplies 1200 kcal (calories) 55.5 g (grams) of protein and 807 mL of free water and flushes - 1987 mL/ (Resident #44)'s needs are 1410-1740 kcal using 30 kcals/kg (kilogram) of IBW (ideal body weight) range, protein 57-85 g using 1.2-1.4 g/kg of the same and fluids 1645-2030 using 35 mL/kg of the same. Recommend adding HiCal (high calorie) (a nutritional product) 60 mL BID (two times a day) which will add 476 kcal and 10 g protein which is needed. Then when it is time to reorder her tubefeed, order Jevity 1.5 which will better meet her needs.
Review of a Physician Order for Resident #44 revealed, General Enteral Feeding Formula Jevity Strength 1.5, Flow Rate @ 75 ml/hr X 16 hr Once A Day Daily with a start date of 9/13/2022.
Review of a current Care Plan for Resident #44 revealed a focus of Category: Nutritional Status (Resident #44) is at Nutritional / Hydration risk r/t (related to) receives 100% of nutrition and hydration via peg (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy - feeding tube) tube . with care planned interventions which included Administer tube feeding as ordered Jevity 1.2 480 cc (cubic centimeter - also referred to mL or milliliter) Bolus (a single dose of drug or food given over a short period of time) 3x/day (three times a day) (totaling 1146 mL) w/ (with) 100 cc w/ each bolus before and after with an Approach Start Date of 4/28/20.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 1:50 PM, Registered Dietitian (RD) LL reported there was no follow up by the dietitian after Resident #44's tube feeding orders had been changed and indicated the care plan had not been revised to reflect Resident #44's current tube feeding regimen.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
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 the facility failed to follow professional standards related to physician ord...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to follow professional standards related to physician orders for 1 (Resident #59) of 23 residents reviewed for professional standards of care, resulting in non-licensed staff assessing a residents skin condition, and providing topical medication treatments.
Findings include:
Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (one side of body paralyzed) following cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #59, with a reference date of 9/28/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #59 was cognitively impaired. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #59 required extensive assistance of 2 persons for bed mobility and was completely dependent on staff for bathing.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 11:31 A.M. Resident #59 was lying in his bed, and receiving incontinence care from Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) M. CNA M applied Nyamyc powder (used to treat fungal skin infections) liberally to Resident #59's buttocks. CNA M reported that she only used the powder when she thought that Resident #59 needed it and stated, .like if he is irritated and red . CNA M placed the powder in Resident #59's nightstand drawer and stated, .its been in his room for a long time .
Review of Resident #59's Physician Orders indicated Nystatin powder (used to treat fungal skin infections) was to be applied to abdominal folds daily.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 09:36 A.M., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) L reported that Nystatin (Nyamyc) powder should be applied by the nurse. LPN L removed the Nyamyc powder from Resident #59's room and stated, .this isn't even ours .it's from the hospital . LPN L reported that Resident #59 had orders for the powder, but that there was not a bottle designated to him in the medication cart.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to facility failed to ensuring medication was present to administer to...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to facility failed to ensuring medication was present to administer to resident during scheduled medication administration times in 1 (Resident #20) of 23 residents, resulting in the potential for worsening of clinical diagnoses.
Findings inlcude:
Resident #20:
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #20 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included epilepsy, polyneuropathy, encephalopathy (brain disease with declining ability to reason and concentrate, memory loss, personality change, seizures, and twitching), anxiety, stroke, paralysis affecting right dominant side, and history of falling.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #20, with a reference date of [DATE] revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #20 was severely cognitively intact.
In an interview on [DATE] at 11:56 AM, Resident #20 reported she was concerned with her medications as she reported the facility failed to give her her seizure medication last week. Resident #20 stated, .I take three medications for my seizures and sometimes they run out of them .They are not planning ahead with their ordering .They have run out of my medication before .most recently last week .I can't do without my medicine .
Review of Medication Administration Report (MAR) for [DATE], revealed, .lidocaine (OTC) adhesive patch; medicated; 4%; Amount to Administer: 4%; topical .Upon rising XXX[DATE] .Not Administered: Drug/Item Unavailable Comment: no patch available XXX[DATE] . Not Administered: Drug/Item Unavailable Comment: no patched available XXX[DATE] .Not Administered: Drug/Item Unavailable XXX[DATE] .Not Administered: Drug/Item Unavailable .
Review of Orders dated [DATE], revealed, XXX[DATE] (DC Date) .Lidocaine [OTC] adhesive patch, medicated; 4 %; amt: 4%; topical .At Bedtime; Prior to bed .
In an interview on [DATE] at 11:06 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) K reported the if there was not a lidocaine patch for the resident, I would contact the doctor and inquire on how the doctor would like for me to proceed. RN K stated, .When a nurse looks at medications for the resident it should pop up and let me know if it is due, on time or late. If it is not on my screen, would go the orders and looks for the patch to see if it has expired. If it is still active, I would contact the pharmacy as to why I do not have the medication and have them refill it and send it on the next shipment. If insurance doesn't cover it, I would ask the doctor for recommendations on something else we may have to address not having the lidocaine patch .Or have someone go and pick some up as it is over the counter .
In an interview on [DATE] at 11:15 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported if the medication was an over the counter medication, it was ordered wit the weekly pharmacy order for those medications. [NAME] B reported the facility would be able to purchase the medication at the local pharmacy or store as long as it is okayed by the DON.
Review of Orders dated [DATE], revealed, .Levetiracetam tablet; 1,000 mg; amt: 2,000 mg (2 tabs); oral .Twice A Day; 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM .
Review of Orders dated [DATE], revealed, .Lacosamide - Schedule V tablet; 100 mg; amt: 100 mg; oral .Twice A Day; 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM .
Review of Orders dated [DATE], revealed, .Buspirone tablet; 5 mg; amt: 5 mg; oral .Twice A Day; 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM .
Review of Medication Administration Report (MAR) for [DATE], revealed, .buspirone tablet; 5 mg; Amount to Administer: 5mg; oral .Sun 18 (no entry for date/time) .7:00 PM - 11:00 PM .gabapentin - Schedule V capsule; 300 mg; Amount to Administer: 900 mg (3 tabs); oral .Sun 18 (no entry for date/time) .7:00 PM - 11:00 PM .lacosamide - Schedule V tablet; 100 mg; Amount to Administer: 100 mg; oral .Sun 18 (no entry for date/time) .7:00 PM - 11:00 PM .levetiracetam table; 1,000 mg; Amount to Administer: 2,000 mg (2 tabs); oral .Sun 18 (no entry for date/time) .7:00 PM - 11:00 PM .melatonin tablet; 3 mg; Amount to Administer: 1 tablet; oral .Prior to bed .Sun 18 (no entry for date/time) .Pain Assessment: 0=None, 1-3=mild, 4-6=moderate, 7-10=severe .Sun 18 .Amt (no entry) .3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (no entry) .Weekly Skin Assessment: Once a day on Sun .Evenings .Sun 18 (no entry) .
Review of Progress Notes dated [DATE] at 01:38 PM, revealed, .Contacted pharmacy regarding unavailable Keppra (levetiracetam)- pharmacy stated resident had to contact (Personal Insurance) to opt out of mail order pharmacy. Social worker informed and working on getting the issue resolved. Keppra pulled from back up box this morning to administer ordered dose .
Review of Medication Administration Report (MAR) for [DATE], revealed, .levetiracetam tablet; 1,000 mg; Amount to Administer: 2,000 mg (2 tabs); oral .M (Monday) 24 (day of month) .Scheduled Start Date/Time XXX[DATE] 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM . Not Administered: Drug/Item Unavailable Comment: XXX[DATE] 7:00PM -11:00 PM .Not Administered: Drug/Item Unavailable .
Review of Non-Controlled Substance Ekit Withdrawal Form dated [DATE], revealed, .Withdrawal Date: [DATE] .Time: 1902 PM .Resident Name: (Resident #20) .Item Description: Levetiracetam .Strength: 250 mg .Form: Tab .Quantity: 8 .
In an interview on [DATE] at 12:46 PM, RN X reported she would pull the tag and reorder the medication. RN X reported she would check the backup box and would get the medication from there. RN X stated, .I have been left on the weekends with no medications and hopefully the medication would be in the back up box, if it is, then I would get it from there and sign that I took it out . RN X reported the process would be to contact the doctor and inform them there was no medication and ask them how to proceed with the missed medication and would get authorization at that time to give the medication late, and then you would contact the pharmacy to have them get it to me. RN X stated, .Seizure medication is critical medication .you cannot take it away all the sudden and important to have the pharmacy do a drop shipment . Note: Medications in pill form come in blister packs with each pill in a separate pouch on the pack also indicating what number it is of the pack. Those were located in the medication cart and were counted between each shift of nurses.
In an interview on [DATE] at 11:44 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported medication would be ordered at least three days prior to running out of the medication. DON B stated, .It would be wonderful if they ordered when there was 3 days left and not wait until the last minute . DON B reported the process would be the following; if the medication was a re-order, can just reorder it and it would come on the next shipment at 2/3 o'clock in the morning. If not, the nurse would contact the physician, obtain authorization to pull from the back up box. DON B reported Resident #20 could have seizure activity from not getting her medication.
In an interview on [DATE] at 11:16 AM, DON B reported the nurse would get an order from the doctor, document the doctor's order, why the medication was given late, and would create a progress note which would indicate what happened and the results.
In an interview on [DATE] at 11:48 AM, DON B was queried on the progress note dated [DATE], reported the social worker and business office manager were addressing why the insurance would not cover the medication. DON B reported she would authorize the pharmacy to send the medication and the pharmacy would bill the facility for the levetiracetam to ensure the resident received the medication.
In an interview on [DATE] at 1:31 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reviewed the medication administration report for [DATE], for Resident #20's seizure medication. DON B reported the nurse should have informed her there was not any Levetiracetam for Resident #20. DON B stated, .Especially since it was a Monday, I could have done something to assist with getting the medication .
In an interview on [DATE] at 10:19 AM, Pharmacist RR stated, .There were issues with Resident #20's insurance and she was locked in with another pharmacy and not us .on 9/20 received a one-time override to fill the order .10/14 unable to fill the medication as the one time override had been used and resident was restricted to use another pharmacy .the refill for levetiracetam was not going through the insurance, we tried a bunch of times to refill to see if it would get approved .10/22 the facility contacted us to refill the medication and informed them to call the number on the back of the resident's insurance card to release the restriction .10/26 received authorization from the facility to bill the facility to send out and bill a 7 day supply .The responsible party has to call to have the restriction lifted to use the determined pharmacy, the facility would have to do that on the resident's behalf .
. Health care provider-initiated interventions are dependent nursing interventions, or actions that require an order from a health care provider. The interventions are based on the health care I provider's response to treating or managing a medical diagnosis . As a nurse you intervene by carrying out the health care provider's written and/or verbal orders. Administering a medication/l implementing an invasive procedure (e.g., inserting a Foley catheter, starting an intravenous [IV infusion) and preparing a patient for diagnostic tests are examples of health care provider-initiated! interventions . [NAME], [NAME] A.; [NAME], [NAME] Griffin; Stockert, [NAME]; Hall, [NAME]. Fundamentals.
Review of the Fundamentals of Nursing revealed, If a patient refuses a medication or is undergoing tests or procedures that result in a missed dose, explain the reason that a medication was not given in the nurses' notes .notify the health care provider when a patient misses a dose. Be aware of the effects that missing doses may have on a patient (e.g., with hypertension or diabetes). [NAME], [NAME] A.; [NAME], [NAME] Griffin; Stockert, [NAME], A.; Hall, [NAME]. Fundamentals of Nursing - E-Book |p. 614). Elsevier Health Sciences. Kindle Edition.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide treatment and services to prevent the worsening of a pressure ulcer for 1 (Resident #60) of 3 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers, resulting in the potential for worsening of an Unstageable pressure ulcer on the left heel.
Finding include:
Resident #60
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #60 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: amputation of right leg above the knee. Resident #60 was transferred to the hospital on [DATE] and returned on 10/25/22.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #60, with a reference date of 8/5/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #60 was cognitively intact.
Review of Resident #60's Wound Doctor Visit Note dated 10/27/22 revealed, .HPI (history of present illness): .admitted with a wound to second toe .developed a wound to left lateral heel .developed wound to dorsal (top) portion of left foot. Returned from extended hospital stay since last assessment. Per nursing staff, patient was diagnosed with sepsis (life-threatening condition due to infection) due to staphylococcus (type of bacteria) gangrene (tissue death) of left foot .Wound Assessments: .Wound #2 left, lateral heel is an Unstageable Pressure Injury obscured full thickness skin and tissue loss .The wound is deteriorating .
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 12:33 P.M. Resident #60 was sitting up in bed. Observation of Resident #60's left foot with wounds on second toe, top of foot and heel, all open to air with dried black skin covering all wounds. Resident #60's foot was covered in dry flaky skin. Resident #60 reported that the wound nurse came in last week and wiped something on each of his wounds and stated, .she said she'd be back in a week .nobody else has done anything with them .nothing .I haven't even had a shower . Resident #60 reported that his left leg and foot is all he has, since his right leg had been amputated.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 09:35 A.M., Resident #60 was sitting up in his bed and reported that no one has even stopped in to look at his wounds. Resident #60's left foot was observed further; the heel wound is very large and Resident #60 reported that it causes him a lot of pain.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 02:11 P.M., Resident #60 reported that the nurses come in to give him pills, but they do not touch his foot. Resident #60 reported that he hasn't been able to do therapy because of the wounds on his foot.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 2:19 P.M., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) G reported that she was familiar with Resident #60, but that the CNA's do not do anything with his foot wounds.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 11:15 A.M., Resident #60 reported that no one has looked at his foot or treated his wounds yet and stated, .hopefully the wound doctor will be back this week .
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 11:39 A.M., Unit Manager (UM) F reported that she last saw Resident #60's wounds when she rounded with the wound doctor on 10/27/22. This surveyor requested UM F observe Resident #60's wounds. In Resident #60's room, UM F identified Resident #60's wounds as follows: large black crust on left heel, top of left second toe, top of left foot, and a fluid filled blister on the left 5th toe. UM F was surprised to hear that Resident #60 had not been receiving the Iodine treatments as prescribed by the wound doctor.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 04:24 P.M., Resident #60 reported that no one had been in yet to do treatments on his wounds.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 09:00 A.M., Resident #60 reported that a nurse had wiped something on his wounds finally and stated, .the big one on my heel doesn't feel any better .maybe if they would have put that stuff on there .the other ones feel a little better already .
Review of Resident #60's Treatment Administration Record (TAR) indicated the following treatment for left 2nd toe, left dorsal (top) foot, left lateral fifth toe, and left lateral heel: Cleanse with 0.125% dakins solution (an antiseptic solution used to prevent infection). Paint area with betadine/iodine (to prevent infection) swab daily, may leave OTA (open to air). The order was to be completed (NOC) nightly with a start date of 10/27/22. On 10/27/22 through 10/30/22, the treatments were signed as completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) E. On 10/31/22 the treatments were signed in parenthesis by LPN S, with the explanation of completed on the previous shift.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 09:34 A.M., LPN E reported that she had not taken care of wounds for Resident #60 since he had returned from the hospital last week and stated, .I know he has a sore on the foot .he does need pain meds .
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 10:47 A.M., LPN S reported that she had not completed wound treatments for Resident #60 on 10/31/22 and stated, .I just signed off because the order was still in the computer as not completed, I assumed it had been done on the prior shift and just not signed off .I did not double check with the resident .
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident 17
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #17 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: dependence on su...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident 17
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #17 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: dependence on supplemental oxygen.
Review of a physician order for Resident #17 revealed, Oxygen per Nasal Cannula at 2 liters continuous for resident comfort or Oxygen saturations below 90%, every shift with a start date of 8/9/22 and end date of 10/20/22.
Review of a current physician order for Resident #17 revealed, O2 (oxygen) 4 L (Liters) continuous via nasal cannula. Special Instructions: DX: (diagnosis) SOB (shortness of breath) Every Shift . with a start date of 10/20/22.
Review of a current physician order for Resident #17 revealed, Oxygen tubing to be changed weekly and dated. Clean oxygen filter weekly. Once A Day on Sun . with a start date of 8/9/22.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 12:03 PM, noted Resident #17 seated in her recliner chair in her room. Resident #17 was wearing oxygen. There was medical tape wrapped around the oxygen tubing on 2 places with a date of 10/17/22 written on the tape. The oxygen machine was visibly soiled with dust on the top and sides of the machine and the air inflow area on the back of the machine had moderate buildup of dust on the grates.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 3:04 PM, noted Resident #17 seated in her recliner chair in her room. Resident #17 was wearing oxygen. There was medical tape wrapped around the oxygen tubing on 2 places with a date of 10/17/22 written on the tape. The oxygen machine was visibly soiled with dust on the top and side of the machine and the air inflow area on the back of the machine had moderate buildup of dust on the grates.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 9:26 AM, noted Resident #17 seated in her recliner chair in her room. Resident #17 was wearing oxygen. There was one piece of medical tape wrapped around the oxygen tubing with a date of 10/31/22 written on the tape. The oxygen machine was visibly soiled with dust on the top and side of the machine and the air inflow area on the back of the machine had moderate buildup of dust on the grates.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 8:00 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (Agency) (LPNA) L reported oxygen tubing should be changed weekly. LPNA L stated, They are supposed to put the tape on and date it when it is changed.
In an observation/interview on 11/1/22 beginning at 11:14 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported residents' oxygen tubing was supposed to be changed weekly. DON B reported the nurse was supposed to label and date tape and place it on the tubing to indicate when the tubing had been changed. DON B reported the machine should be wiped down and the filter should be cleaned at that time as well. DON B accompanied surveyor to Resident #17's room. After obtaining permission from Resident #17 to enter the room, DON B and surveyor observed Resident #17's oxygen machine. DON B looked at the dust on the top and sides of the machine and at the air inflow area on the back of the machine with the moderate buildup of dust on the grates and stated, oh yes, I see; that needs to be cleaned.
Based on interview, observation, and record review the facility failed to properly care for and maintain CPAP equipment, oxygen tubing and concentrator filters for 3 residents of 4 sampled residents (Resident #49, #33, and #17) reviewed for respiratory care, from a total sample of 23 residents, resulting in the potential for respiratory infections and exacerbation of respiratory conditions.
Findings include:
Resident #49:
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #49 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included COPD with exacerbation, lack of coordination, need for assistance with personal care, weakness, chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia, and congestive heart failure.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #49, with a reference date of 10/4/2022 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #49 was cognitively intact.
Review of current Care Plan for Resident #49, revised on 4/22/21, revealed the focus, .Resident requires O2 therapy r/t (related to) ARF with hypoxia and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) . with the intervention .Administer O2 therapy as ordered .
Review of Orders dated 4/22/21, revealed, .O2 3 liters per n/c (nasal cannula) as needed for SOB or decreased O2 stats .
Review of Orders dated 4/21/21, revealed, .Change O2 tubing, bubbler, and O2 bag every week and date .Clean O2 filter every week .Once a day on Sun; 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM .
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 12:43 PM, observed an oxygen concentrator in Resident #49's room. Resident #49 was observed to be receiving oxygen via a nasal cannula. The oxygen tubing was not dated.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:24 PM, Resident #49 reported the oxygen tubing only gets changed every couple of weeks and only if a certain nurse was working on Sunday nights. Resident #49 reported the other nurses do not change the tubing or check the concentrator filter.
Review of Medication Administration Record (MAR) for September 2022, revealed, .O2 3 liters per n/c (nasal cannula) for SOB (shortness of breath) or decreased O2 stats .Start Date - End Date: 04/22/21 - Open ended .Frequency: As needed .PRN 1 .Time .PRN Reason .PRN Result . PRN 2 .Time .PRN Reason .PRN Result . PRN 3 .Time .PRN Reason .PRN Result . No results were entered into the MAR indicating resident was receiving Oxygen as a PRN (as needed). Note: No order was written for Resident #49 to have continuous oxygen.
Review of Medication Administration Record (MAR) for October 2022, revealed, .O2 3 liters per n/c (nasal cannula) for SOB (shortness of breath) or decreased O2 stats .Start Date - End Date: 04/22/21 - Open ended .Frequency: As needed .PRN 1 .Time .PRN Reason .PRN Result . PRN 2 .Time .PRN Reason .PRN Result . PRN 3 .Time .PRN Reason .PRN Result . No results were entered into the MAR indicating resident was receiving Oxygen as a PRN (as needed). Note: No order was written for Resident #49 to have continuous oxygen.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 11:06 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) K reported the oxygen tubing was changed every Sunday night shift as well as the bubbler, if the resident has one.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 11:57 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) reported the oxygen tubing was to be changed weekly on Sunday night during the midnight shift. The nurses sign off on the medication administration record they changed the tubing.
Review of the policy, Oxygen Therapy reviewed 1/2022, revealed, .Oxygen will be administered per physician order .Procedure: 1. The licensed nurse must obtain a physician order to administer oxygen therapy .
R33
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R33 scored 15/15 (cognitively intact) on his BIMS (Brief Interview Status), required extensive assistance of two-plus persons to position self in bed, extensive assistance of one-person to dress self, with impairment in both legs, and diagnoses listed on his admission record that included history of acute respiratory disease, need for assistance with personal care, weakness, shortness of breath, obstructive sleep apnea, and morbid (severe) obesity.
Further review of R33's MDS OBRA Annual assessment dated [DATE], Section O - Special Treatments and Programs did not have R33's CPAP use documented.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/2022 at 12:15 PM R33 was sitting up in bed. On a small dresser to the right of resident was a CPAP (Continuous positive airway pressure) machine with the mask lying on table not in a bag or on a barrier. Resident stated, I have to put the distilled water in the machine, put it on and take it off. If the table is here next to me, I can do it, otherwise I need help. No one has mentioned the mask needs to be put in a bag when I'm not wearing it.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:00 AM R33 stated, No one has taken care of my CPAP this morning. Observed resident's CPAP sitting on bedside table with mask lying on top of table not in a bag or a barrier under it.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 2:36 PM R33's CPAP machine was on the table next to bed with mask not in a bag or a barrier under it.
During an observation on 11/1/2022 at 8:32 AM R33's CPAP machine was on the table next to bed with mask not in a bag or a barrier under it.
During an interview on 11/1/2022 at 8:33 AM LPN S stated, CPAP machines and masks are to be cleaned each morning by the nurse and the mask placed on a paper towel to dry. They are not placed in a bag after they are cleaned.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 10:06 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B stated, There is no job duty list for clinical staff. It would be on their job description. Staff would ask someone what they are to do. It is not written out for them. CPAP machines are the nurse's responsibility. Under the resident's TAR (Treatment Administration Record) it should have the machine and mask are to be cleaned weekly with soap and water and placed in a bag daily, for infection control purposes.
Review of R33's Physician Order Summary dated
-11/06/2020 open ended reported, CPAP on at bedtime and when napping .Dx: sleep apnea .
-11/05/2020 open ended reported, CPAP daily cleaning wipe mask with damp cloth, rinse out humidifier, refill with distilled water once a day on days
-11/05/2020 open ended reported, CPAP Monthly cleaning: soak mask, tubing and humidifier in 1 part distilled white vinegar and 2 parts water for 30 minutes then follow weekly cleaning. Once a day on 3rd Sun (Sunday) of the month 02:00 PM-10:00 PM
-11/05/2020 open ended reported, CPAP weekly cleaning: wash mask, headgear with warm water and mild dish detergent, rinse well, air dry. Wipe foam cushion with damp cloth, DO NOT submerse foam in water. Ensure completely dry prior to use. Wash humidifier with water and mild dish detergent, rinse well once a day on Sun (Sunday) 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0726
(Tag F0726)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
This citation pertains to Intake #MI00129305.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) (CNAM and CNA DD), reviewed for competency evaluat...
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This citation pertains to Intake #MI00129305.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) (CNAM and CNA DD), reviewed for competency evaluation, received timely performance and competency assessments to ensure their ability to competently perform their duties resulting in the potential for inadequate and/or unmet resident care needs.
Findings include:
On 10/31/22 at 4:31 PM, Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A was requested to provide employee files to include: Education/Training Certifications and Competency Evaluation documentation for four randomly selected Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA's).
A review of CNA M's Training Hours document submitted to surveyor by NHA A revealed CNA M last completed Clinical Skills Competency on 8/19/21 and Clinical Skills Competency Review on 8/19/21.
A review of CNA DD's Training Hours document submitted to surveyor by NHA A revealed CNA DD last completed Clinical Skills Competency on 6/27/21 and Clinical Skills Competency Review on 8/21/21.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 8:15 AM, NHA A reported did not have competency evaluation documentation for CNA M and CNA DD within the last 12 months.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:18 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported an assessment of competency should be done annually for CNAs to ensure they were
competent enough to work with the residents and know they were able to do so appropriately and adequately. DON B reported it was also a safety issue because the facility needed to know that the staff were able to do their jobs safely when caring for the residents.
In an interview and record review on 11/2/22 at 9:36 AM, surveyor reviewed annual performance evaluation documentation with DON B for CNA M and CNA DD which revealed the following:
Documentation presented by DON B for CNA M, with a hire date of 9/25/18, revealed the last annual performance evaluation was completed on 10/2/20 for this employee.
Documentation presented by DON B for CNA DD, with a hire date of 9/3/14, revealed the last annual performance evaluation was completed on 10/2/21 for this employee.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
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, the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate of less than five pe...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate of less than five percent in 3 of 7 residents (Resident #45, #15, & #220) reviewed for medication administration, resulting in a medication error rate of 8.57% (3 errors from a total of 35 opportunities for error), and the potential for decreased effectiveness of medications and worsening of medical conditions.
Findings include:
Resident # 45
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #45 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: gastroesophageal (path from mouth to stomach) reflux disease (acid reflux).
During an observation of medication administration on 11/01/22 at 08:30 A.M., Resident #45 was eating breakfast in his bedroom. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) L administered Omeprazole (medication used to treat conditions related to the stomach) 20mg along with several other medications to Resident #45. LPN L reported that the 6:00 A.M. medications had not been passed that morning, due to the 3rd shift nurse (LPN E) working by herself from 2:00 A.M. - 6:00 A.M.
Review of Resident #45's Physician Orders indicated Omeprazole 20mg was ordered to be given at 6:00 A.M.
Resident #15
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #15 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hypothyroidism.
During an observation of medication administration on 11/01/22 at 08:39 A.M., LPN L administered Levothyroxine 75 mcg (microgram) pill by mouth to Resident #15. Resident #15 was observed sitting up in bed with his breakfast tray in front of him; Resident #15 had consumed 100% of the meal. LPN L reported that Resident #15's Levothyroxine (thyroid medication) was ordered to be given at 6:00 A.M. and stated, I am giving it now .
Review of Resident #15's Physician Orders indicated Levothyroxine 75 mcg was ordered to be given at 6:00 A.M.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 09:11 A.M., LPN L reported that Levothyroxine was always ordered to be given before breakfast; LPN L was not able to verbalize a reason. LPN L reported that Omeprazole was always ordered before meals to prevent acid reflux. LPN L reported that she did not know if she was supposed to notify the physician about late medications.
Resident #220
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #220 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: Chronic gastric (stomach) ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), and gastritis (inflammation of the stomach).
During an observation of medication administration on 11/01/22 at 09:18 A.M., LPN S was preparing medications for Resident #220 and reported that Omeprazole will not be administered because it is past time and stated, .it was supposed to be given on the last shift . Resident #220 was in her room eating breakfast. LPN S administered the other medications to Resident #220 and then Resident #220 stated, .I gotta watch what I eat .I get acid reflux from that spicy food .
Review of Resident #220's Physician Orders indicated Omeprazole 20mg was ordered to be given at 6:00 A.M.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 10:48 A.M., Unit Manager (UM) F reported that Levothyroxine should be given early in the morning and on an empty stomach.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 11:00 A.M., DON reported that Omeprazole and Levothyroxine must be given before meals, and the physician must be notified of all missed medications. DON reported that she was not aware that 6:00 A.M. medications were not passed as ordered on 11/1/22.
Review of the facility policy General Dose Preparation and Medication Administration last revised 1/1/22 revealed, .Prior to administration of medication, Facility staff should take all measures required by Facility policy and Applicable Law, including, but not limited to the following: Facility staff should: Verify each time a medication is administered that it is the correct medication, at the correct dose, at the correct route, at the correct rate, at the correct time, for the correct resident, as set forth in facility ' s medication administration schedule .
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diag...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (one side of body paralyzed) following cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #59, with a reference date of 9/28/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #59 was cognitively impaired. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #59 required extensive assistance of 2 persons for bed mobility and was completely dependent on staff for bathing.
Review of Resident #59's Care Plan revealed .Alteration in ADL's-self care deficit .Start date: 6/27/22. INTERVENTIONS: .call light to be within reach. 6/27/22 .Status of eating ability: assist of 1 .
At Risk for falls .Start date: 6/27/22. INTERVENTIONS: .Keep glasses within reach .
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 2:33 P.M. Resident #59 was lying in bed. Resident #59's call light was not within reach; the call light was laying on the floor, near the wall in the middle of the room. Resident #59 stated, .I don't know where it is .I can't move my arm very well to look .
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 09:03 A.M. Resident #59 was sitting up in bed with his breakfast tray in front of him on the table, with food crumbs covering his gown. The resident's plate was uncovered, but the drinks were not opened. Resident #59 yelled, What the H*** .what is this! Resident #59 was holding a styrofoam cup of water; the cup was covered and did not have a straw. Resident #59 was also holding a straw and trying to find the hole to put it in the cup of water. Resident #50 stated, .they are supposed to be here to explain everything .I can't even see .they lost my glasses .someone ought to be here .I need help .I don't see anything here to call for help . Resident #59's call light was observed hanging off the side of the bed near the head of bed, pressed tightly between the mattress and the hand rail, and out of reach.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 11:31 A.M., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) M reported that Resident #59 does not need help to eat and stated, .he feeds himself .he used to need help but doesn't anymore . CNA M reported that Resident #59 does not wear glasses.
Review of Resident #59's Missing Item Report dated 8/1/22 revealed, Missing glasses .square wire frame. Follow-up Summary: Glasses replaced. Signed by Social Worker (SW) N.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:15 A.M., SW N reported that Resident #59 lost his glasses when he first admitted to the facility and stated, .somewhere down the line they (facility staff) told me that they were replaced .if they are missing again, I didn't know . SW N was not able to find any documentation or inventory record related to Resident #59's eye glasses. SW N then made a call to Family Member (FM) NN to discuss Resident #59's missing eye glasses.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure access to a call-light for five (5) residents (R2, R21, R23, R51, and R59) of 23 residents reviewed for call-light placement, resulting in the inability to call for assistance and the potential for unmet care needs.
Findings include:
R2
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R2 scored 7/15 on her BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status), had clear speech making her needs known, understood others, experienced impaired vision, required extensive assistance of one-person for bed mobility, dressing, and toileting. Transfers require extensive assistance of two-persons physical assistance. Impairment on left side of lower extremity. Frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder, with diagnoses that include heart failure, anxiety, depression, manic depression bipolar, and schizophrenia.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 8:45 AM R2 was partially sitting up in bed leaning to her right-side eating breakfast. Resident was trying to get top off cereal bowl stating, I need help getting this open. Call light was not in sight and found on floor under resident's bed. The cord had a slice in it exposing wires. The cord was sticky and had dried brown substances on it. R2 stated, I cannot ask for help if I do not have my call light.
R21
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R21 scored 15/15 on his BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status), had clear speech making his needs known, understood others, required extensive physical assistance of two-plus persons for bed mobility, had impairment on his left upper side, and both lower legs had been amputated. Diagnoses included heart failure, diabetes, and anxiety/depression.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 10:23 AM R21 was in bed watching television. Under the bed on the floor was his call light. R21 stated, I do not have any legs. I have to ask for help to do things. I use the call light when I have it.
R23
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated , 8/16/2022, R23 scored 9/15 (moderately cognitively impaired), had clear speech usually making her needs known, usually understood others, dependent on others to move in bed and transfer between surfaces, received hospice services, with diagnoses that included heart failure, renal disease, dementia, and Parkinson's disease.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 2:40 PM R23 was in bed watching television. Observed call light to be over the back of the head of the bed out of sight and reach of resident. Resident stated, If I needed help, I would call (referring to the call light) but I do not know where it is.
R51
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 10:14 AM R51 was in bed moaning in pain. Her call light was on the floor under her bed. Registered Nurse (RN) X entered the room to perform care. RN X moved the call light from under her feet with her foot. RN X did not place the call light within the resident's reach room when she exited the room.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop a comprehensive, person-centered care plan fo...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop a comprehensive, person-centered care plan for 6 of 23 residents (Resident #63, #45, #35, #49, #59, #18) reviewed for care plan development and implementation. This deficient practice resulted in the potential for unmet care needs, and/or inappropriate resident care and services.
Findings include:
A review of a facility provided List of Residents that Smoke revealed resident (#63, #45, #35, #49) were active smokers. During an observation on 10/30/22 at 10:30am, each of the residents listed were observed smoking outdoors with a staff member present.
Resident #63
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #63 was a [AGE] year-old male, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included: major depressive disorder (persistent depressed mood), and schizophrenia (mental disorder characterized by a disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness and social interactions).
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 10:40am, Social Worker (SW) N, reported they (SW N) had completed a Smoking Assessment for Resident #63 and that he had been deemed to need supervision while smoking.
A review of Resident #63's current Care Plan revealed no care planned focus/goals/approaches related to Resident #63's smoking.
Resident #45
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #45 was a [AGE] year-old male, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: suicidal ideation (thinking about or planning suicide), major depressive disorder, hemiplegia paralysis of one side of the body), and hemiparesis (muscle weakness of one side of the body) following cerebral infarction (stroke) affecting right dominant side.
A review of Smoking Assessment for Resident #45, dated 5/2/22, completed by SW N, revealed Resident #45 was determined to be an unsafe smoker.
A review of Resident #45's current Care Plan, conducted on 11/1/22 at 10:32 AM, revealed no care planned focus/goals/approaches related to Resident #45's smoking.
Resident #35
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #35 was a [AGE] year-old female, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: morbid obesity, chronic pain, major depressive disorder, suicidal ideation, auditory and visual hallucinations (false perception of sounds or objects).
A review of a Smoking Assessment for Resident #35, dated 6/1/22, revealed Resident #35 was determined to be an unsafe smoker.
A review of Resident #35's current Care Plan, conducted on 11/2/22 at 8:53am, revealed no care planned focus/goals/approaches related to Resident #35's smoking.
Resident #49
A review of a Fact Sheet revealed Resident #49 was a [AGE] year-old female, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included: unspecified abnormalities of gait (manner of walking) and mobility, unspecified lack of coordination, morbid obesity, and major depressive disorder.
A review of a Smoking Assessment for Resident #49, dated 10/17/22 revealed the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) determined the resident required supervision while smoking.
A review of Resident #49's current Care Plan conducted on 11/2/22 at 8:44am, revealed no care planned focus/goals/approaches related to Resident #49's smoking.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 10:40am, SW N reported residents who need supervision with smoking should have a care plan to address their needs. SW N reported that the lack of a care plan could result in the resident not receiving the supervision and/or interventions needed to remain safe while smoking. SW N confirmed that Resident's # 63, #45, #35, and #49 did not have a care plan for smoking at the time of this interview.
Resident #18
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #18 was a male, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included: iron deficiency anemia, acute kidney failure, hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat in the blood), high blood pressure, hemiplegia and hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body) following cerebral infarction (stroke) affecting left non-dominant side, type 2 diabetes mellitus (a condition where the body is not able to properly use sugar from the blood), and major depressive disorder.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #18, with a reference date of 9/5/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 9, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #18 was cognitively impaired.
Review of a physician order for Resident #18 revealed, Dietary order: mech (mechanical) soft with thin liquids with a start date of 9/1/22.
A review of Resident #18's current Care Plan revealed no care planned focus/goal/intervention for nutrition.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 2:12 PM, Registered Dietitian (RD) LL reported that a care plan for nutrition had not been initiated for Resident #18 but should have been.
Review of a policy, Residents At Nutritional Risk Policy revised 4/21 revealed, POLICY: Any resident identified as being at nutritional risk will have a problem of Alteration in Nutrition identified on the care plan .The following criteria will be used to help identify nutritionally at risk residents .11. Difficulty swallowing/chewing .13. Mental problems: Alzheimer's, dementia, depression, anxiety disorders .17. Has a diagnosis such as kidney disease .
Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (one side of body paralyzed) following cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #59, with a reference date of 9/28/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #59 was cognitively impaired. Review of Special Treatment and Programs indicated that Resident #59 was not receiving Hospice.
Review of Resident #59's Care Plan revealed, no care plan related to hospice.
Review of Resident #59's Physician Orders revealed, Admit to (company name omitted) Hospice. Start date 09/16/2022, Open Ended.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:53 A.M., SW N reported that Resident #59 was receiving hospice services.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:39 A.M., MDS Nurse C reported that a significant change MDS was completed for Resident #59 on 9/28/22 due to the resident being admitted to hospice services. After review of Resident #59's MDS dated [DATE], MDS Nurse C reported that the record did not indicate hospice services and stated, .I will have to modify that . MDS Nurse C reported that Resident #59 did not have a hospice care plan in place.
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #45
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #45 was a [AGE] year old male, originally admitted to the facility on [D...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #45
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #45 was a [AGE] year old male, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnose including: need for assistance with personal care, adult failure to thrive, suicidal ideations (thinking about or planning suicide), major depressive disorder (persistently depressed mood), hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body) and hemiparesis (muscle weakness of one side of body) following a cerebral infarction (stroke) affecting right dominant side.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident # 45, with a reference date of 7/28/22, revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident # 45 was cognitively intact. Further review of Resident #45's MDS assessment revealed Resident # 45 required moderate assistance (helper does less than half the effort. Helper lifts, holds, or supports trunk or limbs, but provides less than half the effort) with bathing.
Review of Resident # 45's current Care Plan revealed a problem of Alteration in ADLs (activities of daily living) self-care deficit with care planned interventions which included Resident's bathing choice is showers at any time, approach start date 11/3/2021.
During an interview on 10/30/22 at 10:49 AM, Resident #45 reported he hadn't had a bath or shower in a month and was itchy. Resident #45 reported he felt grimy and stated I don't like to smell bad. I worry I stink.
A review of a shower schedule provided by the facility revealed Resident #45 was scheduled to be assisted with bathing on Sunday and Thursday of each week.
On 11/01/22 at 9:22 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B was requested to provide evidence of Resident #45's showers for the last 2 months - 9/2022 and 10/2022 (which provided 15 shower opportunities based on Resident #45's shower schedule). DON B reported resident showers were documented on shower sheets and that there was a stack in the office that had not been scanned into the computer yet but would provide copies to surveyor.
On 11/1/22 at 2:20 PM, DON B provided surveyor with one shower sheet dated 9/7/22 as evidence of showers Resident #45 received for the period 9/2022 - 10/2022. Director of Nursing (DON) B confirmed that no other shower records were available for Resident #45 (indicating Resident #45 had not received 14 of his 15 scheduled showers).
Resident 14
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #14 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body) following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage affecting right dominant side, need for assistance with personal care, and major depressive disorder.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #14, with a reference date of 7/26/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #14 was cognitively intact. Further review of Resident #14's MDS assessment revealed Resident #14 required one-person, physical assistance with bathing.
Review of Resident #14's current Care Plan revealed a focus of Alteration in ADLs (activities of daily living) . with care planned interventions which included Resident's bathing choice showers in the AM (morning) no approach start date.
Review of a current Shower Schedule revealed Resident #14's scheduled shower days (based on room) were Sunday morning and Wednesday morning.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:32 PM, Resident #14 reported did not get showers as scheduled. Resident #14 stated, This past Sunday came and went, and they told me they could not give me a shower. Their explanation is that they are short on help.
On 11/01/22 at 9:22 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B was requested to provide evidence of Resident #14's showers for the last 2 months - 9/2022 and 10/2022 (which provided 17 shower opportunities based on Resident #14's shower schedule). DON B reported resident showers were documented on shower sheets and that there was a stack in the office that had not been scanned into the computer yet but would provide copies to surveyor.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 10:02 AM, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) M reported when a resident was given a shower or a bath, it was documented on the shower sheet and then given to the nurse to have them look at it, sign it, and turn it in to the Director of Nursing. CNA M reported didn't always have time to give residents their showers.
On 11/1/22 at 2:20 PM, DON B provided surveyor with copies of 6 shower sheets dated 8/3/22, 8/11/22, 8/14/22, 8/24/22, 8/31/22, and 10/19/22 as evidence of Resident #14's showers for the last 2 months and reported there was no others. (Note that the 10/19/22 shower sheet was the only one that fell within the time frame requested and provided evidence of 1 out of 17 shower opportunities that Resident #14 should have received during 9/2022 and 10/2022).
A review of Resident #14's shower sheet dated 8/14/22 revealed the following handwritten notation, No shower - washed self up in bathroom - short staffed 3 aides.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:00 AM, Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) K reported a lot of times the residents may not get their showers but the aides try their best. RNS K reported residents complained about not getting their scheduled showers to them.
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 6/21/22 at 2:20 PM revealed one resident reported, I haven't had a shower in three weeks .
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 9/22/22 at 2:00 PM revealed one resident reported, I haven't been getting my showers all the time .
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 10/20/22 at 2:30 PM revealed one resident reported, We don't always get our showers on time .
Resident #47
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #47 was a male, with pertinent diagnoses which included: dysphagia (swallowing difficulty), need for assistance with personal care, feeding difficulties, major depressive disorder, and history of hypernatremia (high level of sodium in the blood).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #47, with a reference date of 8/18/22 revealed resident was assessed by staff for Cognitive Skills for Daily Decision Making as Severely impaired. Further review revealed Resident #47 had a functional status of one-person extensive assistance for Eating (how resident eats and drinks, regardless of skill).
Review of Resident #47's current Care Plan revealed a focus of Nutritional Status (Resident #47) is at Nutritional / Hydration risk . with care planned interventions that included Encourage fluids at bedside and with activities . With an Approach Start Date of 2/13/22.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 9:47 AM in Resident #47's room, noted Resident #47 was lying on his bed on his back with his eyes open. Resident #47 was nonverbal. There was a catheter urine collection bag hanging from the left side of Resident #47's bed; the bag was 2/3 filled with dark, [NAME] colored urine. Resident #47's bedside table was pushed up against the closet and there was a large foam cup with red liquid, approximately 3/4 full, dated 10/25/22 on the table. There were no other beverages present.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 9:00 AM in Resident #47's room, noted Resident #47 was lying on his right side on his bed and appeared to be asleep. Resident #47's bedside table was pushed up against the closet and there was a large foam cup with red liquid, approximately 3/4 full, dated 10/25/22 on the table. There were no other beverages present.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 11:26 AM in Resident #47's room, noted Resident #47 was lying on his right side on his bed and appeared to be asleep. Resident #47's bedside table was pushed up against the closet and there was a large foam cup with red liquid, approximately 3/4 full, dated 10/25/22 on the table. There were no other beverages present.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 10:02 AM, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) M reported water should be offered to residents who required assistance with eating/drinking every time you go into their room to provide care because they could not do it for themselves. CNA M reported Resident #47 drank a lot of water and his water was kept on his bedside table so staff could offer it him every time care was provided. CNA M reported residents should be provided with fresh water every shift.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:18 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported fresh water should be passed to residents every shift. DON B reported water, should be present at bedside for every resident, whether they were able to drink it themselves or not, because the water should be available for staff to offer to the resident when they go in and give cares.
This citation pertains to intake #MI00131849.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure activities of daily living (ADL) care and assistance were provided per resident preference were consistently provided for 15 of 15 residents (Resident #20, #42, #21, #2, #23, #51, #33, #52, #58. #59, #60, #219, #14, #47, and #45) reviewed for activities of daily living from a sample of 23 residents, resulting in unmet personal hygiene needs with the potential for isolation, psychosocial harm, skin breakdown, harboring infection, and decreased self-esteem outcomes for residents who were dependent on staff for assistance.
Findings include:
According to [NAME], [NAME] A.; [NAME], [NAME] Griffin; Stockert, [NAME]; Hall, [NAME]. Fundamentals of Nursing - E-Book (Kindle Locations 50742-50744). Elsevier Health Sciences. Kindle Edition.Personal hygiene affects patient's comfort, safety, and well-being. Hygiene care included cleaning and grooming activities that maintain personal body cleanliness and appearance. Personal hygiene activities which as taking a bath or shower and brushing and flossing the teeth also promote comfort and relaxation foster a positive self-image, promote healthy skin, and help prevent infection and disease .
Resident #20:
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #20 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included epilepsy, polyneuropathy, encephalopathy, anxiety, stroke, paralysis affecting right dominant side, and history of falling.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #20, with a reference date of 8/24/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #20 was severely cognitively intact.
Review of a MDS Assessment for Resident #20, with a reference date of 8/24/22, revealed, .Transfer: Extensive Assistance, one person physical assist .Functional Limitation in Range of Motion .B. Lower extremity .Impairment on one side Bathing: 3. Physical help in part of bathing activity .One person physical assist .
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 11:56 AM, Resident #20 reported she had not had a shower for three weeks .They are short of help, and they are not helping her and she is not getting them at all .Not even washed up in the mornings .I had one last week but the three weeks in a row prior to that I didn't get a shower .
Review of the Shower Schedule document, Resident #20 was scheduled for showers during the day on Mondays and Thursdays.
Review of Skin Monitoring - CNA/STNA Shower Review for Resident #20 revealed, of 29 opportunities from 7/25 to 10/31 for her to receive a shower. Resident #20 received a shower 8 times during that period of time.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 9:52 AM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) J stated, .(Resident #20) loves showers and does not refuse showers but she was not a morning person and doesn't like them first thing in the morning . CNA J reported Resident #20 preferred to receive showers in the afternoon.
Resident #42
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #42 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included fracture of right humerus, stroke, history of falling, kidney disease, dementia, heart failure, and degenerative arthritis of the spine.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #42, with a reference date of 10/2/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 5 out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #42 was severely cognitively impaired.
Review of a MDS Assessment for Resident #42, with a reference date of 10/2/22, revealed, .Functional Limitation in Range of Motion .B. Upper extremity .Impairment on one side . Transfer: Extensive Assistance, one-person physical assist .Bathing: 3. Physical help in part of bathing activity .One-person physical assist .
Review of the Shower Schedule document, Resident #42 was scheduled for showers during the day on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Review of Skin Monitoring - CNA/STNA Shower Review for Resident #42 revealed, of 29 opportunities from 7/25 to 10/31 for her to receive a shower. Resident #42 received a shower 8 times during that period of time.
11/02/22 10:53 AM not getting showers/bath based on the docuemtns resident unable to interview and give information.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 12:33 PM, CNA EE reported the shower skin sheets were completed every time when a resident had a shower. CNA EE reported the staff would note on the document if the resident refused, had a sore or bruise, with the number, if it was old or new one, and if it was open or closed. CNA EE reported the completed shower skin sheets were given to the nurse to review and sign.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 12:26 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) X reported when the CNAs were finished with a resident's shower they would complete the shower sheet document and submit them to the nurses for review and signature. LPN X reported when a resident refused a shower the nurse would be notified as go to find out why they were refusing the shower and reapproach the resident. LPN X reported if the resident still refused the shower, this would be documented and the reason as to why if one was given. LPN X reported the CNAs would not be able to leave until the nurses have signed the document and then they would be placed in the Director of Nursing's box. Resident #52
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #52 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #52 with a reference date of 9/16/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #52 was cognitively intact. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #52 required physical help in part of the bathing activity.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 08:51 A.M., Family Member (FM) OO reported that Resident #52 did not receive showers when she resided in the facility.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 03:56 P.M., DON reported that Resident #52 had not had any shower/baths recorded during her stay.
Resident #58
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #58 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: fracture of left femur (upper leg).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #58, with a reference date of 9/8/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 12, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #58 was cognitively moderately impaired. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #58 required supervision and set up assistance with personal hygiene, and physical assistance in part of bathing.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 02:15 P.M. Resident #58 was laying in his bed and noted to have long fingernails with brown substance underneath them. Resident #58 reported that he was supposed to have gotten a shower yesterday or the day before but has not had one yet and stated, .my nails need to be cut and cleaned .they have grown quite a bit .my toes need to be cut too .
During an observation and interview on 11/02/22 at 08:22 A.M. Resident #58 was sitting up in bed eating his breakfast. Resident #58's fingernails were observed still very long jagged and dirty. Resident #58 stated, .they need to be cut and cleaned .
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 08:33 A.M., CNA M reported that fingernails should be checked everyday and cut when they need to be and stated, .they are required to be done on shower days .
Review of Shower Schedule revealed Resident #58 was on the schedule for Tuesdays and Fridays on the evening shift.
Resident #59
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #59 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (one side of body paralyzed) following cerebral infarction (stroke).
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #59, with a reference date of 9/28/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #59 was cognitively impaired. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #59 required extensive assistance of 1 person for eating.
Review of Resident #59's Care Plan revealed .Alteration in ADL's-self care deficit .Start date: 6/27/22. INTERVENTIONS: .Status of eating ability: assist of 1 .
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 02:33 P.M. Resident #59 was lying in his bed, wearing a facility gown, his hair was unkept, was with full facial hair and bushy eyebrows. Resident #59 reported that he needed a shave and that he wasn't sure where all of his clothes went.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 09:03 A.M. Resident #59 was sitting up in bed with his breakfast tray in front of him on the table, with food crumbs covering his gown. Resident #59 yelled, What the H*** .what is this! Resident #59 was holding a styrofoam cup of water; the cup was covered and did not have a straw. Resident #59 was also holding a straw and trying to find the hole to put it in the cup of water. Resident #50 stated, .they are supposed to be here to explain everything .I can't even see .they lost my glasses .someone ought to be here .I need help .I don't see anything here to call for help .
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 11:31 A.M., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) M reported that Resident #59 does not need help to eat and stated, .he feeds himself .he used to need help but doesn't anymore .
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 12:52 P.M., FM NN reported that the facility had lost Resident #59's glasses when he first admitted and that he has trouble getting help with his meals. FM NN reported that Resident #59 prefers to be dressed in a shirt, to be clean shaven, with short hair and eyebrows and stated, .I ask them to cut it .they say they can't .I brought my dog clippers from home and did it myself .
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:39 A.M., MDS Nurse C reported that Resident #59 required extensive assistance of 1 person for eating and stated, .meaning actually a person feeding him .sometimes if we set it up and get him positioned just right he may be able to feed himself .
Resident #60
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #60 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: amputation of right left above the knee. Resident #60 was transferred to the hospital on [DATE] and returned on 10/25/22.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #60, with a reference date of 8/5/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #60 was cognitively intact. Review of the Functional Status revealed that Resident #60 required physical help in part of bathing.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:33 P.M., Resident #60 reported that he had not had a shower since he got back from the hospital on [DATE] and doesn't remember having one before that either.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 2:19 P.M., CNA G reported that she normally was assigned to Resident #60's hall, but had not ever given Resident #60 a shower and stated, .he just got back from the hospital .
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 11:39 A.M., Resident #60 reported that he had still not been offered a shower.
Review of the Shower Schedule indicated Resident #60 was scheduled on Sunday and Friday during the day shift.
Review of Resident #60's Shower Sheets revealed 1 documented shower on 8/15/22.
Resident #219
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #219 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: Cerebral infarction (stroke), affecting dominant right side of body, urinary retention and Aphasia (a language disorder that effects ability to communicate caused by stroke.) MDS assessment was not available for Resident #219 due to recent admission.
Review of Resident #219's Care Plan revealed, Resident is a new admission to the facility and in need of nursing care services. Problem Start Date: 10/16/22. INTERVENTIONS: .ADL needs: Bed mobility: x2 assist, Eating: x1 assist, Toileting: foley catheter x1 assist, Transfers: full lift x2, Personal Hygiene: x1 assist .Bathing: x1 assist .
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 09:40 A.M. Resident #219's call light was on. Upon entering Resident #219's room there was a strong odor of feces. Resident #219 appeared frustrated, shaking his head and pointing to his open incontinence brief, the feces on his hands and fingernails, and the hair on the back side of his head that had a sticky substance in it. Resident #219 reported that his call light had been on for 3 hours and when asked if his buttocks hurt stated, Yes, Yes, Yes! Resident #219 was not able to clearly vocalize his concerns, due to aphasia.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 09:47 A.M., LPN S reported that Resident #219's call light has been on a long time and stated, .I have been in there twice .he doesn't need anything . This surveyor notified LPN S of Resident #219's current situation. LPN S reported that she would tell a CNA that Resident #219 needed assistance. At 9:53 A.M. CNA DD entered Resident #219's room with linens.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 10:08 A.M., Resident #219 reported that he liked showers opposed to bed baths, but had not been offered a shower since he admitted to the facility a week ago.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 09:13 A.M. Resident #219's call light was on. Resident #219 was observed still with dirty hair, fingernails and feces on his hand. Resident #219 was wearing a red shirt and reported that staff said that he would have a shower later that day.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 02:20 P.M., CNA J reported that there was a shower schedule at the nurses station, and that with each shower a skin sheet is completed and nails are cleaned and cut if needed. CNA J reported that last week was short staffed and they were not able to do showers.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 02:25 P.M., CNA G reported that she had not given Resident #219 a shower since he admitted and stated, .I give him a bed bath .he refuses the shower .nails are part of a bed bath and we complete a skin check sheet too .
During an observation and interview on 11/01/22 at 10:55 A.M. Resident #219 was wearing the same red shirt as the day before. Resident #219's hair was a mess and still dirty on the back side of his head, fingernails were still dirty. Resident #219 reported that he had not gotten a shower yesterday as expected and stated, Yeah! to wanting a shower.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 10:58 A.M., CNA G reported that she had been in Resident #219's room twice that morning, she had cleaned his nails in the past, but not today, and she was not sure if he was scheduled for a shower.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 03:56 P.M., DON reported that Resident #219 did not have any showers or baths recorded, and there were no Shower Sheets for the resident .
R21
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R21 scored 15/15 on his BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status), had clear speech making his needs known, understood others, required extensive physical assistance of two-plus persons for bed mobility, had impairment on his left upper side (shoulder), and both lower legs had been amputated. Diagnoses included heart failure, diabetes, and anxiety/depression.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 8:50 AM, R21 was awake in bed wearing a hospital gown with a towel under it over left shoulder. Resident stated, I'm waiting for my breakfast.
During an interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:50 AM R21 was supine in bed in a hospital gown with towel tucked under it over left shoulder.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 10:23 AM R21 was in bed watching television. A plastic drinking mug was across the room on a shelf. R21 stated, I do not have any legs. I have to ask for help to do things. I like to drink water and drink a lot of it. I do not have any water right now and would like to drink some now. Resident was wearing a hospital gown that had dried food on the front of it. Under the gown over the left shoulder was a towel. Resident's sheets and pillowcase were stained with various colors of dried substances.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 2:29 PM R21 was watching television in his room. On bedside table accessible to him was a plastic mug partially filled with water. R21 stated, I like to drink water. I have not had any fresh water today. Resident was dressed in a hospital gown that was stained and malodorous with towel tucked under it over left shoulder. Resident's sheets and pillowcase were stained with various colors of dried substances.
R2
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R2 scored 7/15 (moderately cognitively impaired) on her BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status), had clear speech making needs known, understood others, experienced impaired vision, required extensive assistance of one-person for bed mobility, dressing, and toileting. Transfers require extensive assistance of two-persons physical assistance. Left side impairment of lower extremity, with diagnoses that included heart failure, anxiety, depression, manic depression bipolar, and schizophrenia.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 11:50 AM on table behind resident were 3 plastic drinking cups. A plastic cup with a pink liquid, a plastic cup with 1/4 clear liquid and straw, and a plastic cup with 1/3 clear liquid.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 8:45 AM R2 was supine in bed eating. On the table behind her were the same 3 plastic cups that were there the day before. R2 stated, I cannot drink them if they are not within my reach. They (referring to staff) put things up there and then forget that I need them. I get thirsty a lot.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/22 at 2:55 PM the table behind R23 held the same drinks as previously observed. Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A brought resident 2 cups of orange sherbet. NHA observed the partially filled cups behind resident and stated, I thought those cups were from today. I did not know they had been there for a few days. They should be disposed of, made accessible to resident when fresh, and the resident should have fresh drinks.
R23
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated , 8/16/2022, R23 scored 9/15 (moderately cognitively impaired), had clear speech usually making her needs known, usually understood others, dependent on others to move in bed and transfer between surfaces, received hospice services, with diagnoses that included heart failure, renal disease, dementia, and Parkinson's disease.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:40 AM R23 was supine in bed with eyes open. Observed two plastic water mugs in front of resident on the bedside table. R23 stated, The stuff in there is stale. I'd like something fresh to drink. Resident gave Surveyor permission to open both mugs observing a light greenish-yellow liquid at the bottom.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:58 AM R23 was in bed with two plastic drinking mugs on the bedside table in front of her. Both mugs had little to no water in them. Resident stated, I like to drink water and wish someone would come give me more water.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 2:40 PM R23 was lying in bed awake watching television. On bedside table accessible to her were the 2-plastic mug with no water in either one. Resident stated, I like to drink water, but I've not had any today. No one has brought me any. Observed at 2:45 PM Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) H brought resident fresh water in a Styrofoam cup with straw. Resident immediately drank many mouthfuls of water. CNA stated, Water should be passed every shift.
R51
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R51 scored 5/15 (cognitively impaired) on her BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status). R51 had clear speech usually making her needs known and understanding others but missing part or the intent of the message. Required extensive physical assistance of one person for bed mobility. Totally dependent on two-plus persons for transfers. R51 required limited assistance of one-person for eating. Diagnoses included Alzheimer's disease, fracture to left hip, malnutrition, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 10:14 AM R51 bedside table was at the foot of her bed holding three drinking glasses: a glass of prune juice, a glass of orange juice, a glass of water, and one Styrofoam cup with a lid. The table was not within the resident's reach.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 3:09 PM R51's bed was at angle away from the wall on her left side. At the foot of her bed was the bedside table with a Styrofoam drinking cup. The bedside table and drinking cup were out of reach of the resident.
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CONCERN
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Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
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Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #45
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #45 was a [AGE] year-old male, originally admitted to the facility on [D...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #45
A review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #45 was a [AGE] year-old male, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE], with pertinent diagnoses which included: adult failure to thrive (syndrome of weight loss, decreased appetite and poor nutrition and inactivity, often accompanied by dehydration, depressive symptoms, impaired immune function and low cholesterol) , suicidal ideation (thinking about or planning suicide), major depressive disorder (persistent depressed mood), hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body), and hemiparesis (muscle weakness of one side of the body) following cerebral infarction (stroke) affecting right dominant side.
A review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident # 45, with a reference date of 7/28/22, revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident # 45 was cognitively intact.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 11:03am, Resident #45 reported frustration related to receiving ground meats during meals. Resident #45 stated I won't touch ground meat and I told the dietitian, but they never followed up.
A review of current physician order for Resident #45 revealed, Diet order Mechanical Soft renal diet with thin liquids, with a start date of 11/03/2021.
A review of a dietary Progress Note, signed by Registered Dietitian (RD) LL, dated 3/16/22 at 2:09pm, revealed, Discussed with Resident #45 request for regular diet instead of mechanical soft. Requested (Resident #45) be evaluated by Speech Therapist for an upgrade to regular, so he can receive his meals the way he prefers.
In an interview with the Rehabilitation Director HH,11/01/22 09:23 AM, it was revealed that Resident #45 underwent a bedside swallow evaluation on 3/16/22, recommendation for soft diet was continued.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 02:34PM, RD LL reported they last saw Resident #45 on 3/16/22 and referred the resident for a bedside swallow screening for possible upgrade of diet at that time because the resident voiced dissatisfaction with a mechanical soft diet. RD LL reported they were unaware of the result of the bedside swallow screening for Resident #45 or if it had occurred. RD LL reported had not seen or assessed Resident #45 since 3/16/22 and reported a quarterly assessment must have gotten missed.
A review of Resident #45's medical record revealed Resident #45 had no subsequent follow-up from the registered dietitian or other qualified nutrition professional to address his dissatisfaction with his mechanically altered diet.
A review of Resident #45's food acceptance record dated 10/9/22-10/30/22 revealed they ate 50% or less during 10 out of 12 meals.
A review of Resident #45's food acceptance record dated 10/9/22-10/30/22 revealed they ate 50% or less during 10 out of 12 meals.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure timely and consistent nutrition/hydration status assessment, monitoring, or reassessment in 5 of (Residents #18, #37, #44,#42, and #45) of 10 residents reviewed for nutritional care and services, resulting in unassessed nutritional status following admission (Resident #18), inadequate monitoring and reassessment of a resident following significant weight loss (Resident #37), inadequate monitoring and reassessment of a tube fed resident (Resident #44), inconsistent monitoring and follow-up of residents deemed to be at nutritional / hydration risk (Resident #42, and #45), and the potential for unidentified weight loss, nutritional status decline, and unmet nutritional needs for all residents.
Findings include:
Resident #18
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #18 was a male, originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included: iron deficiency anemia, acute kidney failure, hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat in the blood), high blood pressure, hemiplegia and hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body) following cerebral infarction (stroke) affecting left non-dominant side, type 2 diabetes mellitus (a condition where the body is not able to properly use sugar from the blood), and major depressive disorder.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #18, with a reference date of 9/5/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 9, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #18 was cognitively impaired.
On 11/1/22 at 1:57 PM, a review of Resident #18's medical record revealed no documentation of nutritional assessment or monitoring by a qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional since admission on [DATE].
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 2:12 PM, Registered Dietitian (RD) LL was requested to provide evidence of nutritional care and services provided to Resident #18 by a qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional since his admission on [DATE]. RD LL reviewed Resident #18's medical record and reported Resident #18's nutritional status/needs had not been assessed, and that he got missed, there is nothing on him. RD LL reported Resident #18's nutritional status should have been assessed on admission.
Review of the policy Nutritional Assessment last revised 7/2016 revealed, POLICY: A nutritional assessment will be completed on all residents within 5-14 days of admission .Such evaluation will provide a timely and uniform evaluation of the resident's nutritional status and adequacy of the resident's current diet .
Resident 37
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #37 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: dysphagia (swallowing difficulty), feeding difficulties, and dementia.
Review of a current Care Plan for Resident #37 revealed a focus of Category: Nutritional Status (Resident #37) is at Nutritional / Hydration risk r/t (related to) dementia, A-Fib (atrial fibrillation), chronic back pain, cardiomegaly, hypothyroid, patient chooses not to eat meals at times, Alzheimer's Disease (a form of dementia), COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), osteoporosis, and dementia, refuses to eat at times, significant weight loss with pertinent interventions which included Monitor meal intake and record, RD to review prn (as needed) with Approach Start Dates of 11/14/2018.
Review of Resident #37's Vital Report - Weight was conducted on 10/31/22 at 2:18 PM, and revealed the following pertinent weights:
10/27/22 at 9:02 AM - Weight: 110.8 lbs (pounds)
9/21/22 at 10:02 AM - Weight: 108.4 lbs (8.75% weight loss in 90 days when compared to 6/9/22 weight of 118.8 lbs = significant)
8/4/22 at 11:51 AM - Weight: 113.6 lbs
7/13/22 at 1:17 PM - Weight: 117.8 lbs
6/9/22 at 12:26 PM - Weight 118.8 lbs
5/2/22 at 11:00 AM - Weight 121.8 lbs
Review of Resident #37's NP (Nurse Practitioner) Progress Note dated 9/22/22 revealed, .Chief Complaint decreased oral intake .Patient is seen today in her room due to concerns of decreased oral intake. Patient is observed sitting in her room and in not acute distress. Nursing staff report that patient has a tendency to refuse meals. Patient does have a history of dementia and its very likely that she is declining. Patient is dependent with all adls (activities of daily living). No reports of fever, pain, nausea and vomiting .ASSESSMENTS AND PLANS .Will obtain labwork. Refer to hospice.
Resident #37's medical record was reviewed for the period 10/1/21 to 10/31/22 for evidence of timely, ongoing nutritional assessment and monitoring by a qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional. There was a total of one (1) Dietary Progress Note dated 10/1/21 at 1:04 PM and no nutritional assessment or reassessment documentation found for the same period reviewed.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 1:43 PM, Registered Dietitian (RD) LL was requested to provide evidence of on-going nutritional assessment and monitoring for Resident #37. RD LL reported knew had a conversation about Resident #37's weight loss recently because Resident #37 was just added for weekly weights. RD LL reported did not put a note in the computer because saw the Dietary Progress Note in the computer for Resident #37 dated 10/1/21 and thought it was for this year (2022). RD LL stated I see now it was written in 2021. RD LL reported hadn't written any dietary progress notes for Resident #37 since the note 10/1/21. RD LL reviewed Resident #37's medical record for evidence of nutrition assessments for the period 10/1/21 to 10/31/22 and stated, I don't have any assessments in there for her.
Resident 44
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #44 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere subcortical (brain bleed), need for assistance with personal care, gastrostomy status (tube inserted into the stomach to deliver nutrition - a feeding tube), dysphagia (swallowing difficulty), type 2 diabetes mellitus (a condition where the body is not able to properly use sugar from the blood) with hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), and hypertension (high blood pressure).
Review of a current Care Plan for Resident #44 revealed a focus of Category: Nutritional Status (Resident #44) is at Nutritional / Hydration risk r/t (related to) receives 100% of nutrition and hydration via peg (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy - feeding tube) tube r/t: Downs Syndrome, CVA (stroke), DM (diabetes mellitus), Epilepsy, Malignant Neoplasm of Brain (cancerous tumor on the brain), altered labs, Moderately Obese BMI (body mass index) (greater than) 35, impaired cognition with care planned interventions which included . RD (registered dietitian) to review PRN (as needed) with an approach start date of 4/28/20.
Review of Resident #44's Dietary Progress Note dated 8/30/22 at 3:30 PM revealed, Tubefeed Review. (Resident #44) is receiving Jevity 1.2 (a tube feeding formula) @ 75 mL/hour (milliliters per hour) x 16 hours = 1200 mL with flushes of 250 ml q (every) 4 hours while pump is running (100 mL) and 30 mL before/after meds (180 mL) which supplies 1200 kcal (calories) 55.5 g (grams) of protein and 807 mL of free water and flushes - 1987 mL/ (Resident #44)'s needs are 1410-1740 kcal using 30 kcals/kg (kilogram) of IBW (ideal body weight) range, protein 57-85 g using 1.2-1.4 g/kg of the same and fluids 1645-2030 using 35 mL/kg of the same. Recommend adding HiCal (high calorie) (a nutritional product) 60 mL BID (two times a day) which will add 476 kcal and 10 g protein which is needed. Then when it is time to reorder her tubefeed, order Jevity 1.5 which will better meet her needs.
Review of a Physician Order for Resident #44 revealed, General Enteral Feeding Formula Jevity Strength 1.5, Flow Rate @ 75 ml/hr X 16 hr Once A Day Daily with a start date of 9/13/2022.
Resident #44's medical record was reviewed for the period 10/1/21 to 10/31/22 for evidence of consistent, ongoing nutritional assessment and monitoring by a qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional. There was a total of three (3) Dietary Progress Notes dated 10/1/21, 7/7/22, and 8/30/22 and one Quarterly Dietary Review dated 10/7/21 found. There was no evidence of follow-up by qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional following change of tube feeding formula on 9/13/22.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 1:50 PM, Registered Dietitian (RD) LL reported a resident who received enteral (tube) feeding was supposed to be seen by the registered dietitian monthly because of increased nutritional risk. RD LL reported when a new dietary recommendation was made, the dietitian would need to follow up and make sure the new recommendation was implemented for and tolerated by the resident. RD LL reported monthly monitoring of a tube fed resident's nutritional status would be documented in a monthly dietary progress note. RD LL reported scheduled nutritional status assessments (which were an annual assessment and 3 quarterly assessments) would be documented on an annual (also called initial - referring to the name of form) dietary assessment, or a quarterly dietary review assessment respectively. RD LL reviewed Resident #44's medical record and reported nutrition monitoring/follow-up had been completed on 10/2021, 7/2022, and 8/2022 but not monthly, that there was no documentation of follow up by the dietitian after Resident #44's tube feeding had been changed on 9/13/22, and that there had been no nutritional re-assessments done in 2022 by the dietitian or other qualified nutritional professional for Resident #44. RD LL reported had been trying to do their best to keep up but something must have gotten missed.
Resident #42:
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #42 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included fracture of right humerus, pneumonia, stroke, history of falling, kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, and dementia.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #42, with a reference date of 10/2/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 5 out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #42 was severely cognitively impaired.
Review of current Care Plan for Resident #42, revised on 7/4/22, revealed the focus, .(Resident #42) is a nutritional/hydration risk r/t (related to fracture, pneumonia, falls, atherosclerosis, dementia, HTN, hyperlipidemia, kidney disease stage 3, hx TIA .receives mechanically altered diet, (10/10/22) has had significant weight loss . with the intervention .Assist with meals as needed .Diet as ordered: mechanical soft with thin liquids .Honor food preferences within acceptable dietary limits for resident's quality of life concerns .Offer substitutes if consumes less than 50% of meal .Monitor meal intake and record .Weigh weekly x4 then every month and/or PRN, notify Dr. of significant change .
Review of Orders dated 7/4/22, revealed, .Diet: mechanical soft and thin liquids .
Review of Orders dated 7/13/22, revealed, .Med Pass 90 ml PO (by mouth) BID (two times per day) between meals .07:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM .
Review of Orders dated 7/13/22, revealed, .Mighty shake TID (three times per day) with meals .Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner .
Review of Orders dated 10/10/22, revealed, .Mighty shake BID with meals .Breakfast and Dinner .07:00 AM - 09:00 AM .05:00 PM - 07:00 PM .
Review of Orders dated 10/10/22, revealed, .Super Shake (Mighty Shake mixed with Magic Cup) at lunch .
Review of Vitals - Weights in the medical record on 11/2/22 revealed, .Weight: 151.8 lbs / Routine .BMI: 27.76 (Director of Nursing (DON) B) 07/13/2022 12:20 PM .
Review of Vitals - Weights in the medical record on 11/2/22 revealed, .Weight: 151.7 lbs / Routine .BMI: 27.74 .(Registered Dietician #LL) 07/19/2022 03:45 PM .
Review of Vitals - Weights in the medical record on 11/2/22 revealed, .Weight: 110.8 lbs / Routine .BMI: 20.26 .(Registered Dietician #LL) 09/21/2022 10:39 AM .
Review of Vitals - Weights in the medical record on 11/2/22 revealed, .Weight: 112.8 lbs / Routine .BMI: 20.63 .(Dietary Manager #BB) 10/06/2022 10:18 AM .
Review of Vitals - Weights in the medical record on 11/2/22 revealed, .Weight: 119.8 lbs / Routine .BMI: 21.91 .(Registered Dietician #LL) 10/15/2022 04:52 PM .
Review of admission Nutritional History dated 7/18/22, revealed, .What is your weight? 151.8 .What is your usual weight? .140-145 .
Review of Initial Nutritional Assessment dated 07/13/2022 at 10:26 AM, revealed, .Mini nutrition assessment .Score: 7.0000 .Level: Malnurished .How many full meals does the resident eat daily? 0-1 meals .Consumes two or more servings of fruit or vegetables per day .No .% PO (by mouth) Intake (approximate) 0-14% .24-49% . (Resident #42) is on a Mechanical Soft diet that she eats with assist 1-25% in most cases. Her BMI is 26.51 using the hospital weight of 6/30. Her estimated needs are 1500 kcal using 30 kcal/kg of IBW, protein 40-65 g using 0.8-1.3 g/kg fluids 1500 mL using 30 mL/kg of the same. She also triggered for malnutrition because of her very poor intake, dementia diagnosis. Recommend Mighty Shakes TID with meals and MedPass 90 mL BID between meals. Will monitor .
Review of Quarterly Dietary Review dated 10/10/22 at 1:06 PM, revealed, .List any abnormal labs .Hgb: 8.3 documented in physician note 10/6 .(Resident #42) is on a Mechanical Soft diet that she eats 75-100% for most all meals that she eats with assist. Her BMI is now 20.63 with a weight loss of 25.7% since 7/13. Her estimated needs are 1500 kcal using 30 kcal/kg of IBW, protein 40-65 g using 0.8-1.3 g/kg of the same and fluids 1500 mL using 30 mL/kg of the same. She is also on Mighty Shakes TID and HiCal 90 mL BID. These together supply 1017 kcal and 33 g of protein. Unsure as to whether she is drinking them. Recommend a Super Shake (Mighty Shake mixed with Magic Cup) at lunch instead of a Mighty Shake and see if she accepts it .
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 2:26 PM, Registered Dietician (RD) LL reported between July and August she was not receiving the requested weights for the residents. RD LL reported she requested weights for residents from the Director of Nursing, Administrator, her boss, and Regional Nurse. RD LL reported she had visited the facility on 8/18 and 8/30 but did not request weights for the resident on those dates. RD LL reported in September she requested the reweight immediately for weight loss and reported she didn't receive it. RD LL reported starting in October she was to get weekly weights but still not getting weekly weights.
In an interview on 11/01/22 at 2:19 PM, RD LL reported the CNAs completed the resident's weights. The facility had one person who was assigned to complete the weights. I completed a quarterly review on Resident #42 on 10/10/22 .I found that her hemoglobin was low and she had significant weight loss .I print the weights as often as I can when I came to the main office .usually more than once a month .the facility was to send a weekly weight list for those residents monitoring .When there is a new admission the weights were completed weekly times 4 weeks, then I go from there, if there was a weight issue then they may continue with the weekly weights .
Note: Requested notes and documentation of requests from the Registered Dietician LL and did not receive them prior to exit.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 2:15 AM, Administrator A reported the facility was aware of the issue of obtaining weights for residents and they discussed making changes to ensure weights for residents were taken and documented.
This writer requested Resident #42's weights taken from time of admission to 11/2/22 and did not receive the requested information prior to exit from facility.
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** In a confidential group resident meeting held on 10/31/22 at 2:00 pm in the facility's activity room, 6 of 11 residents in atten...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** In a confidential group resident meeting held on 10/31/22 at 2:00 pm in the facility's activity room, 6 of 11 residents in attendance reported missing showers as a result of a lack of sufficient nursing staffing, 11 of 11 residents agreed that the staffing issues were worse on the weekends, one resident reported the entire building had 2 certified nurse aides and 2 nurses for all three shifts on Saturday, 10/29/22, and one resident reported seeing a resident put their call light on to request a glass of water, and after seeing the call light go unanswered for an hour and a half, delivered a glass of water to the resident in need themselves.
This citation pertains to Intake #s: MI00129303 and MI00129305.
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide sufficient staffing to care for resident needs for 5 (Resident #14, #23, #33, #54, and #4) of 23 sampled residents and residents who participated in the confidential group interview, resulting in unmet resident needs, long call light wait times, and the potential for decline in physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for all residents who reside in the facility.
Findings include:
Resident 14
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #14 was a female, with pertinent diagnoses which included: hemiplegia and hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body) following nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage affecting right dominant side, need for assistance with personal care, and major depressive disorder.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #14, with a reference date of 7/26/22 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 14, out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #14 was cognitively intact.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:32 PM, Resident #14 reported did not get showers as scheduled. Resident #14 stated, This past Sunday came and went, and they told me they could not give me a shower. Their explanation is that they are short on help.
Review of the Resident Council Minutes dated 5/24/22 at 1:55 PM revealed, .seems like our call light (sic) are on forever before they get answered .
Review of the Resident Council Minutes dated 6/21/22 at 2:20 PM revealed, .I haven't had a shower in three weeks .
Review of the Resident Council Minutes dated 8/18/22 at 2:40 PM revealed, .CNAs seem to be slow at answering lights . and .I was left in bed til (until) noon .
Review of the Resident Council Minutes dated 9/22/22 at 2:00 PM revealed, .I haven't been getting my showers all the time .
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 10/20/22 at 2:30 PM revealed, .Can I get up before 11 am . and .We don't always get our showers on time .
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 11:53 AM, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) CC reported had arrived to work at 6:00 AM and there were 3 CNAs and 2 Nurses for the entire building. CNA CC reported when staffing was that low, it was very difficult to get everything done. CNA CC reported it was not possible to answer call lights in a timely fashion and that the residents got upset because staff had to rush and could not spend time with them and were unable to do everything the residents had asked them to assist with.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 10:02 AM, CNA M reported didn't always have time to complete ADL (activities of daily living) care with their assigned residents. CNA M reported there was not enough staff to meet the resident needs.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 11:37 AM, CNA/Scheduler (CNAS) V reported staffing was not good currently. CNAS reported there should be 6 CNAs and 3 nurses scheduled for first shift, 6 CNAs and 3 nurses scheduled for second shift, 5 CNAs and 2 nurses scheduled for third shift. CNAS reported this has not been happening and gave the example that only 3 CNAs and 2 nurses had been scheduled for first shift on 10/30/22. CNAS reported there have been times on the weekends when there had been 2 CNAs scheduled for first shift for the entire building. CNAS reported, in general, there were not enough CNAs scheduled, especially on the weekends, to meet the needs of the residents. CNAs reported the facility had plenty of nurse coverage because agency nurses were used, but agency CNAs were not used and there was not enough facility CNAs to cover the staffing needs every shift.
In an interview on 11/1/22 at 12:20 PM, Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A reported did not currently use CNA agency staff because they were not dependable. NHA A reported knew there were staffing concerns, especially with CNA staff, but that they were working on it. NHA A reported had initiated pick up bonuses for nursing and CNAs but that recently some staff had been off because they were suspended and other staff had been off because they were ill, and that contributed to why they were having difficulty getting people to work.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:00 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) K reported there was generally enough nurses to but not enough CNAs to care for the residents. RN K reported there had been times on the weekends and sometimes evenings when there were only 3 CNAs on first and second shift and sometimes only 2 CNAs at night for the whole building. RN K stated, that is not enough to get everything done and reported residents had complained to them about call light wait times, showers not getting done, and meal trays not being passed on time. RN K stated, aides try their best but that there just was not enough of them.
In an interview on 11/2/22 at 8:18 AM, Director of Nursing reported staffing levels were based on the resident census and acuity but that, in reality, it was difficult to achieve the staffing that was needed and sometimes it didn't work out.
1. Review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Form 672 (Resident Census and Conditions of Residents) submitted for review on 10/30/22 indicated a census of 68. The form revealed 56 residents were dependent on staff for bathing; 61 residents were dependent on staff for dressing; and 59 residents were dependent on staff for toilet use.
.There is a positive correlation between direct patient care provided by an RN (Registered Nurse) and positive patient outcomes, reduced complication rates, and a more rapid return of the patient to an optimal functional status .Research also correlates poor staffing with missed nursing assessments and missed nursing care . [NAME], [NAME] A.; [NAME], [NAME] Griffin; Stockert, [NAME]; Hall, [NAME]. Fundamentals of Nursing, Tenth Edition - E-Book (Kindle Location 1265 of 76897). Elsevier Health Sciences.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 10:20 AM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) DD reported there were only 3 CNAs on today to take care of the residents. CNA DD reported there were only two CNAs on second shift the day before (Saturday, 10/29/22)
In an interivew on 10/30/22 at 10:24 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) E reported she had been working since 7:00 PM with only two nurses scheduled.
Resident #54:
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #54 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included hip fracture, anxiety, depression, neuropathy, tremor, stroke, and limited range of motion.
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 10:37 AM, Resident #54 stated, .I am looking out for her (Resident #51) and I turned on the call light when she fell. Resident #54 stated, .It took staff 30 minutes to respond .They don't have enough staff now too, and they keep admitting people and not enough staff to take care of us .
Resident #4:
Review of a Face Sheet revealed Resident #4 was a female with pertinent diagnoses which included anemia, heart disease, diabetes, vertebra fracture, pain, rib fractures, and history of falling.
Review of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #4, with a reference date of 8/3/2022 revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 15 out of a total possible score of 15, which indicated Resident #4 was cognitively intact.
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:06 PM, Resident #4 reported the facility was short staffed, Resident #4 stated, .They do what they can, they are so rushed through to get things done don't always get me cleaned up like I should be, they did help me up and got me dressed today .I am trying to make my bed so the CNA wouldn't have to do it . (Resident #4 was seated in her wheelchair leaning over and trying to straighten the blankets out).
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:24 PM, Resident #49 stated, .What the other residents are saying about staffing is true, they are sort staffed, I am glad that I can do things for myself and not been totally dependent on them to take care of me .definitely short staffed .
In an interview on 10/30/22 at 12:16 PM, Resident #50 stated, .They are not staffed very well .Thankfully I am not dependent on them to do too much for me .
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 9:15 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) E was at the medication cart at the beginning of the 400 hall by room [ROOM NUMBER]. LPN was prepping for a resident. Behind her by the nursing station was a meal cart filled with meal trays. The call light was on for room [ROOM NUMBER]. LPN E stated, I am working over from the night shift waiting form my replacement. I worked last night as the CNA and the nurse for the 400 and 100 hall. Right now, there are two nurses and 3 CNAs for 68 residents. Residents are having to wait a long time for call lights to be answered. Meal trays should be passed by now, but the CNA on my hall is doing resident cares.
R23
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R23 scored 9/15 (moderately cognitively impaired) on her BIMS (Brief Interview Mental Status), was totally dependent on two-plus persons for physical assistance to move in bed, with diagnoses that included, coronary heart disease, heart failure, dementia, and Parkinson's disease. R23 was receiving hospice services.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/2022 at 9:30 AM R23 was on her back in bed calling out for help. The head of her bed was lower than the foot of her bed. The call light and bed controls were on the floor under the bed. R23 stated, I need the nurse. I do not know where the call light is. I need help. No staff in the hall to assist resident.
During an interview on 10/30/2022 at 9:55 AM Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) I stated, There are only 3 CNAs and 2 nurses in the building right now. I am assigned to the 400 halls with 6 of the residents needing 2-person transfer. When one of those residents needs to be transferred, I have to go find another staff that can help me. The facility is short staffed, and it takes a while to get to all the residents on this hall out of bed or back in bed by myself.
R33
According to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], R33 scored 15/15 (cognitively intact) on his BIMS (Brief Interview Status), required extensive assistance of two-plus persons to position self in bed, extensive assistance of one-person to dress self, with impairment in both legs, and diagnoses listed on his admission record that included history of acute respiratory disease, diabetes mellitus, wounds on legs and bottom, weakness, shortness of breath, obstructive sleep apnea, and morbid (severe) obesity.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/2022 at 12:15 PM R33 was sitting up in bed wearing only a brief. R33 stated, I like to be up out of bed by 7 AM. I'm not up today because there are only 3 CNAs in the building with one on this hall. I need 2 persons to transfer me with the Hoyer (mechanical lift) and my CNA does not have any help today. Last night there were only 2 CNAs in the building. I put my call light at 8 PM to be put on the bedside commode from my wheelchair. Around 9:30 PM two staff came in and put me on the commode. I put the call light on again around 9:50 PM to have them come get me off the commode. I knew I'd be waiting for a while for them to come help me. At 10:00 PM, the CNA came in and said she had no one to help her transfer me and would have to wait until 3rd shift comes in. At about 10:10 PM CNA P came in to help me. She was not sure when another staff would be able to come assist her with me. I was still on the commode. She had never transferred me before. I am to be a 2-person transfer. I'm a large person. I told her how to hook me up and transfer me from the commode to my bed. She finally got me transferred. She did the transfer by herself. I was to have a wound on my bottom changed last night. The nurse was to come in at 11 PM to change it. I called for her and she told me she would be in to do the dressing change in a 1/2 hour. At 11:30 PM she had not come in. I called her and she told me she was too busy and not enough help. Finally, about 2:30-3:30 this morning the dressing change was done.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/2022 at 12:15 PM R33 stated, From mid-August (2022) to about 2-3 weeks I never got a shower. I was only given a bed bath during that time because I need two staff to transfer me, and it takes a while to give me a shower. The staff did not have time to have two staff off the floor to give me showers. I did get a shower about 2-3 weeks ago and then nothing since then; only a bed bath. Today is my shower day. I'd like to have a shower but there is not enough staffing. My legs are to be wrapped by the CNA and they are not done yet. Observed wraps on wheelchair. R33 showed Surveyor legs which were bright red from knees to toes. CNA I entered the room, donned gloves and emptied the urinal on bedside table. CNA then began to gather supplies and run water to give resident a bed bath. CNA I stated, There is only me on this hall today and the other CNAs are busy with their residents. I do not have the help to transfer (R33) to the shower room today. I've not had the help to transfer (R33) to his wheelchair this morning. R33 stated, (CNA I) has a bad shoulder and cannot help me transfer. The other CNAs are too busy with their residents and the nurses are not going to leave their med (medication) carts to come help.
Review of R33's Physician Order Summary reported start date 5/5/2022 shower weekly per resident request once a day on Mon (Monday) Thur (Thursday) 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Call to 11/01/22 at 4:00 PM to CNA P with no answer and not able to leave message.
Call on 11/2/2022 at 9:34 AM to CNA P. Number did not ring. Request of Administrator to have staff call surveyor. No return from CNA P by survey exit 11/2/2022.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 10:06 AM Director of Nursing (DON) B stated, There has to be always two staff to transfer with a mechanical Hoyer for safety.
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview the facility failed to properly clean, and store items, in one of three shower rooms. These conditions resulted in an increased likelihood of residents being dissati...
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Based on observation and interview the facility failed to properly clean, and store items, in one of three shower rooms. These conditions resulted in an increased likelihood of residents being dissatisfied with their showers, while increasing the risk of contamination and infection for residents who use the 400 hall shower room.
Findings include:
During an observation of the 400 hall shower room, at 10:15 AM on 10/31/22, an interview with CNA G found that she was preparing the shower room for a resident. Observation of the shower room floor found numerous black and brown dried pieces of matter spread out on the shower floor. Upon closer evaluation, the dried pieces appear to be dried bowel movement. At this time the shower floor was dry and had no signs that staff had used the shower today.
An interview with Housekeeper U, at 10:18 AM on 10/31/22, found that housekeepers will perform one deep clean a day on the shower rooms and that CNA's should be performing general cleaning in between residents. When ask if the shower room had been cleaned yet today, Housekeeper U stated, not yet.
Further review of the 400 hall shower room, at 10:20 AM on 10/31/22, found germicidal disinfectant stored on the same shelf in the shower cabinet as hygiene products such as shampoo and body wash, along with a bag of sweet bbq potato chips. It was also noted that cleaning products in the cabinet were stored over sanitary items such as vinyl gloves.
A follow up tour to the 400 hall shower, at 1:40 PM on 10/31/22, found the shower floor with numerous black and brown pieces, but it was clear staff had used this room as water was now visible on the shower floor.
CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to: 1. Maintain general cleanliness of the facility; 2. Properly date and discard potentially hazardous foods; 3. Thoroughly clea...
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Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to: 1. Maintain general cleanliness of the facility; 2. Properly date and discard potentially hazardous foods; 3. Thoroughly clean food and non-food contact surfaces; 4. Use sanitizer in the proper concentration; and 5. Replace or repair equipment in poor condition. These conditions resulted in an increased risk of contaminated foods and an increased risk of food borne illness that affected 68 residents who consume food from the kitchen.
Findings Include:
1.
During the initial tour of the kitchen, starting at 9:25 AM on 10/30/22, observation of the walk-in cooler found an increased accumulation of dust and debris on the fan grates of the compressor.
During a tour of the facility, at 11:37 AM on 10/30/22, it was observed that one of the exhaust ventilation grates in the main kitchen was covered in dust and debris, and was situated over a preparation table. When asked who usually cleans the exhaust ventilation in the kitchen, Dietary Manager (DM) BB, stated that maintenance usually cleans the grates.
According to the 2013 FDA Food Code section 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. (A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
2.
During the initial tour of the kitchen, starting at 9:25 AM on 10/30/22, it was observed that in the walk-in cooler, a container of thickened cranberry cocktail was open and dated 9/19. When asked if the date was an open or receive by date, DM BB stated it was a received by date, but it should still be dated for when it was opened, so I am going to toss it. A review of the manufacturer's instructions state the item is good for 7 days after opening. Further review of the walk-in cooler found a couple boxes of mighty shakes, that are good for 14 days once thawed. The boxes of mighty shakes were dated with receive by dates, but not dated for when the product was thawed.
A revisit to the walk-in cooler with DM BB, at 9:45 AM on 10/30/22, found a container of sour cream opened and half gone. When asked how long the product is good for once its opened, DM BB stated that its usually six days, but there is no open date on this so I will toss it.
During an interview with DM BB, at 10:20 AM on 10/30/22, found that the night cooks are supposed to stock and go through the resident pantry refrigerators nightly or at least every other night.
During a tour of the break room, at 10:32 AM on 10/30/22, a refrigeration unit that is used to house facility snacks and resident food brought in from outside sources was found in the corner of the room. Observation on the front of the refrigeration unit found posted signed stating Items not dated properly and items without names will be discarded per our policy. Review of the refrigeration unit found the following: An open container of sweet and sour mix with a manufactures date stating Best Before May 28, 2022, an open container of liquid coffee creamer with a manufactures use by date of 8-27-22, a plastic bag with a container of Chinese takeout with no name or date, an open container of sliced honey ham with no name or date, a facility container with pudding that has no name or date, a facility container with diced tomatoes with mold looking fuzz on the product with an un-legible date, a container of Veggie Soup with a residents name and date of 8-27, and a Tupperware container of fried potatoes with no name or date. All items were discarded by DM BB at this time.
According to the 2013 FDA Food Code section 3-501.17 Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. (A) Except when PACKAGING FOOD using a REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING method as specified under § 3-502.12, and except as specified in (E) and (F) of this section, refrigerated, READY-TO -EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and held in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 5ºC (41ºF) or less for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1 .
According to the 2013 FDA Food Code section 3-501.18 Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. (A) A FOOD specified in 3-501.17(A) or (B) shall be discarded if it: (1) Exceeds the temperature and time combination specified in 3-501.17(A), except time that the product is frozen; (2) Is in a container or PACKAGE that does not bear a date or day; or (3) Is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds a temperature and time combination as specified in 3-501.17(A) .
3.
During the initial tour of the kitchen, at 9:35 AM on 10/30/22, an interview with [NAME] W found that the standup mixer gets used once or twice a month. Observation of the mixer found the bowl covered in tin foil, with dried food debris over the bowl and stuck to the underside of the mixer arm. When ask about the cleaning of the mixer, DM BB stated we would like to get rid of it.
During a tour of the Bunny Patch, at 10:48 AM on 10/30/22, it was observed that the refrigeration unit shown accumulation of crumb and staining in and on portions of the fridge and freezer. It was also noted that there was no light in the refrigeration unit or the freezer, which would allow staff to better easily see and clean debris accumulation.
According to the 2013 FDA Food Code section 4-601.11 Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. (A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch. (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
4.
During the initial tour of the kitchen, at 9:50 AM on 10/30/22, an interview with DM BB found that the quaternary ammonium sanitizer buckets should be in a concentration of 150-400 parts per million (ppm). After testing the sanitizer bucket in the dish room, with the facilities QT-40 Hydrion test strips, it was found that the concentration was well over the 500 ppm maximum on the test strips. When asked if the sanitizer bucket was filled at the pre-dispense from the sink, Dietary Aid AA stated that she made it by hand and didn't use the pre-dispense. To ensure the pre-dispense unit was working properly, the sanitizer was tested again using the pre dispense unit, and it was found to be 300 parts per million.
According to the 2013 FDA Food Code section 7-204.11 Sanitizers, Criteria. Chemical SANITIZERS, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to FOOD-CONTACT SURFACEs shall: (A) Meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions), or (B) Meet the requirements as specified in 40 CFR 180.2020 Pesticide Chemicals Not Requiring a Tolerance or Exemption from Tolerance-Non-food determinations.
5.
During a tour of the break room, at 10:32 AM on 10/30/22, it was observed that the residential style microwave, next to the resident fridge, was found with chipping on the surface of the inside seems.
During a tour of the kitchen, at 11:30 AM on 10/30/22, it was observed that the microwave inside of the kitchen was found to have excessive chipping and peeling on the inside top portion of the equipment.
During a revisit to the bunny patch, at 1:58 PM on 10/31/22, it was observed that the residential style microwave on the counter was found to have chipping and peeling surfaces on the inside of the unit.
According to the 2013 FDA Food Code section 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2.
CONCERN
(F)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0882
(Tag F0882)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Infection Preventionist completed specialized training in infection prevention and control, resulting in the potential for knowl...
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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Infection Preventionist completed specialized training in infection prevention and control, resulting in the potential for knowledge deficits pertaining to current infection prevention and control standards and infectious disease outbreaks in a vulnerable population of 68 residents.
Findings include:
Review of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Form #20054 Infection Prevention, Control and Immunizations, dated 10/26/2022, revealed that facilities are required to designate at least one qualified Infection Preventionist who completed specialized training prior to assuming the role of Infection Preventionist and that evidence of completion of this specialized training must be available.
During an interview on 10/30/2022 at 10:05 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) D stated, I am not the Infection Control Preventionist (ICP). I am a floor nurse.
During an interview on 11/02/22 at 10:39 AM Director of Nursing (DON) B stated, (RN D) is not doing the ICP job. I do not have a certificate. The nurse we are training for the position of Infection Control Preventionist does not have a certificate. The Regional Nurse has a certificate and comes in the facility weekly.
During an interview on 11/2/2022 at 12:02 PM Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) A stated, The regional nurse is not ICP certified. The nurse that is training for the position nor the DON have their ICP certifications.
CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** room [ROOM NUMBER]
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 9:36 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the base of a feeding tube pole wa...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** room [ROOM NUMBER]
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 9:36 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the base of a feeding tube pole was soiled with dust and two spots (the size of a quarter and the size of a dime) of white/brown liquid that appeared to be dried tube feeding formula.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 8:04 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the base of a feeding tube pole was soiled with dust and two spots (the size of a quarter and the size of a dime) of white/brown liquid that appeared to be dried tube feeding formula.
During an observation on 11/01/22 at 7:55 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the base of a feeding tube pole was soiled with dust and two spots (the size of a quarter and the size of a dime) of white/brown liquid that appeared to be dried tube feeding formula.
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During an observation on 10/30/22 at 9:59 AM in the bathroom of room [ROOM NUMBER], noted a dried brown drippage approximately 1 cm (centimeters) in length on the left side of the outside tank of the toilet. There was dried brown drippage on the back of the toilet seat near where the seat attached at the hinge. In the bedroom portion of room [ROOM NUMBER], there were multiple gouges in and scuff marks on the wall at the head of residents' bed.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 10:19 AM in the bathroom of room [ROOM NUMBER], noted a dried brown drippage approximately 1 cm (centimeters) in length on the left side of the outside tank of the toilet. There was dried brown drippage on the back of the toilet seat near where the seat attached at the hinge. In the bedroom portion of room [ROOM NUMBER], there were multiple gouges in and scuff marks on the wall at the head of residents' bed.
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During an observation on 10/30/22 at 10:19 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted 1 missing and 1 broken slat in the vertical blinds in the bedroom window. Noted a buildup of cobwebs in the corners of the window and a buildup of dust and debris in the window frame. Noted multiple broken tile pieces of flooring in the entryway of the room. The bedroom door had multiple gashes near the bottom on the side of the door near the hinges.
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During an observation on 10/30/22 at 10:35 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the bedroom door had multiple gashes near the bottom on the side of the door near the hinges. Noted vertical blinds with missing and broken slats. Noted multiple opened sugar packets with sugar spillage on the windowsill.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 10:24 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted multiple opened sugar packets with sugar spillage on the windowsill remained.
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During an observation on 10/30/21 at 11:10 AM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the bedroom door had multiple gashes near the bottom on the side of the door near the hinges. Noted vertical blinds with missing and broken slats. Noted multiple areas of paint chipped off the wall with exposed wood on the wall by the bedroom closet. Noted multiple areas of paint chipped off from the bricks on the wall next to the resident bathroom. Noted worn, broken tile flooring in the entryway of the room. Noted wallpaper peeling from the wall across from the bathroom door. Noted a resident wheelchair in the corner of the room by the window that had torn plastic fabric on the head rest and side rests. The frame of the wheelchair was visibly soiled.
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During an observation on 10/30/22 at 11:50 AM, noted the wallpaper above the doorway of room [ROOM NUMBER], in the hall, was peeling.
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During an observation on 10/30/22 at 12:54 PM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted cobwebs present in upper corner of the interior of windows. Noted chipped paint off the wall around the window near the bottom by the windowsill.
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During an observation on 10/30/22 at 1:12 PM in room [ROOM NUMBER], noted a large, dried water stain on the ceiling tile above the resident bed.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 1:16 PM in the Hallway outside room [ROOM NUMBER], noted multiple (more than 50) dead bug carcasses collected in the light fixture cover in the ceiling.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 10:32 AM in Hallway outside room [ROOM NUMBER], noted multiple (more than 50) dead bug carcasses collected in the light fixture cover in the ceiling remained.
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 5/24/22 at 1:55 PM revealed all residents in attendance reported, we would like are (sic) wheelchairs to be cleaned, rooms dusted, and windows cleaned.
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 8/18/22 at 2:40 PM revealed one resident reported, horrible job at dusting, it's not how I would do it and another resident reported big cobwebs on the window.
Review of Resident Council Minutes dated 10/20/22 at 2:30 PM revealed one resident reported housekeeping was no good, my room is still dirty.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure overall building cleanliness and repair, resident rooms and resident equipment resulting in the potential for cross contamination, infections, and bacterial harborage.
Findings include:
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 09:37 AM, The hallway floor in the 300 hallway had dirt and debris scattered about it. There were various spots scattered across the floor that had dried liquid on it. Between rooms [ROOM NUMBERS] there were various tracks of dried foot prints on the floor.
During an observation on 11/01/22 at 2:53 PM, Resident # 51's wheelchair was observed in her room. The wheelchair left arm rest had a rip on the end of the pad where the hand was placed. The upper back rest of the wheelchair was tearing away from the frame which led to the handle as well as rips and tears across the top of the back rest. The wheelchair tire spokes had dirt and debris coating them. The frame of the wheelchair was coated with dirt, dust, and debris throughout the wheelchair. The sides of the wheelchair under the arm rests on the inside had dried liquid and food debris.
During an observation on 11/01/22 at 2:56 PM, Resident #42 was observed seated in her wheelchair and there was dust and debris throughout the wheelchair frame. There was dust, dirt, debris and foot material dried and crumbs along the seat of the wheelchair following the outline of the seat pad. There was dried foot material, dirt, dust where the resident grabs the brakes as well as where the foot pedals were placed into the frame of the wheelchair.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 11:07 AM, Registered Nurse (RN) K reported the resident wheelchairs were to be cleaned according to the shower schedule for the resident. The wheelchairs would be cleaned on third shift the night before the resident's scheduled shower.
In an interview on 11/02/22 at 11:13 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B reported the wheelchairs were to be cleaned on the midnight shift based on the shower schedule. DON B stated, .For those on the shower schedule today, they would have gotten their chairs done last night .
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 10:25 A.M. Resident #27 was sitting on the edge of his bed. The floor around the bed had a large amount of food crumbs; ants were observed in this area. The floor in front of the closet was covered with dried unknown brownish-yellow liquid. Resident #27's dinner tray from the previous day was on the chair, and his eaten breakfast tray was on the table.
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 09:09 A.M. in Resident #58's room, his wheelchair was observed with 2 bags of soiled linen and trash sitting on the seat. Resident #58 stated, .I use it every day .they say it's mine, but it's being used for other things now .
During an observation on 10/31/22 at 09:13 A.M. in Resident #219's room, the vertical window blinds were broken, and partially detached laying on the floor. Resident #219's privacy curtain had a large smear of a brown substance (resembeling feces).
In an interview on 10/31/22 at 10:14 A.M. regarding Resident #219's soiled privacy curtain, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) J reported that housekeeping is supposed to change them once a month, but that she would go write it on the work list.
During a tour of the facility, at 1:50 PM on 10/30/22, it was observed that the exit door of the back dining room, shown some rusting and pitting near the bottom right portion of the door. This allowed for a small opening for pest and cold weather to freely enter the facility.
During a tour of the facility, at 1:54 PM on 10/30/22, it was observed that the exit door on the south side of the 300 hall, shown rusting and pitting near the bottom right portion of the door. This allowed for a small opening for pest and cold weather to freely enter the facility.
During a tour of the facility, with Maintenance Director (MD) Q, at 2:20 PM on 10/30/22, it was observed that no bathroom exhaust was working in resident room [ROOM NUMBER]. When asked about the exhaust fan not working, MD Q was unsure, and stated that due to some health reasons he has not been getting on the roof to check equipment. When asked if the facility had a vendor that could perform the work, MD Q stated that they have a company that services their HVAC when they need them. During this time the following rooms were checked and found to have no running exhaust fan in the bathroom: Resident rooms [ROOM NUMBERS], and the 200 hall shower room.
During a follow up tour of the facility, starting at 1:42 PM on 10/31/22, it was observed that the following rooms were found to have no working bathroom exhaust fan: resident room [ROOM NUMBER], resident room [ROOM NUMBER], the 200 hall shower room, resident room [ROOM NUMBER], and resident room [ROOM NUMBER].
During a follow up tour of the facility, at 2:00 PM on 10/31/22, it was observed that the window blinds in room [ROOM NUMBER] were found with sections laying on the ground leaving large openings in the residents' window. When asked how long the blinds had been in this condition, R23 stated that they had been there a couple weeks and that she would like more privacy in her room as people can see in her room with the blinds like this.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 11:50 AM R2's bedside table and floor were covered with sticky substances. Sheets, fitted and flat, had dried brown substances on them. On table behind resident was a plastic cup with a pink liquid, a plastic cup with 1/4 clear liquid and straw, and a plastic cup with 1/3 clear liquid.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 8:45 AM R2 was supine in bed awake. The resident's bedside table and floor were covered with sticky substances. Sheets, fitted and flat, had dried brown substances on them. These observations were the same as prior day. R2's call light was under bed with the cord have dried brown substances on it.
During an observation on 11/1/2022 at 8:29 AM R2 was sitting up in bed with bedside table in front of her covered in a sticky substance resembling prior days observations.
During an observation and interview on 10/30/22 at 10:23 AM R21 was in bed watching television wearing a hospital gown with a towel tucked under it at his left chest, the gown was stained around the neckline. Under the bed were papers, tissues, and call light. Across the room on a shelf was R21's drinking cup out of reach. R21 stated, I do not have any legs. I have to ask for help to do things.
During an interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:50 AM R21 was supine in bed still in hospital gown. The gown had stains around the neckline and a towel was tucked under it at resident's left chest.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 2:29 PM R21 was in bed watching television wearing a hospital gown that was stained and malodorous with a towel tucked under it at his left chest. Resident's sheets and pillowcase were stained with various colors of dried substances.
During an observation on 11/1/2022 at 8:30 AM R21 was awake in bed wearing same stained and odorous gown as seen on 10/30/22 and 10/31/22. Gown identifiable by the stains and washcloth tucked under front of gown on resident's left chest.
During an observation on 10/30/22 at 9:56 AM R23's bedside table and floor had a dried sticky substance covering them. The window blinds had missing panels. Two window panels on the chair next to bed with two panels on the floor in front of window. Paint was peeling and missing from her dresser where her television sat.
During an observation and interview on 10/31/2022 at 9:58 AM, R23 had four panels missing from her window blinds: two of them on a chair next to her bed and two of them on the floor in front of the window. The paint on her dresser where the resident's television sat, had missing and chipped paint. The bedside table in front of the resident had a sticky substance covering it. Resident stated, I think this is untidy. I have to look at it all day.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 2:40 PM R23's room had 4 missing panels from her window shade. Two panels were on the chair next to her bed and two panels were on the floor in front of the window. Paint was peeling and chipped on dresser drawers.
During an observation on 11/1/2022 at 8:25 AM R23's room had 4 missing panels from her window shade. Two panels were on the chair next to her bed and two panels were on the floor in front of the window. Paint was peeling and chipped on dresser drawers.
During an observation on 10/31/2022 at 8:50 AM R32 window blind was missing multiple panels.
During an observation on 10/3/1022 at 10:14 AM R51's wheelchair had dried substances splattered over the seat, back, and arms of wheelchair. The back rest of the wheelchair had rips in the seams that went around the handles where it would support the resident's head.