CRITICAL
(K)
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident # 47 (R47)
Review of the medical record reflected that R47 was readmitted to facility on 9/9/22 with diagnoses includin...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident # 47 (R47)
Review of the medical record reflected that R47 was readmitted to facility on 9/9/22 with diagnoses including Alzheimer's disease, muscle weakness, difficulty in walking, osteoarthritis, and peripheral autonomic neuropathy. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/19/23 revealed that R47 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 7 (severe cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R47 required one-person extensive assist with bed mobility, two-person extensive assist with transfers and toilet use, and supervision with meals after set up. Section H of MDS revealed that R47 was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Section M of same MDS reflected that R47 was at risk for developing pressure injuries, had one Stage 2 pressure injury that was not present upon admission/entry or reentry, was receiving pressure injury care, and was not on a turning/repositioning schedule. The MDS with an ARD of 12/17/22 indicated that R47 was at risk for developing pressure injuries, had one stage 2 pressure injury that was not present upon admission/entry or reentry, was receiving pressure injury care and was not on a turning/repositioning program.
In an observation on 3/27/23 at 11:23 AM, R47 was observed sleeping in bed, on back, dressed in facility gown. The foot and head of bed was noted to be elevated slightly with R47's legs observed to be extended straight out.
In an observation and interview on 3/30/23 at 10:36 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Z was observed to complete R47's wound care. LPN Z was observed to assist R47 to a left side lying position, unfasten brief with gloved hands, and remove foam bordered dressing from coccyx. Coccyx observed to present with small superficial wound with pink epithelial tissue in base. Tissue surrounding wound noted to present with intact skin normal flesh tone in appearance. LPN Z stated that R47's wound location was at his coccyx and that the wound was continuing to gradually improve.
Review of R47's medical record completed with the following findings noted:
Nursing readmission assessment and nursing readmission progress note both dated 9/9/22 at 10:30 PM indicated coccyx redness.
Review of progress notes from 9/10/22 through 10/25/22 complete with no further noted assessment of skin integrity to coccyx/buttock region.
Health Status note dated 10/26/22 at 3:02 PM stated, Res (resident) noted to have open area to bilateral buttocks and coccyx with staging and measurements as follows: Left buttocks stage II (2) 0.6cm (centimeters) x 0.7cm and stage II 1.9cm x 1.0cm both wound beds are pink with no drainage or foul odor noted. Left buttocks Stage II 0.2cm x 0.2cm and Stage II 0.4cm x 0.2cm both wound beds pink with no drainage or foul odor noted. Coccyx 2.2cm x 1.0cm with small amount of yellow/white area of slough noted in wound bed. Resident denied pain with assessment and measurement of wounds. Tx (treatment) orders written and gel cushion in place in w/c (wheelchair).
Nurse Practitioner Progress Note dated 10/28/22 stated, .History of Present Illness .Patient seen today to evaluate on coccyx and buttock ulcer .Physical Exam .Skin: Warm and dry, coccyx wound with some yellowish and pinkish base, bilateral gluteal fold open area with pinkish base .Diagnosis and Assessment .Decubitus ulcer of coccyx .Decubitus ulcer, buttock .
Nurse Practitioner Progress Note dated 10/31/22 stated, .Physical Exam .Skin: Warm and dry, coccyx wound with some yellowish and pinkish base, bilateral gluteal fold open area with pinkish base, no surrounding erythema or drainage .
Nurse Practitioner Progress Notes dated 11/23/22, 12/21/22, 12/27/22, 1/12/23, 1/18/23, 2/17/23, 2/27/23, 3/24/23, and 3/29/23 indicated, .Physical Exam .Skin: Warm and dry . with no further assessment or documentation noted from 10/31/22 to current date reflecting physician/nurse practitioner collaboration regarding R47's ongoing pressure injury.
Skin/Wound Note dated 11/4/22 at 4:04 PM stated, Per nurse on unit resident skin impairments on buttocks have improved significantly. Dressings were changed yesterday and duoderm (wound dressing used for partial and full-thickness wounds with exudate) remain in place. Resident cooperative with care at this time. Will continue to monitor for any concerns. Documentation did not include wound assessment, presentation, measurements, or wound staging.
Skin/Wound Note dated 11/11/22 at 1:39 PM stated, Wound assessment complete. No open areas noted to buttocks. All healed. Coccyx area is 0.5cm L (length) x 0.1 W (width) with no depth. Wound bed is pink/silver and healing. Current treatment is effective and will continue until healed. Resident has gel cushion to chair and can shift his position .
No wound assessment or documentation noted from 11/12/22 through 11/28/22.
Skin/Wound Note dated 11/29/22 at 10:03 AM stated, Wound assessment complete. Measurements today are 2.5cm L x 1.0cm W < (less than) 0.2cm D (depth) .No drainage noted, no odor noted. Current treatment does seem to be effective with cleaning up the wound bed which is light yellow, firmly adhered to base. Small areas of pink tissue noted around perimeter of the wound bed .We will encourage resident to allow head of bed to be decreased and order APM (alternating pressure mattress) .
Skin/Wound Note dated 12/9/22 at 2:57 PM stated, Assessment of coccyx wound. Wound measure 2.5cm L x 0.5cm W which is an improvement. Wound bed is clearing up with pink/white areas present. No yellow noted this date .APM is now in place .
No wound assessment or documentation noted from 12/10/22 through 12/15/22.
Skin/Wound Note dated 12/16/22 at 11:15 AM stated, Wound assessment complete. Buttock wound measures 2.0cm L x 0.7cm W - located on left buttock upper area close to gluteal cleft, but tucked inside left side. Wound bed is white today - no odor or pain noted with care. Will continue current treatment for another week to see if wound bed cleans up. If not, then treatment will be changed .
Despite 12/16/22 note indicating potential need for treatment change with next weekly assessment, no wound assessment or documentation noted from 12/17/22 through 12/28/22.
Skin/Wound Note dated 12/29/22 at 11:00 AM stated, Wound assessment complete. Wound to coccyx measuring 2.0cm L x 0.7cm W x <0.1 cm D. Wound bed is pink/silver and has moved closer to the surface. No slough noted .
No wound assessment or documentation noted from 12/30/22 through 1/12/23.
Skin/Wound Note dated 1/13/23 at 10:40 AM stated, Assessment of open area to gluteal cleft. Area measuring 1.7cm L x 0.7cm W x <0.1cm D. Wound is decreased in size since last measurement. There is a small streak of tissue running down the center of the wound that is epithelial tissue and showing signs of healing. No drainage noted .
Skin/Wound Note dated 1/20/23 at 2:00 PM stated, Assessment of coccyx wound. Measurements today are 1.5cm L x 0.5cm W. with less that 0.2 D. Wound bed is 50% pink (on the right side) and 50% yellow (on the left side.) No drainage noted .
Skin/Wound Note dated 1/27/23 at 1:15 PM stated, Wound assessment to coccyx. Area measuring 1.7cm L x 0.7cm W with <0.2cm D .Slough noted to wound bed some firmly attached, some loosening up in other areas .Wound appears to be stalled. Will consult with physician to see if a collagen dressing might be beneficial in prompting healing .
Despite indication that the coccyx wound was stalled, and a treatment change was warranted, further review of nursing, physician, and nurse practitioner notes indicated no wound collaboration at or around 1/27/23 with the calcium alginate treatment noted to continue from the 10/26/22 order date to the 3/3/23 discontinuation date.
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/3/23 at 1:20 PM stated, Wound assessment complete. Wound measurements today are 2.0cm L x 0.5cm W <0.2cm D. Wound bed is cleaner this assessment. New pink tissue present along with decreased slough .Will continue with current treatment and continue to assess for progress .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/10/23 at 1:15 PM stated, Wound assessment complete. Wound measurements today are 1.5cm L x 0.5cm W x <0.2cm D. Wound bed continues with pink wound bed. Measurements are smaller this assessment .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/17/23 at 10:00 AM stated, Assessment of coccyx area. Wound continues to decrease in size with measurements today of 1.3cm L x 0.3cm W x <0.2cm D. Wound bed pink with very small silver/white area to the center of the wound .Current treatment will continue .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/24/23 at 3:31 PM stated, Coccyx area assessed today. Area measures 1.3cm L x 0.3cm W. wound bed is moving closer to the surface. Wound bed is pink .
Skin/Wound Note dated 3/3/23 at 10:30 AM stated, Assessment to inner buttock gluteal area complete. Measurement today at 1.5cm L x 0.3cm W with <0.2cm depth noted. Wound continues to remain stalled. Wound bed is pink with some white areas noted .Treatment changed to collagen matrix dressing .
Despite documentation noted within 3/3/23 Skin/Wound Note that wound continues to remain stalled and treatment changed to collagen matrix dressing, no wound assessment or documentation noted from 3/4/23 through 3/14/23.
Health Status Note dated 3/15/23 at 9:40 AM stated, IDT (interdisciplinary team) met to discuss the wound to the left gluteal fold. This residents wound is pink in the wound bed and has no drainage noted at this time .
Health Status Note dated 3/16/23 at 12:42 PM stated, This resident has a wound to the left inner buttock gluteal that measures in size 1.5cm l x 0.2w. The wound bed remains pink .
Health Status Noted dated 3/23/23 at 2:34 PM stated, This resident has a open area on the left gluteal fold with measurements of 1.5cm L x 0.2cm W. The area remains pink in color in the wound bed .Treatment was changed to clean with soap and water, pat dry then apply Calazime (a zinc oxide skin protectant cream) and barrier cream to the area and cover with proximal (a foam bordered dressing).
Review of R47's treatment orders and September 2022 through March 2023 Treatment Administration Records (TARs) complete with the following findings noted:
Despite 9/9/22 readmission assessment reflecting coccyx redness, no protective/preventative treatment ordered until 10/4/22 at which time order was noted to Apply blue cap barrier cream to buttocks every shift for skin protection. No associated documentation noted regarding presentation of coccyx/buttock region at that time.
Order dated 10/26/22 at 2:58 PM with 10/27/22 start date and 3/3/23 end date stated, Cleanse coccyx with NS (normal saline), pat dry, apply calcium alginate to wound bed and cover with proximal dressing. Change QOD (every other day) and prn (as needed).
Review of Treatment Administration Records (TARs) dated 10/1/22 - 10/31/22, 11/1/22-11/30/22, 12/1/22 - 12/31/22, 1/1/23 -1/31/23, and 2/1/23 - 2/28/23 reflected order to Cleanse coccyx with NS, pat dry, apply calcium alginate to wound bed and cover with proximal dressing. Change QOD and prn with corresponding administration boxes for 10/31/22, 11/2/22, 11/14/22, 1/15/23, 1/17/23, 1/19/23, 2/2/23, 2/18/23, 2/20/23, 2/28/23 noted to be blank indicating that ordered treatment was not complete on these dates.
Review of R47's comprehensive care plans revealed a Care Plan Focus, SKIN INTEGRITY - I am at risk for impaired skin integrity R/T (related to): Impaired Mobility with Goal My skin will remain intact and free of pressure ulcers/injuries, and other skin impairments with Interventions Assist me with frequent turning and repositioning as I will allow; Be sure to dry my skin thoroughly after bathing, especially in skin folds; Observe skin daily for changes such as redness, maceration, open areas. Report to my nurse; Provide diet and supplements as ordered; and Use a skin barrier cream to my buttocks and peri area. The Care Plan Focus, Care Plan Goal, and Care Plan Interventions were all indicated to have a 8/29/22 date of initiation with no revision dates or updates reflecting implementation of additional interventions noted at the time of R47's 9/9/22 facility readmission or at the time of the 10/26/22 identification of coccyx/buttock pressure injuries.
Review of R47's Braden Scale (a tool used to assess risk of pressure ulcer development) complete with findings as follows:
8/29/22 Braden Scale Score = 14 (moderate risk)
9/9/22 Braden Scale Score = 14 (moderate risk)
12/19/22 Braden Scale Score = 15 (mild risk)
3/15/23 Braden Scale Score = 16 (mild risk)
In an interview on 3/30/23 at 2:04 PM, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) V confirmed that R47 did not have a pressure injury to the coccyx/buttock region at 9/9/22 facility readmission stating that the MDS with an ARD of 9/16/22 reflected the Stage 2 pressure injury to the foot that R47 was readmitted with. ADON V Stated that a Certified Nurse Aide alerted her to R47's alterations in skin integrity on 10/26/22 and that upon assessment, noted several pressure injuries to coccyx and buttock region, followed up with physician, and initiated treatments. ADON V stated that she also would have reviewed R47's pressure reduction precautions, at that time, but stated that she did not recall whether a gel cushion was already in place or was implemented at that time and did not know when the APM mattress was implemented as the care plan did not reflect interventions for either but acknowledged that there was no evidence that any pressure reduction devices were in place at R47's 9/9/23 readmission. ADON V stated that after completion of R47's initial wound assessment and documentation on 10/26/22, Director of Nursing (DON) B was notified of alterations and assumed wound management thereafter.
In an interview on 4/3/23 at 1:23 PM, DON B confirmed that R47 had only 1 current pressure injury although documentation throughout the Skin/Wound Notes and Health Status Notes reflected coccyx, gluteal fold, and gluteal cleft regions. DON B stated that these labels had been used interchangeably but all referred to the same pressure injury and agreed that using different terminology to refer to the same pressure injury would be confusing to staff.
Resident # 5 (R5)
Review of the medical record reflected that Resident # 5 (R5) admitted to facility 5/22/21 with diagnoses including stage 2 pressure ulcer, type 2 diabetes mellitus, anemia, and muscle weakness. Review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/2/23 revealed that R5 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 9 (moderate cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R5 required two-person extensive assist with bed mobility, transfers, toilet use, and supervision with meals after setup. Section M of same MDS indicated that R5 was at risk for developing pressure injuries and was not on a turning/repositioning program.
In an observation on 3/27/23 at 11:54 AM, R5 was observed sitting in a Broda (wheelchair that provides supportive positioning) wheelchair in dining room with soft green padded boots in place at bilateral heels. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Z confirmed that she was familiar with R5 and that resident had a left heel pressure ulcer, a surgical wound at right great toe, a healed pressure ulcer to coccyx, and a healed right thigh abrasion.
In an observation on 3/28/23 at 2:12 PM, LPN Y and LPN/Unit Manager (LPN/UM) O observed to complete R5's wound care. LPN/UM O was observed to wash hands, don gloves, and remove left heel gauze wrap and dressing. LPN Y was observed to wash hands, don gloves, and cleanse left heel wound with normal saline. Left heel noted to present with dark brown dry eschar tissue with small open area at proximal wound edge revealing adherent slough in base. Tissue surrounding wound dry/flaky and normal flesh tone in appearance.
Review of R5's medical record completed with the following findings noted:
Health Status Note dated 3/3/23 at 10:30 AM stated, .Staff also detected an open area to the left heel. Measurements are 4.0cm L x 3.0 cm W. No depth. Area appears to be a blister that is now open. Loose skin around edges, wound bed pink to dark red. Resident does have diabetic shoes but has not been wearing these. She does [NAME] slippers on most days. Resident has an APM (alternating pressure mattress) to her bed resident does wear heel lift boots when she is in her chair . Wound assessment/documentation not noted to address wound stage or wound drainage.
No left heel wound assessment or documentation noted from 3/4/23 through 3/14/23.
Nurse Practitioner Progress Note dated 3/6/23 stated, .Skin: Warm and dry right great toe with dry eschar . with no noted documentation within note regarding left heel wound or collaboration with facility staff regarding newly identified left heel wound.
Physician's Federal Regulatory Visit Note dated 3/13/23 stated, .Physical Exam .Skin: Warm and dry, tip of right great toe amputation site with pink granulation tissue and minimal yellow slough, left heel with eschar and surrounding pink area .
Health Status Note dated 3/15/23 at 9:59 AM stated, IDT met to discuss the treatment on the Left heel .New order to apply green boots at all times to protect the heel from pressure R/T (related to) this resident is not moving as much at this time .
Health Status Note dated 3/16/23 at 4:08 PM stated, The resident has a wound to the Left heel. The peri wound is pink in color with a small amount of bloody drainage that has no Oder (odor) present. The wound bed is filled with dry Eschar, the measurement to the peri wound is 3.0cm L x 3.0cm W and the Eschar is 2.7cm L x 2.7 W .
Health Status Note dated 3/24/23 at 12:46 PM stated, The resident Left heel has dry Eschar noted with no drainage or odor at this time. This area of eschar measures 2.7L cm x 2.7W cm .
Review of R5's treatment orders and Treatment Administration Record (TAR) complete with the following findings noted:
Order dated 3/2/23 at 12:58 PM stated, apply green boots at HS (bedtime) when in bed, for heel protection.
Review of TAR dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 reflected 3/2/23 order to apply green boots at HS . with corresponding administration boxes on 3/2/23 and 3/10/23 noted to be blank reflecting that ordered treatment was not complete on these dates.
Order dated 3/3/23 at 9:52 PM stated, To left heel. Clean with normal saline. Apply Xeroform (a fine mesh gauze occlusive dressing) to open areas, cover with dressing. Assess area daily for healing, macerations, increased drainage. Report to DON (Director of Nursing) any of the above. Change dressing daily.
Review of TAR dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 reflected 3/3/23 order To left heel. Clean with normal saline. Apply Xeroform to open areas . with corresponding administration boxes from 3/4/23 - 3/11/23 noted to be blank reflecting that the ordered treatment for the left heel ulcer was not complete and the newly noted left heel wound did not receive treatment for these 8 consecutive days.
Order dated 3/13/23 at 2:07 PM stated, Treatment to the Left Heel - Clean with NS (normal saline) wound wash, pat dry, apply adaptic (a non-adherent dressing) peri wound on the pink skin, cover with ABD (5in by 9in absorbent dressing) then wrap with kerlix (gauze wrap). Change daily until healed.
Review of TAR dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 reflected 3/13/23 order for Treatment to the Left Heel - Clean with NS wound wash, pat dry . with corresponding administration box for 3/19/23 noted to be blank reflecting that the ordered treatment was not complete on that date.
Order dated 3/14/23 at 8:34 AM stated, Green boots at all times to protect bilateral heels.
Review of TAR dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 reflected 3/14/23 order for Green boot at all times . with corresponding administration boxes for 3/19/23 (AM) and 3/24/23 (PM) noted to be blank reflecting that the ordered treatment was not complete on these dates.
Order dated 3/24/23 at 3:00 PM stated, Treatment to the left heel - cleanse open area pat dry, apply adaptic, place a abd pad for protection then wrap with kerlix daily and prn until healed.
Review of TAR dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 reflected 3/24/23 order for Treatment to the left heel - cleanse open area pat dry, apply adaptic . with corresponding administration box for 3/25/23 blank reflecting that ordered treatment was not complete on that date.
Order dated 3/27/23 at 2:09 PM stated, Treatment to the left heel - cleanse open area pat dry, apply adaptic to the peri wound, place a abd pad for protection then wrap with kerlix daily and prn until healed.
Review of all left heel treatment orders from 3/3/23 - 3/29/23 revealed that the left heel treatment order was rewritten four times (3/3/23, 3/13/23, 3/24/23, 3/27/23) and review of the March 2023 TAR revealed that of the 26 daily left heel treatment completion opportunities during the 3/3/23 - 3/29/23 time period that the corresponding administration box was blank on 10 of the 26 days indicating that the dressing was not changed as ordered on these dates. Additionally, review of all progress notes during this same period reflected left heel wound deterioration as the Health Status Note dated 3/3/23 (initial left heel wound identification) stated, area appears to be a blister that is now open. Loose skin around edges, wound bed pink to dark red, the Physician's Federal Regulatory Visit Note dated 3/13/23 stated, .Physical Exam .Skin .left heel with eschar and surrounding pink area ., and the Health Status Note dated 3/16/23 stated, The resident has a wound to the Left heel .The wound bed is filled with dry Eschar .
Review of 5's comprehensive care plans revealed a Care Plan Focus, I am at risk Skin integrity impairment . with 5/23/21 initiation and 11/29/22 revision date; a Care Plan Goal, My skin will remain intact but if I develop skin breakdown it will resolve without complication with 5/23/21 initiation and 11/29/22 revision date; and Care Plan Interventions to Apply barrier cream with brief changes as needed, Encourage to turn and reposition resident as she will tolerate, and a newly initiated intervention on 3/3/23 I wear Bilateral [NAME] boots while in bed to protect bilateral heels and since revised to reflect 3/14/23 order I wear Bilateral [NAME] boots at all times to protect bilateral heels. A review of call Care Plan Interventions for the I am at risk Skin integrity impairment Care Plan Focus was not noted to include any additional pressure reduction interventions including a specialty mattress or offloading of heels prior to the 3/3/23 initiation of the soft green padded boots.
Review of R5's Braden Scale (a tool used to assess risk of pressure ulcer development) complete with findings as follows:
12/6/22 Braden Scale Score = 19 (No risk)
2/28/23 Braden Scale Score = 18 (mild risk)
3/15/23 Braden Scale Score = 14 (moderate risk)
In an interview on 3/28/23 at 2:25 PM, LPN/UM O stated that she had recently assumed wound management on North 1 Unit which included the management of R5's left heel wound. Per LPN/UM O, wound management entailed weekly assessment of all pressure related wounds which included documentation on wound description, drainage, odor, pain, and ongoing effectiveness/appropriateness of treatment. LPN/UM O did not verbalize the need to document the wound stage with weekly wound assessments nor was R5's left heel wound stage noted to be documented with LPN/UM O's recent 3/16/23 and 3/24/23 assessments. LPN/UM O stated that she first assessed and measured R5's left heel wound on 3/16/23 at which time wound was noted to be covered with eschar tissue. Per LPN/UM O, R5's left heel wound formed because of pressure stating that R5 had limited independent movement of lower extremities, did not have heel offloading precautions in place prior to the left heel wound development, that the soft green boots were initially implemented to be worn at night while in bed but that she had recently clarified the order to include usage at all times so that R5's heels would be offloaded while reclined in the Broda wheelchair.
In an interview on 3/28/23 at 2:52 PM, DON B stated that up until 2 weeks ago she had assessed, measured, and documented on all facility wounds weekly but as the number of facility acquired wounds had increased that was no longer feasible. DON B stated that as we clearly have a problem, a subcommittee had been formed to aid in identifying the causative factors for the increasing number of facility acquired wounds.
In the same interview, DON B confirmed that she was familiar with R5, had assessed and documented on her left heel wound at onset but that LPN/UM O had since assumed R5's wound management. DON B stated that wound management entailed the weekly wound assessment and documentation which included presentation of wound base, drainage, odor, pain and conferring with physician for treatment options. DON B did not verbalize the need to include the wound stage with weekly assessments nor did R5's 3/3/23 wound assessment include the wound stage.
DON B stated that the assigned nurse completed a skin assessment with the first shower of every week and that she was notified of R5's left heel wound following that assessment. DON B confirmed that R5's wound presented as a facility acquired pressure injury with the 3/3/23 assessment. Per DON B, although R5's care plan did not reflect, an APM mattress and gel cushion in wheelchair had been in place prior to the formation of the left heel ulcer but that no intervention had been in place to offload heels prior to the formation of the left heel wound as the soft green boots were implemented at the time of the ulcer identification. DON B stated that R5 had experienced a generalized decline including a decline in mobility and that in hindsight heel offloading precautions should have been initiated while in bed and Broda wheelchair as a preventative measure prior to the formation of the left heel wound.
Review of facility policy titled Pressure Injury Prevention Guidelines with an 2/19/20 effective and 11/8/22 revision dated stated, Policy: To prevent the formation of avoidable pressure injuries and to promote healing of existing pressure injuries, it is the policy of this facility to implement evidence-based interventions for all residents who are assessed at risk or who have a pressure injury present .Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines: 1. Individualized interventions will address specific factors identified in the resident's risk assessment, skin assessment, and any pressure injury assessment .3. Interventions will be implemented in accordance with physician orders, including the type of prevention devices to be used .4. In the absence of prevention orders, the licensed nurse will utilize nursing judgement in accordance with pressure injury prevention guidelines to provide care and will notify physician to obtain orders .7. Interventions will be documented in the care plan and communicated to all relevant staff .8. Compliance with interventions will be documented in the medical record .a. For at-risk residents: treatment or medication administration records .b. For residents who have a pressure injury present: treatment or medication administration records; weekly wound summary charting .9. The effectiveness of interventions will be monitored through ongoing assessment of the resident and/or wound. Considerations for needed modifications include .a. Development of a new pressure injury .b. Lack of progression towards healing or changes in wound characteristics .Preventative Skin Care .6. Use positioning devices or folded linens to keep body surfaces from rubbing against one another .7. Consider use of prophylactic dressings for prevention of sacral and heel pressure injuries .Repositioning .5. Repositioning techniques .f. When floating heels ensure heels are floated off the surface of the bed, using pillows or devices that elevate and offload the heel in such a way as to distribute the weight of the leg along the calf without placing pressure on the Achilles tendon .Pressure Relieving Devices .3. Apply heel suspension devices according to the manufacturer's instructions .a. For prevention .Use pillows or heel suspension devices .b. For stage 3, 4, unstageable, or deep tissue injury: Place foot and leg into a heel suspension boot that elevates the heel from the surface of the bed, completely offloading the pressure injury. Check the skin each shift and prn for signs of redness or skin breakdown related to the boot .
Resident #22
Review of an admission Record revealed Resident #22 (R22) admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included displaced intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing, iron deficiency, osteoporosis, hypothyroidism, and anxiety. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/1/23, reflected R22 scored 10 out of 15 (moderately cognitively impaired) on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool). The same MDS reflected R22 required limited assist of one staff member to ambulate, toilet, and perform personal hygiene tasks but required extensive assistance of one person for bed mobility (how resident moves to and from lying position, turns side to side, and positions body while in bed or alternate sleep furniture) needs.
In an observation and interview on 03/27/23 at 10:24 AM, R22 was sitting in her recliner chair, watching television. R22 was wearing standard socks and did not have her heels floated. R22 reported that she is just sitting here, making my butt more sore and getting more sores. I just sit on my bottom all the time. I sit on a special cushion, but it still doesn't make it comfortable. R22 also reported that she has a special mattress on her bed but they can't get me to sleep in the bed. It's just me, the chair is more uncomfortable, but I just prefer it. The bed is worse, it really hurts my back. When asked if R22 had ever tried sleeping in her bed, she reported that she slept in her bed one time and will not do it again.
Review of the Assist Bars Care Plan for R22 initiated 2/2/23 revealed R22 had assist bars on her bed because she requires assistance with bed mobility. Interventions dated 2/2/23 included I have bi lateral assist/mobility bars to aide in turning and repositioning in bed.
Review of a Health Status Note on 1/31/2023 at 6:30 PM revealed upon admission, R39 was reported to have .bilateral buttocks and midline spine are red, barrier cream order completed. Resident has a L hip incision with 23 staples, well approximated, no drainage noted .
Review of the Initial Nursing assessment dated [DATE] revealed at the time of a[TRUNCATED]
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
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 call light within reach for one (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 maintain a call light within reach for one (Resident # 53) resident of three residents reviewed for accommodation of needs, resulting in impaired resident access to request and receive assist.
Findings include:
Review of the medical record revealed that Resident #53 (R53) was admitted to facility 4/20/22 with diagnoses including vascular dementia, weakness, and adjustment disorder with anxiety. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 1/28/23 revealed R53 to have a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 5 (severe cognitive impairment) but had clear speech and was able to be understood by and understand others. Section G of MDS reflected that R53 was independent with transfers, was independent with eating and toilet use after set up and required supervision with bed mobility after set up.
In an observation on 3/27/23 at 11:12 AM, R53 was observed sitting at the edge of the bed with over the bed table positioned in front of him. R53 stated that he was hungry and awaiting lunch. R53's call light was noted to be out of resident reach as was observed to be attached to the bulletin board on the wall above the head of the bed.
In an observation on 3/28/23 at 12:11 PM, R53 was observed lying in bed on left side watching TV. Call light was observed to be out of R53's reach as was noted to be attached to the bulletin board on the wall above the head of the bed.
In an observation on 3/28/23 at 2:11 PM, R53 was observed lying in bed, on back, watching TV. Call light was noted to remain out of R53's reach as was observed to be attached to the bulletin board on the wall above the head of the bed.
In an observation on 3/29/23 at 7:48 AM, R53 was observed sitting at the edge of the bed with an over the bed table positioned in front of him. Call light was noted to be out of R53's reach as was noted to remain attached to the bulletin board on the wall above the head of the bed.
In an observation on 03/29/23 at 10:06 AM, R53 was observed lying in bed, on back, watching TV. Call light was noted to remain out of R53's reach as was observed attached to the bulletin board on the wall above the head of the bed.
In an interview and observation on 3/29/23 at 10:08 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) X confirmed that she was familiar with R53 as was assigned to the same unit on most shifts that she worked. LPN X stated that she would utilize the resident [NAME] to determine resident care needs including call light placement if a resident requested placement in a certain location. LPN X stated that R53 had baseline confusion but that he was able to and did use his call light intermittently generally to make certain food or snack requests. Per LPN X, R53 did not have a preference as to the placement of the call light, that he independently transferred making placement difficult at times, but that when he was in bed the call light should be placed at bedside within his reach. Upon review of R53's [NAME], LPN X confirmed that the [NAME] did indicate to keep the call light within reach. In the presence of LPN X, knocked on closed door and entered room with R53 noted to be lying in bed. LPN X was observed to look for call light on R53's bed and floor before looking up and seeing it attached to the bulletin board. LPN X stated this is crazy and proceeded to question R53 as to the call light location with resident stating that he did not know where it was. LPN X confirmed that the call light positioning on the bulletin board above the head of the bed was not accessible to R53 from his bed and was observed to remove call light from the bulletin board and provide to R53.
Review of R53's Care Plan Focus Resident makes needs known . with a 4/20/22 date of initiation and 5/3/22 revision date indicated an intervention that Staff will need to anticipate needs and place call light within reach with a 4/20/22 date of initiation indicated.
Review of R53's Care Plan Focus Risk for falls . with a 4/20/22 date of initiation and 1/25/23 revision date indicated an associated intervention to Reinforce use of call light and keep in reach at all times with a 4/20/22 date of initiation indicated.
Review of R53's [NAME] within the section titled Safety indicated guidance to Reinforce use of call light and keep in reach at all times.
Review of the facility's policy titled Call Lights: Accessibility and Timely Response dated 2/2020 and reviewed 11/2022 stated, Policy: The purpose of this policy is to assure the facility is adequately equipped with a call light at each residents' bedside, toilet, and bathing facility to allow residents to call for assistance .Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines .5. Staff will ensure the call light is within reach of resident and secured .6. The call system will be accessible to residents while in their bed or other sleeping accommodations within the resident's room .
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
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 report an elopement of one (Resident #39) of three reviewed for rep...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report an elopement of one (Resident #39) of three reviewed for reporting, resulting in an elopement that was unreported to the State Agency and the potential for further elopements to go unreported to the State Agency.
Findings include:
Resident #39
Review of an admission Record revealed Resident #39 (R39) admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included unspecified fracture of second lumbar vertebra, hallucinations, unspecified dementia, unspecified severity without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety, and type two diabetes without complications. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 1/18/23 reflected R39 scored four out of 15 (severely cognitively impaired) on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool). The same MDS reflected R39 required extensive assistance of two or more people for bed mobility (how resident moves to and from lying position, turns side to side, and positions body while in bed or alternate sleep furniture), extensive assistance of two or more people for transferring (how resident moves between surfaces including to or from: bed, chair, wheelchair, standing position), and total dependence from staff for tasks such as eating and drinking.
Review of a Health Status Note dated 1/24/2023 at 4:41 PM revealed Resident [R39] exit [sic] the building, made it to parking lot attempt to open company van drivers door. placed wonder [wander] guard on resident.
Review of a Social Services note dated 1/25/2023 at 10:10 AM revealed Resident [R39] was observed by staff on 1/24/2023, exiting the facility through the lobby door and making his way to the parking lot, along with attempting to open the door of a vehicle. Per staff, they observed resident immediately as he stepped outside the lobby exit and followed him, by assisting him back into the campus. Resident has a wander guard in place at this time r/t [related to] impaired safety awareness. Resident can be triggered when feeling unsure of his surroundings r/t his confusion/dementia and wantingto [sic] go home to be with his wife. Care plans has been updated. Will continue to observe.
In an interview on 03/27/23 at 02:26 PM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) S reported R39 was sitting in the hallway in his wheelchair with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) DD when LPN DD looked away for a minute and R39 had escaped. CNA S reported she exited the bathroom and did not see R39 in the hallway sitting in his wheelchair where he was prior to going into the bathroom. CNA S then observed R39 out front in the parking lot by a van so CNA S ran out to the parking lot to R39. CNA S stated that she was the first person to make it to R39 and the elopement from the facility was unwitnessed by any other staff as she was the first on scene. CNA S reported the van the R39 was attempting to open the drivers side door to was parked in the front row of the facility and not directly in front of the facility and R39 independently ambulated out to the parking lot with no assistive devices.
In an interview on 03/27/23 at 03:02 PM, LPN DD reported on the day of the elopement the unit she was assigned to work on (R39's) was really busy. R39 had been restless and busy, and at one point, was caught independently ambulating to the front lobby desk so the staff decided to seat R39 in his wheelchair in the hallway to provide more supervision. LPN DD stated CNA S was sitting with R39 to help provide redirection and distraction in an attempt to keep R39 from wandering. LPN DD reported that she was answering a call light and when she returned to the hallway, R39 was no longer in his wheelchair and everyone was rushing around looking for him. LPN DD reported we looked out the window (out of the front lobby doors and windows) and saw [R39]. I said, Oh my God and ran out to the parking lot. It was scary because no one saw him get outside and he could have fell. R39 independently ambulated out to the parking lot without any assistive devices. LPN DD stated that R39 was outside for up to a minute and upon entry back into the facility, staff placed a wander guard on his wrist.
In an interview on 03/27/23 at 02:00 PM, Family Member (FM) Q reported that R39 had gotten out at home when R39 resided with FM Q. There was a time when R39 unknowingly left his prior residence and walked to a park. FM Q reported R39 is restless and the incident where he had unknowingly left the residence was one of the reasons why he had to be admitted to the facility for long term care.
Review of the Elopement Care Plan initiated 1/25/23 revealed R39 demonstrates exit seeking behaviors. Staff have observed resident trying to exit through the therapy doors and exiting the facility through the lobby doors and making his to the parking lot, along with attempting to open the door of a vehicle. Resident is at risk for eloping r/t [related to] impaired safety awareness. Resident is triggered to wander when feeling unsure of his surroundings, wanting to go home . Relevant interventions dated 1/25/23 included elopement risk quarterly, and prn [as needed], redirect resident away from doors/exits as needed, please ensure wander guard to right wrist is working properly .
Review of the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Care Plan initiated 1/13/23 revealed R39 was known to exhibit symptoms of agitation, anxiousness, and restlessness. R39 had periods of yelling out when feeling unsure of his surroundings .per the family, R39 feels anxious related to ongoing health issues, confusion, feeling unsure of his surroundings, and missing his family and home.
Review of the Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Care Plan initiated 1/13/23 revealed R39 required assistance with mobility and ADLS. Interventions dated 3/1/23 included I have a wander guard on my right wrist.
Review of the Physician revealed an order to ensure R39's wander guard is on and functioning every shift wasn't ordered until 3/15/23.
In an interview on 03/29/23 at 04:03 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B stated that R39 had eloped the facility after R39's family member had left the facility after visiting R39. DON B reported that the facility is aware that in the event of an elopement, the incident needed to be reported to the State Agency, but no one felt it was a necessary thing to do because the facility was under the impression that the elopement from the facility by R39 was witnessed by staff. DON B reported that the intervention implemented after the incident was to place a wander guard on R39 on 1/24/23 but the care plan was not updated to include the intervention until 3/1/23.
Review of the facility's Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Policy dated 2-1-2018 and revised on 2-2023 revealed reporting of all alleged violations to the Administrator, state agency, adult protective services .within specified timeframes: Immediately, but not later than 2 hours after the allegation is made . not later than 24 hours if the event that causes the allegation do not involve abuse and do not result in serious bodily injury.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
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 ensure proper communication/documentation of Hospice services provi...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper communication/documentation of Hospice services provided in resident's clinical record and care plans to coordinate hospice care for one resident of one resident (R24) reviewed for hospice services. This deficient practice resulted in the potential for care not being provided, lack of continuity of care between the hospice provider and the facility.
Findings include:
Resident #24 (R24)
Review of the medical record reflected R24 was an initial admission to the facility on [DATE] with a re-admission on [DATE] then admitted to hospice on 11/5/21. Diagnoses of Transient Cerebral Ischemic Attack (CVA), Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), Vascular Dementia, anxiety, Depression, weakness.
The most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 02/06/2023, revealed R24 had a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) of 03 (severe impairment) out of 15. Under section G0110, Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assistance reveals R24 is dependent on all care provided. Under section M0100. Determination of Pressure Ulcer/Injury Risk, A revealed R24 did not have a pressure injury on this date. B did reveal R24 is at risk for developing them. Under section O0100. Special Treatments, Procedures and Programs revealed R24 is not on hospice, however R24 was admitted to hospice on 11/05/21. MSD assessment dated [DATE] did reflect R24 having hospice services.
Record review on 03/28/23 at 12:52 PM, revealed R24 was admitted to (hospice organization) on 11/05/21. R24's hospice binder revealed March calendar reflecting R24 gets her certified nursing assistants CNA visit from hospice on Monday and Thursday's. Hospice nurse visits on Friday's. Care plan was not updated since admission. No hospice visit notes were found in the hospice binder or in the electronic medical record (EMR).
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 01:01 PM, CNA J stated they did not shower R24 unless hospice CNA could not make it. Including hospice CNA showers R24 on Monday and Thursday, so that's when she is showered. When asked what days the facility CNA showers R22, CNA J stated they didn't shower her unless hospice aide couldn't make it.
Record review reflected the shower task were signed off on Monday and Thursday by facility CNA's when it was hospice CNA that gave the shower.
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 02:18 PM, CNA H stated hospice CNA I schedule matches the days that the facility had R24 down for showers, Monday and Thursday. CNA H stated they are heavy with showers on the 1st shift, not so much on 2nd shift. We can give her a bath in between if we need to. When asked if it states that on the care plan? CNA H stated Yes, I do believe it does, we have a list behind the nurse's station with the list of showers for day shift.
Record review did not reveal modifications to the care plan to reflect shower days and preference for hospice CNA to provide them.
Record review reveals there were not hospice visit notes in the chart for R24. The hospice binder behind the nurse's station contained a brief comment on the visits from disciplines, but lacked assessments, updated care plan or collaboration with the facility.
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 3:41 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B stated the requested last 60 days of hospice notes were in the hospice binder behind the nurse's station. DON B emailed writer the information from the hospice binder that included outdated care plan, quick comment from hospice caregivers who provide care where several caregivers sign on the same sheet. Did not reveal any disciplinary visit notes.
DON B also told writer to look under the miscellaneous tab in the electronic medical record, stated there was a hospice note dated 3/8/23, containing the hospice covered med report. There was a clinical note in that document. Under this tab in EMR, there were not any hospice notes scanned into the R24 chart.
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 6:24 PM, hospice CNA I, Stated she provided showers/baths for R24 two times weekly, Mondays and Thursdays or Tuesday and Fridays. Also stated she was asked to set her schedule based off the facility scheduled baths. When asked if she replaced the showers the facility was to provide, she stated yes, including that she was aware that they were supposed to provide showers to R24 as well. When asked who looked at the pressure ulcers after the shower she given, CNA I stated she notified the facility nurse, and she would look at the area and put the any dressings or treatment over the area. CNA I stated she follows the hospice care plan, adding she did not have access to the facility EMR to see their care plan or information. CNA I stated she follows the hospice care plan set up by hospice nurse. Also stated she reported off to the facility CNA, nurse and hospice nurse after care was provided. When asked if she documented in the hospice binder at the nurse's station, stated no, she didn't know there was one. Included that she had asked at one time, but nobody showed her where it was. Also stated she documented in her own EMR. When asked if her agency faxed the visit notes to the facility, stated she didn't know what the agency did with the information after visits. When asked if she knew that hospice services were to be a service above what the facility provides, included bathes, she stated yes, but I am the only one that does them.
Record review did not reflect modifications to the care plan for hospice CNA to notify facility nurse to perform dressing changes following the shower.
During an interview and observation on 03/29/23 at 07:56 AM, DON B was observed replacing the hospice binder back on the shelf for R24. Hospice binder now contains an updated care plan, and sign in area for all visits. Hospice binder still contains no visit notes, just the sign in form.
During an interview on 03/29/23 at 09:28 AM, Social Worker (SW) K stated, hospice used to join in the care conferences before Covid, as well as activities. Also stated hospice have their own Interdisciplinary team meetings (IDT), since Covid they don't participate. SW K added that hospice will call if there is a change, or a concern and she does talk to the hospice social worker. Anyone can update the care plan to reflect changes or preferences.
During an interview on 03/29/23 at 04:17 PM, DON B stated the hospice CNA are doing all the baths/showers 2 times a week. Writer clarified that facility CNAs are not providing bathes but signing them out in the electronic medical record (EMR) on the date's hospice aide provided them. DON B stated she would talk to the unit manager to clarify information. No clarification given, care plan does not reflect this process.
During an interview and observation on 04/03/23 at 10:14 AM, LPN M Stated the hospice CNAs was giving R24 a shower at this time. Also stated she went in the shower room to provide wound care to the pressure ulcer. Writer asked if the 2 scabs were present beside the open pressure ulcer, M stated yes. Included she applied a barrier cream to the area and then applied a dressing over the open pressure ulcer, not the 2 stabbed ones. Observation of the hospice CNA bringing R24 out of the shower room with wet hair and wheeled her to her room.
Record review on 04/04/23 does not reflect any hospice visit notes in the hospice binder or in the EMR from notes scanned in. Nor did it reflect any combined interdisciplinary team meetings or jointed case conferences.
Record review of R24 care plan with focus of hospice was initiated on 11/05/21. Goal was initiated on 11/05/21, revision on 12/28/22 and target date of 04/30/23 with no changes to this goal. Interventions initiated on 11/05/21 with six basic hospice interventions. No changes, additions or updates after 11/05/21. Did not reflect any coordination of care with hospice care including both the most recent hospice plan of care and a description of the services furnished by the LTC facility to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Hospice binder reflected a totally different plan of care that the hospice team follows.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
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 prevent the elopement of one (Resident #39) of 16 revi...
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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 prevent the elopement of one (Resident #39) of 16 reviewed for accidents and supervision, resulting in elopement and the potential for harm. Findings include:
Resident #39
Review of an admission Record revealed Resident #39 (R39) admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included unspecified fracture of second lumbar vertebra, hallucinations, unspecified dementia, unspecified severity without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety, and type two diabetes without complications. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 1/18/23 reflected R39 scored four out of 15 (severely cognitively impaired) on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool). The same MDS reflected R39 required extensive assistance of two or more people for bed mobility (how resident moves to and from lying position, turns side to side, and positions body while in bed or alternate sleep furniture), extensive assistance of two or more people for transferring (how resident moves between surfaces including to or from: bed, chair, wheelchair, standing position), and total dependence from staff for tasks such as eating and drinking.
Review of a Health Status Note dated 1/24/2023 at 4:41 PM revealed Resident [R39] exit [sic] the building, made it to parking lot attempt to open company van drivers door. placed wonder [wander] guard on resident.
Review of a Social Services note dated 1/25/2023 at 10:10 AM revealed Resident [R39] was observed by staff on 1/24/2023, exiting the facility through the lobby door and making his way to the parking lot, along with attempting to open the door of a vehicle. Per staff, they observed resident immediately as he stepped outside the lobby exit and followed him, by assisting him back into the campus. Resident has a wander guard in place at this time r/t [related to] impaired safety awareness. Resident can be triggered when feeling unsure of his surroundings r/t his confusion/dementia and wantingto [sic] go home to be with his wife. Care plans has been updated. Will continue to observe.
In an interview on 03/27/23 at 02:26 PM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) S reported R39 was sitting in the hallway in his wheelchair with Licensed Practical Nurse DD when LPN DD looked away for a minute and R39 had escaped. CNA S reported she exited the bathroom and did not see R39 in the hallway sitting in his wheelchair where he was prior to going into the bathroom. CNA S then observed R39 out front in the parking lot by a van so CNA S started running out to the parking lot to R39. CNA S stated that she was the first person to make it to R39 and the elopement from the facility was unwitnessed by any other staff as she was the first on scene. CNA S reported the van the R39 was attempting to open the drivers side door to was parked in the front row of the facility and not directly in front of the facility and R39 independently ambulated out to the parking lot with no assistive devices.
In an interview on 03/27/23 at 03:02 PM, LPN DD reported on the day of the elopement the unit she was assigned to work was really busy. R39 had been restless and busy, and at one point, was caught independently ambulating to the front lobby desk so the staff decided to seat R39 in his wheelchair in the hallway to provide more supervision. LPN DD stated CNA S was sitting with R39 to help provide redirection and distraction in an attempt to keep R39 from wandering. LPN DD reported that she was answering a call light and when she returned to the hallway, R39 was no in his wheelchair and everyone was rushing around looking for him. LPN DD reported we looked out the window (out of the front lobby doors and windows) and saw [R39]. I said, Oh my God and ran out to the parking lot. It was a scary because no one saw him get outside and he could have fell. R39 independently ambulated out to the parking lot without any assistive devices. LPN DD stated that R39 was outside for up to a minute and upon entry back into the facility, staff placed a wander guard on his wrist.
In an interview on 03/27/23 at 02:00 PM, Family Member (FM) Q reported that R39 had gotten out at home when R39 resided with FM Q. There was a time when R39 unknowingly left his prior residence and walked to a park. FM Q reported R39 is restless and the incident where he had unknowingly left the residence was one of the reasons why he had to be admitted to the facility for long term care.
Review of the Elopement Care Plan initiated 1/25/23 revealed R39 demonstrates exit seeking behaviors. Staff have observed resident trying to exit through the therapy doors and exiting the facility through the lobby doors and making his to the parking lot, along with attempting to open the door of a vehicle. Resident is at risk for eloping r/t [related to] impaired safety awareness. Resident is triggered to wander when feeling unsure of his surroundings, wanting to go home . Relevant interventions dated 1/25/23 included elopement risk quarterly, and prn [as needed], redirect resident away from doors/exits as needed, please ensure wander guard to right wrist is working properly .
Review of the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Care Plan initiated 1/13/23 revealed R39 was known to exhibits symptoms of agitation, anxiousness, and restlessness. R39 had periods of yelling out when feeling unsure of his surroundings .per the family, R39 feels anxious related to ongoing health issues, confusion, feeling unsure of his surroundings, and missing his family and home.
Review of the Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Care Plan initiated 1/13/23 revealed R39 required assistance with mobility and ADLS. Interventions dated 3/1/23 included I have a wander guard on my right wrist.
Review of the Physician revealed an order to ensure R39's wander guard is on and functioning every shift wasn't ordered until 3/15/23.
In an interview on 03/29/23 at 04:03 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B stated that R39 had eloped the facility after R39's family member had left the facility after visiting R39. DON B reported that the facility is aware that in the event of an elopement, the incident needed to be reported to the State Agency, but no one felt it was a necessary thing to do because the facility was under the impression that the elopement from the facility by R39 was witnessed by staff. DON B reported that the intervention implemented after the incident was to place a wander guard on R39 on 1/24/23 but the care plan was not updated to include the intervention until 3/1/23.
Review of the facility's Elopement and Wandering Resident Policy dated 8/2022 and reviewed on 2/2023 revealed This facility ensures that residents who exhibit wandering behavior and/are at risk for elopement receive adequate supervision to prevent accidents and receive care in accordance with their person-centered plan of care addressing the unique factors contributing to wandering or elopement risks.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
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 services and assistance to restore continence (Resident #13 and #20) and to provide intermittent catheter services per professional standards of care (Resident #33), resulting in risk for urinary tract infections (R33) and continued incontinence (Resident #13 and #20). Findings include:
Resident #13 (R13)
On 3/28/23 at 8:30 AM, R13 was observed sitting in a recliner chair in her room and stated when she was assisted to the toilet, at times had to wait approximately 45 minutes to receive help, R13 stated she would prefer staff wait a few minutes for her to use the toilet and assist her right away. R13 was observed sitting in recliner chair eating breakfast, wearing blue socks on both feet.
R13's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] introduced a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), a short performance-based cognitive screener for nursing home (NH) residents, score of 15 (cognitively intact). The same MDS indicated R13 was occasionally incontinent (less than 7 episodes of incontinence during a 7-day look-back period) of bladder and no trial of a toileting program (scheduled toileting, prompted voiding, or bladder training) had been attempted on admission or re-entry or since urinary incontinence was noted in the facility. R13 MDS indicated she was occasionally incontinent of bowel (one episode of bowel incontinence during a 7-day look-back period) and was not on a bowel training program.
R13's medical record revealed she had diagnoses of heart failure, depression, high blood pressure, and chronic kidney disease.
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care plan dated 6/07/21 did not indicate R20 was incontinent of bowel and bladder or include toileting interventions.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS's) Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) 3.0, Version 1.17.1, October 2019, indicated incontinence increased the risk of falls and injuries and many incontinent residents (including those with dementia) respond to a toileting programs, especially during the day.
During an interview on 3/29/23 at 8:41 AM Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) V was interviewed and stated R13 was alert and orientated and was able to use the call light. ADON V stated the facility did not have a bowel and bladder training program.
Resident #20 (R20)
R20's MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 13 (13-15 Cognitively Intact) and limited assistance for toilet use, was frequently incontinent of bladder (7 or more episodes of urinary incontinence, but at least one episode of continent voiding) and always incontinent of bowel. No trial of a toileting program (scheduled toileting, prompted voiding, or bladder training) had been attempted on admission or re-entry or since urinary incontinence was noted in the facility. R20's same MDS indicated she was not on a bowel training program.
R20 was interviewed on 3/28/23 at 9:40 AM and stated she had never have been asked about trying a program to improve continence.
R20's Activates of Daily Living (ADL) care plan dated 1/13/21 revealed she required assistance with ADL's and mobility related to history of compression fracture and pain; the ADL care plan did not include incontinence or toileting interventions.
ADON V was interviewed on 3/29/23 at 8:39 AM and indicated the facility had completed bladder scans for post void residuals (PVR), mostly for short term residents. ADON V stated R20 did not have a pattern assessment/diary, and bladder scans had not been considered.
Resident #33 (R33)
R33's MDS dated [DATE] revealed he had diagnoses of Parkinson's, renal insufficiency and a neurogenic bladder. R33 had a BIMS score of 10 (08-12 Moderate Impairment). The same MDS indicated he required limited assistance with personal hygiene and required intermittent catheterization (catheter inserted to empty bladder and then removed).
Straight Catheter Care Plan dated 5/09/22 revealed R33's goal was to not have any adverse effects or infections from straight catheter.
R33's October 2022 Medication Administration Record (MAR) reflected Cipro 500 milligrams (mg) was ordered twice a day on 10/26/22. R33's December 2022 and January 2023 MAR reflected Cipro 250 mg was ordered for 7 days was and started on 12/31/22, then in January, was continued for 90 days for recurrent UTI.
Physician Order dated 1/09/23 at 9:06 PM indicated order to straight catheter R33 every 8 hours and as needed and to use 10 French catheters.
ADON V was interviewed on 3/29/23 at 8:11 AM and stated R33 was taking an antibiotic prophylactically due to recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI). ADON V stated she didn't feel the UTI's were from contamination during intermittent catheter procedure. ADON V stated R33 had an UTI October and December 2022 and the organism for both infections were K Pneumonia. ADON V stated she had observed multiple nurses perform straight catheter procedure and but did not have any audit documentation or nurse competencies completed.
ADON V stated she did not keep track of urine analysis ordered; if the physician treats the urine, then she logged it.
On 3/29/23 at 2:33 PM, during an observation, R33 was observed lying in bed prior to intermittent catheterization procedure. R33's did not receive peri care prior to procedure. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) AA opened a catheter kit and stated the kit did not include a catheter. LPN AA opened another catheter kit, removed sterile gloves, donned the right glove, the package wrapper folded back on top of the other glove, potentially contaminating the left glove. LPN AA' cleansed the glans and added lubricant to catheter. LPN AA inserted the catheter stated she had met resistance and pulled the catheter out and then back in without success. LPN AA removed the catheter and obtained more supplies to attempt catheterization again. LPN AA opened a sterile 10 French catheter approximately one inch from the end of the catheter and left the catheter in the package. LPN AA donned sterile gloves, after donning the right glove, the wrapper folded over the left glove, potentially contaminating the left glove. LPN AA opened the iodine swabs and lubricant package; then dispensed lubricant onto the glove wrapper. LPN AA attempted to remove the catheter from the package by shaking the package (that had been stored in resident's nightstand) over the field the lubricant was dispensed on and touched the catheter on the over-the-bed table. LPN AA touched the outside of the catheter package with her sterile hand.
Catheterization of a male policy, reviewed 2/2022, indicated urinary catheters would be performed in accordance with current standards of practice to minimize the risk for bacterial contamination; and perineal care would be performed prior to catheterization.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, some Klebsiella bacteria have become highly resistant to antibiotics. Klebsiella pneumoniae produce an enzyme known as a carbapenemase (referred to as KPC-producing organisms), then the class of antibiotics called carbapenems will not work to kill the bacteria and treat the infection.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #39
Review of an admission Record revealed Resident #39 (R39) admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnos...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #39
Review of an admission Record revealed Resident #39 (R39) admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included unspecified fracture of second lumbar vertebra, hallucinations, unspecified dementia, unspecified severity without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety, and type two diabetes without complications. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 1/18/23 reflected R39 scored four out of 15 (severely cognitively impaired) on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool). The same MDS reflected R39 required extensive assistance of two or more people for bed mobility (how resident moves to and from lying position, turns side to side, and positions body while in bed or alternate sleep furniture), extensive assistance of two or more people for transferring (how resident moves between surfaces including to or from: bed, chair, wheelchair, standing position), and total dependence from staff for tasks such as eating and drinking.
In an observation and interview 03/27/23 at 12:47 PM, Family Member (FM) Q stated that she was concerned about R39's weight loss and whether R39 was receiving enough fluids throughout the day. FM Q discovered R39's Styrofoam cup of water on his bedside table was full. An observation was made of R39's bedside water cup dated 3/27/23 which was confirmed to be full of water. FM Q reported that R39 has bilateral arm weakness and is unable to reach for the cup. R39 is reliant on staff to have fluids offered. FM Q also reported that she tries to come to the facility daily to feed R39 his lunch but was late today.
Review of R39's weight history reflected the following:
1/12/23- 219.3 Lbs (pounds)
1/13/23- 219.5 Lbs
1/15/23- 215.1 Lbs
1/16/23- 212.9 Lbs
1/23/23- 214.7 Lbs
1/30/23- 208.4 Lbs
2/6/23- 208.0 Lbs
3/1/23- 201.9 Lbs
3/15/23- 201.6 Lbs
Review of the Potential for altered nutrition/hydration Care Plan initiated 1/13/23 revealed R39 revealed R39 required assistance with meals and pressure ulcers on admission increased estimated needs. Relevant interventions dated 1/13/23 included .provide assistance with meals, encouraged to take meals in dining room, provide supplements as ordered, and weight obtained and monitored for significant changes .
Review of a Weight Change note dated 3/3/23 revealed R39 was triggered for significant weight loss with a 7.8% weight loss since admission. The Weight Change note revealed that the resident had no open areas or edema noted and resident is likely meeting estimated needs with supplement intake and current PO (by mouth) intake. No additional interventions were implemented despite the significant weight loss.
In an interview on 03/29/23 at 12:26 PM, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) R reported that R39 previously received supplements at dinner but, he doesn't like them, so we stopped giving them to him.
In an interview on 3/29/23 at 1:28 PM, Registered Dietician (RD) G reported that a nutritional assessment is completed with each new admission to the facility. The nutritional assessment includes obtaining a weigh, asking the resident what their food preferences are, and reviewing nursing notes for any needs that may impact nutritional status. RD G stated that if a resident admits with edema, she can anticipate a three-to-five-pound weight loss if the edema is resolved. RD G reported when R39 admitted , a nutritional intervention of providing an Ensure with his dinner was added. No interventions were added after the initial intervention. Regarding R39's continued weight loss, RD G reported that she is now questioning the effectiveness of the one nutritional intervention of an Ensure supplement and would reevaluate R39.
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to implement nutritional interventions in two of four residents reviewed for weight loss (Resident #33 & #39), resulting in avoidable weight loss. Findings include:
Resident #33 (R33)
On 3/28/23 at 12:15 PM resident lunches were delivered in a cart to North 1 unit. Residents that were eating in their rooms had their trays delivered first. R33's lunch was served in a dining area across from the North 1 nurses' station 35 minutes after the cart was delivered to the unit. R33 sat at a table with another resident that had finished his lunch prior to R33 receiving his tray. R33 received set up assistance, staff opened a carton of magic shake, but did not insert a straw or pour the shake into a glass to ease consumption of the nutritional supplement.
R33's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed he had diagnoses of Parkinson's, depression, renal insufficiency, and a neurogenic bladder. R33 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 10 (08-12 Moderate Impairment).
R33's October 2022 Medication Administration Record (MAR) reflected Cipro 500 milligrams (mg) was ordered twice a day on 10/26/22. R33's December 2022 and January 2023 MAR reflected Cipro 250 mg was ordered for 7 days was and started on 12/31/22, then in January, was continued for 90 days for recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI).
R33's potential risk for alteration in nutrition/hydration status care plan dated 11/10/22 indicated he had a history of weight fluctuations with current trends down and a supplement in place. R33 had a goal for weight stability.
R33's electronic medical record, underweight summary, indicated on 2/01/23, he weighed 191.9 pounds (lbs.). and on 3/01/23, he weighed 174.2 lbs. which was a 9.22 percent (%) severe loss in one month. R33's weight on 9/01/22, was 207.1 lbs. which was a 15.89 % severe loss in 6 months.
Progress Note dated 3/06/23 at 11:52 AM indicated R33 was triggering for significant weight changes. Current Body Weight (CBW) was documented as 174.2 lbs. which was a weight loss of 9.2% in 30 days, and 15.8% loss over 180 days. R33 has had more frequent fluctuations recently with 182-201 lbs. being documented over the last 3 months. New weight was lower than usual body weight range. Cottage cheese was added to R33's lunch tray. R33's oral intake per food acceptance record averaged around 75% and a few meals consumed 0 to 25% which was a decrease. A mighty shake was added to R33's lunch and dinner tray for additional 400 calories.
R33 was observed on 3/28/23 at 8:08 AM sitting in his wheelchair in his room eating breakfast on the over-the-bed table. R33's call light was not in reach; it was clipped to cord on the wall. R33's plate cover was on floor. R33 repeated a request and stated brown sugar, brown sugar repeatedly. A staff member walked by R33's room, stated good morning to this writer, but didn't seem to hear R33 asking for brown sugar.
Registered Dietician (RD) G was interviewed on 3/29/23 at 1:03 PM and stated staff did not document R33's acceptance of mighty shakes, that she would ask the nurse assistant the intake. RD G stated if R33 wanted a nighttime snack, they could get one. RD G had not considered a sandwich or more substantial nighttime snack.
In review of R33's snack food acceptance in the last 30 days, there were no snack acceptance documented or that R33 refused a snack.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0726
(Tag F0726)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have sufficient nursing staff and ensure appropriate competencies and skills to provide related services in a census of 63 residents, resul...
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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have sufficient nursing staff and ensure appropriate competencies and skills to provide related services in a census of 63 residents, resulting in the potential for decreased quality of care. Findings include:
Licensed Practical Nurse X and certified nurse assistant GG employee files were reviewed and did not contain any competencies/skills check-off review.
During an interview with Director of Nursing (DON) B on 3/39/23 at approximately 3:00 PM, there were no competencies/skill checks for nurses or nurse assistance completed upon hire or annually with evaluations.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure that medications were accurately labeled and stored in one of ...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure that medications were accurately labeled and stored in one of two medication carts reviewed, resulting in the potential for cross contamination, decreased medication efficacy, and adverse side effects in a current facility census of 63 residents.
Findings include:
On [DATE] at 12:21 PM, the North 1 Unit medication cart was reviewed in the presence of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Y. During the review, an Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drop box was noted with the hand labeled name of Resident # 33 (R33) and a handwritten date of [DATE]. The undated opened Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drop bottle within the same box contained a pharmacy printed label with the name of Resident # 20 (R20). LPN Y reviewed the box and bottle label, confirmed that both R33 and R20 had an active order for the eye drops, and reviewed the remaining Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drop boxes within the medication cart confirming that no additional supply of eye drops noted within cart for either resident. LPN Y stated that he was unaware of how the eye drop bottle labeled for R20 ended up in the box labeled for R33, was going to throw away both the eye drop bottle and box, and order a new bottle of eye drops for both R20 and R33.
During the same medication cart review, a Latanoprost 0.005% Ophthalmic Solution box labeled with Resident #4's (R4's) name was noted with a handwritten open date of [DATE] and a handwritten expiration date of [DATE] with the eye drop bottle within box indicating the same [DATE] open date. A pharmacy label on the box contained printed instructions to Store opened @ (at) RM (room) temp. (temperature). Discard after 6 weeks. LPN Y confirmed that the handwritten expiration date of [DATE] was incorrect and was going to dispose of and order new eye drops from pharmacy as the current bottle had expired on [DATE] (6 weeks after the indicated [DATE] open date).
In an interview on [DATE] at 9:44 AM, Director of Nursing (DON) B stated that the nurse assigned to the medication cart labeled medications with both an open and an expiration date at the time the medication was opened and that the managers audited the medication carts and medication rooms at least monthly for correct labeling and dating. DON B further stated that, to her knowledge, Latanoprost Eye Drops expired 6 weeks after opening.
In a document titled Rx (prescription) Dating and Storage Guide provided by DON B and confirmed to be utilized by facility for pharmacy services indicated, Xalatan (Latanoprost) opth. (ophthalmic) with instruction to Store in refrigerator until opened. Discard 6 weeks after open and store in med (medication) cart.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
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 ensure proper communication/documentation of Hospice services provi...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper communication/documentation of Hospice services provided in resident's clinical record and care plans to coordinate hospice care for one resident of one resident (R24) reviewed for hospice services. This deficient practice resulted in the potential for care not being provided, lack of continuity of care between the hospice provider and the facility. Findings include:
Resident #24 (R24)
Review of the medical record reflected R24 was an initial admission to the facility on [DATE] with a re-admission on [DATE] then admitted to hospice on 11/5/21. Diagnoses of Transient Cerebral Ischemic Attack (CVA), Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), Vascular Dementia, anxiety, Depression, weakness.
The most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 02/06/2023, revealed R24 had a Brief Interview of Mental Status (BIMS) of 03 (severe impairment) out of 15. Under section G0110, Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assistance reveals R24 is dependent on all care provided. Under section M0100. Determination of Pressure Ulcer/Injury Risk, A revealed R24 did not have a pressure injury on this date. B did reveal R24 is at risk for developing them. Under section O0100. Special Treatments, Procedures and Programs revealed R24 is not on hospice, however R24 was admitted to hospice on 11/05/21. MSD assessment dated [DATE] did reflect R24 having hospice services.
Record review on 03/28/23 at 12:52 PM, revealed R24 was admitted to (hospice organization) on 11/05/21. R24's hospice binder revealed March calendar reflecting R24 gets her certified nursing assistants CNA visit from hospice on Monday and Thursday's. Hospice nurse visits on Friday's. Care plan was not updated since admission. No hospice visit notes were found in the hospice binder or in the electronic medical record (EMR).
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 01:01 PM, CNA J stated they did not shower R24 unless hospice CNA could not make it. Including hospice CNA showers R24 on Monday and Thursday, so that's when she is showered. When asked what days the facility CNA showers R22, CNA J stated they didn't shower her unless hospice aide couldn't make it.
Record review reflected the shower task were signed off on Monday and Thursday by facility CNA's when it was hospice CNA that gave the shower.
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 02:18 PM, CNA H stated hospice CNA I schedule matches the days that the facility had R24 down for showers, Monday and Thursday. CNA H stated they are heavy with showers on the 1st shift, not so much on 2nd shift. We can give her a bath in between if we need to. When asked if it states that on the care plan? CNA H stated Yes, I do believe it does, we have a list behind the nurse's station with the list of showers for day shift.
Record review reveals there were not hospice visit notes in the chart for R24. The hospice binder behind the nurse's station contained a brief comment on the visits from disciplines, but lacked assessments, updated care plan or collaboration with the facility.
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 3:41 PM, Director of Nursing (DON) B stated the requested last 60 days of hospice notes were in the hospice binder behind the nurse's station. DON B emailed writer the information from the hospice binder that included outdated care plan, quick comment from hospice caregivers who provide care where several caregivers sign on the same sheet. Did not reveal any disciplinary visit notes.
DON B also told writer to look under the miscellaneous tab in the electronic medical record, stated there was a hospice note dated 3/8/23, containing the hospice covered med report. There was a clinical note in that document. Under this tab in EMR, there were not any hospice notes scanned into the R24 chart.
During an interview on 03/28/23 at 6:24 PM, hospice CNA I, Stated she provided showers/baths for R24 two times weekly, Mondays and Thursdays or Tuesday and Fridays. Also stated she was asked to set her schedule based off the facility scheduled baths. When asked if she replaced the showers the facility was to provide, she stated yes, including that she was aware that they were supposed to provide showers to R24 as well. When asked who looked at the pressure ulcers after the shower she given, CNA I stated she notified the facility nurse, and she would look at the area and put the any dressings or treatment over the area. CNA I stated she follows the hospice care plan, adding she did not have access to the facility EMR to see their care plan or information. CNA I stated she follows the hospice care plan set up by hospice nurse. Also stated she reported off to the facility CNA, nurse and hospice nurse after care was provided. When asked if she documented in the hospice binder at the nurse's station, stated no, she didn't know there was one. Included that she had asked at one time, but nobody showed her where it was. Also stated she documented in her own EMR. When asked if her agency faxed the visit notes to the facility, stated she didn't know what the agency did with the information after visits. When asked if she knew that hospice services were to be a service above what the facility provides, included bathes, she stated yes, but I am the only one that does them.
During an interview and observation on 03/29/23 at 07:56 AM, DON B was observed replacing the hospice binder back on the shelf for R24. Hospice binder now contains an updated care plan, and sign in area for all visits. Hospice binder still contains no visit notes, just the sign in form.
During an interview on 03/29/23 at 09:28 AM, Social Worker (SW) K stated, hospice used to join in the care conferences before Covid, as well as activities. Also stated hospice have their own Interdisciplinary team meetings (IDT), since Covid they don't participate. SW K added that hospice will call if there is a change, or a concern and she does talk to the hospice social worker.
During an interview on 03/29/23 at 04:17 PM, DON B stated the hospice CNA are doing all the baths/showers 2 times a week. Writer clarified that facility CNAs are not providing bathes but signing them out in the electronic medical record (EMR) on the date's hospice aide provided them. DON B stated she would talk to the unit manager to clarify information.
During an interview and observation on 04/03/23 at 10:14 AM, LPN M Stated the hospice CNAs was giving R24 a shower at this time. Also stated she went in the shower room to provide wound care to the pressure ulcer. Writer asked if the 2 scabs were present beside the open pressure ulcer, M stated yes. Included she applied a barrier cream to the area and then applied a dressing over the open pressure ulcer, not the 2 stabbed ones. Observation of the hospice CNA bringing R24 out of the shower room with wet hair and wheeled her to her room.
Record review on 04/04/23 does not reflect any hospice visit notes in the hospice binder or in the EMR from notes scanned in. Nor did it reflect any combined interdisciplinary team meetings or jointed case conferences.
Record review of R24 care plan with focus of hospice was initiated on 11/05/21. Goal was initiated on 11/05/21, revision on 12/28/22 and target date of 04/30/23 with no changes to this goal. Interventions initiated on 11/05/21 with six basic hospice interventions. No changes, additions or updates after 11/05/21. Did not reflect any coordination of care with hospice care including both the most recent hospice plan of care and a description of the services furnished by the LTC facility to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Hospice binder reflected a totally different plan of care that the hospice team follows.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain infection control practices during wound care for one (Resident # 13) resident and failed to label/store oxygen tubi...
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain infection control practices during wound care for one (Resident # 13) resident and failed to label/store oxygen tubing in a sanitary manner for one (Resident # 27) resident out of 16 residents reviewed for infection control standards, resulting in the potential for cross contamination and increased risk of facility acquired infections.
Findings include:
Review of the medical record revealed that Resident #27 (R27) initially admitted to facility 11/23/21 with most recent facility readmission 5/21/22 with diagnoses including vascular dementia, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/15/23 revealed that R27 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 5 (severe cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R27 required two-person extensive assist with bed mobility, transfers, and toilet use and was independent with eating after set up. Section O of same MDS indicated that R27 utilized oxygen while a resident at the facility.
On 3/27/23 at 12:50 PM, Resident # 27 (R27) was observed sitting at the edge of the bed with the over the bed table positioned directly in front of her. An oxygen concentrator was noted at the bedside positioned by the wall at the foot of bed. Undated nasal cannula oxygen tubing was connected to the concentrator and laying on the floor. R27 stated that she intermittently wore oxygen and had worn off and on over the last few days. An oxygen tubing storage bag was not noted attached to or around the concentrator.
During on observation on 3/27/23 at 1:40 PM, R27 was observed lying in bed, on back, in personal nightgown. Oxygen concentrator remained off with the undated oxygen tubing connected and draped across bedside chair positioned beside the concentrator. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) W was observed to enter room, obtain vital signs, turn oxygen concentrator on, pick up oxygen tubing off of bedside chair and assist R27 with placement of nasal cannula tubing at nose as stated that R27's oxygen saturation was 85% (percent) on room air.
On 3/28/23 at 8:28 AM, R27 was observed lying in bed watching TV. Undated oxygen tubing was observed to be attached to the concentrator at the foot of bed and draped across bedside chair positioned directly beside concentrator. An oxygen tubing storage bag was not noted attached to or around the concentrator.
In an interview on 3/28/23 at 3:14 PM, DON B stated that the facilities oxygen services were contracted and that a technician from the contracted company changed oxygen tubing, cleaned concentrator filters, and replaced portable oxygen tanks on a weekly basis. DON B stated that the technician placed printed stickers on the oxygen tubing which indicated the date changed and attached a plastic bag to the concentrator for the storage of the oxygen tubing when not in use. DON B further stated that if R27's oxygen tubing had been replaced by the contracted oxygen company, a printed label that contained the date would have been attached and there would have been a plastic bag attached to the concentrator for storage of the oxygen tubing when not in use. Per DON B, the expectation would be for oxygen tubing to be dated and stored in the bag attached to the concentrator when not in use and replaced prior to resident use if noted to be undated or observed on the floor or furniture.
In a policy titled, Job Title: Nursing Home Supply Technician Responsibility Outline provided by DON B and confirmed to be utilized by the facility for oxygen procedures stated, SUMMARY: To accurately monitor the shipping, receiving, and stocking of inventory to meet the needs of all nursing homes, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes the following .Identifying all oxygen clients within the Nursing Homes, changing all related tubing, masks, cannula .Responsible for clearly labeling all new tubing and supplies with the date/initials for nebulizer's and oxygen .
Resident #13 (R13)
On 3/29/23 at 2:09 PM R13 was observed sitting in her recliner chair waiting for treatment to her pressure ulcer on her right heel. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) X placed paper towel on floor and placed clean dressing supplies on top of the paper towel. LPN X placed gloves on the paper towel. Fingers of the gloves had touched the carpet.
Director of Nursing (DON) B was interviewed on 3/29/23 at 4:40 PM and it was not acceptable to set up dressing change supplies on the floor.
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #27 (R27)
Review of the medical record revealed that R27 initially admitted to facility 11/23/21 with most recent facil...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #27 (R27)
Review of the medical record revealed that R27 initially admitted to facility 11/23/21 with most recent facility readmission on [DATE] with diagnoses including vascular dementia, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/15/23 revealed that R27 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 5 (severe cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R27 required two-person extensive assist with bed mobility, transfers, and toilet use and was independent with eating after set up. Section H of same MDS revealed that R27 was always incontinent of bowel and bladder.
Review of R27's medical record completed with the following findings noted:
Order dated 3/8/23 at 11:21 AM stated, Ampicillin Capsule 500 MG (milligrams). Give 1 capsule by mouth three time a day for uti (urinary tract infection) for 5 days with a 3/8/23 1600 (4:00 PM) start date and a 3/13/23 end date noted.
Medication Administration Record (MAR) dated 3/1/2023-3/31/2023 reflected order for Ampicillin Capsule 500 MG. Give 1 capsule by mouth three times a day for uti for 5 days with a start date of 3/8/23 at 1600 with corresponding administration times of 0800 (8:00 AM), 1600 (4:00 PM), and 2000 (8:00 PM). The 3/8/23 1600 and 2000 administration boxes noted to be blank reflecting that the antibiotic was not administered with the 3/9/23 0800 through 3/13/23 0800 boxes initialed by assigned nurse as administered.
In an interview on 3/29/23 at 11:40 AM, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) V stated that upon review of resident specific symptoms and the urine culture and sensitivity report, the prescribing physician would generally order antibiotic treatment for a specific frequency and duration and that if any doses of the treatment course were missed, for any reason, that the physician should be updated so that the duration of the antibiotic course could be extended to complete the entire treatment course.
Upon review of R27's ordered antibiotic treatment course, ADON V confirmed that the initial 2 doses were missed, stated that the physician should have been contacted and that the order should have been rewritten so that the full five-day antibiotic course was received. ADON V confirmed that only 13 of the 15 ordered antibiotic doses were administered contributing to the potential for ineffective infection treatment and the return of R27's UTI symptoms.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to monitor antibiotic regimen in 2 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications (Resident #27 & #33), resulting in increased risk of development of multiple drug resistant organisms and complications related to antibiotic use. Findings include:
Resident #33 (R33)
On 3/28/23 at 12:27 PM, R33 was observed sitting in a wheelchair in his room.
R33's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed he had diagnoses of Parkinson's, depression, renal insufficiency, and a neurogenic bladder. R33 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), a short performance-based cognitive screener for nursing home residents, score of 10 (08-12 Moderate Impairment).
R33's October 2022 Medication Administration Record (MAR) reflected Cipro 500 milligrams (mg) was ordered twice a day on 10/26/22. R33's December 2022 and January 2023 MAR reflected Cipro 250 mg was ordered for 7 days was and started on 12/31/22, then in January, was continued for 90 days for recurrent UTI.
Physician Order dated 1/09/23 at 9:06 PM indicated order to straight catheter R33 every 8 hours and as needed and to use 10 French catheters.
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) V was interviewed on 3/29/23 at 8:11 AM and stated R33 was taking an antibiotic prophylactically due to recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI). ADON V stated she didn't feel the UTI's were from contamination during intermittent catheter procedure. ADON V stated R33 had an UTI October and December 2022 and the organism for both infections were K Pneumonia. Revised McGeer Criteria for Infection Surveillance Checklist form indicated R33's date of infection was 10/26/22. There were no symptoms checked. On the bottom of the same form indicated Cipro ordered for UTI prophylaxis, urinalysis pending, increased confusion.
Revised McGeer Criteria for Infection Surveillance Checklist for UTI without indwelling catheter criteria must fulfill both 1 and 2:
1. At least one of the following: 1. acute pain/swelling/tenderness of testes/epididymis, or prostate; fever or leukocytosis and at least one of following: acute costovertebral angle pain or tenderness, suprapubic pain, gross hematuria, new or marked increase in incontinence, new or marked increase in urgency new or marked increase in frequency; if no fever or leukocytosis, the 2 or more of following: suprapubic pain, gross hematuria, new or marked increase in incontinence, new or marked increase in urgency, new or marked increase in frequency.
2. At least one of microbiologic criteria.
Physician Progress Note dated 10/26/22 revealed under plan was Patient reported to have increased confusion, recent fall, also cloudy and malodorous urine, patient with neurogenic bladder requiring intermittent straight cath [catheter], increased risk of urinary tract infection, UA was collected, pending results, will give one one-time dose of ciprofloxfloxacin 500 mg p.o. [by mouth], will await for culture and sensitivity.
R33's Laboratory Report, date of collection was 10/24/22, indicated he did meet microbiologic criteria.
During the same interview, 3/29/23 at 8:11 AM, ADON V stated she did not keep track of urine analysis (UA) that were ordered; if the physician treated the urine, then she logged it on McGreer's documentation sheets.
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 and implement comprehensive care plans for 10...
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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 and implement comprehensive care plans for 10 (Resident #5, #13, #22, #24, #27, #28, #39, #47, #48, #58) of 16 reviewed, resulting in the potential for unmet care needs.
Findings include:
Resident # 5
Review of the medical record reflected that Resident # 5 (R5) admitted to facility 5/22/21 with diagnoses including stage 2 pressure ulcer, type 2 diabetes mellitus, anemia, and muscle weakness. Review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/2/23 revealed that R5 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 9 (moderate cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R5 required two-person extensive assist with bed mobility, transfers, toilet use, and supervision with meals after setup. Section M of same MDS indicated that R5 was at risk for developing pressure injuries and was not on a turning/repositioning program.
In an observation on 3/27/23 at 11:54 AM, R5 was observed sitting in a Broda (wheelchair that provides supportive positioning) wheelchair in dining room with soft green padded boots in place at bilateral heels. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Z confirmed that she was familiar with R5 and that resident had a left heel pressure ulcer, a surgical wound at right great toe, a healed pressure ulcer to coccyx, and a healed right thigh abrasion.
Review of R5's Health Status Note dated 3/3/23 at 10:30 AM stated, .Staff also detected an open area to the left heel. Measurements are 4.0cm L x 3.0 cm W. No depth. Area appears to be a blister that is now open. Loose skin around edges, wound bed pink to dark red. Resident does have diabetic shoes but has not been wearing these. She does [NAME] slippers on most days. Resident has an APM (alternating pressure mattress) to her bed resident does wear heel lift boots when she is in her chair .
R5's Health Status Note dated 3/15/23 at 9:59 AM stated, IDT met to discuss the treatment on the Left heel .New order to apply green boots at all times to protect the heel from pressure R/T (related to) this resident is not moving as much at this time .
R5's Health Status Note dated 3/16/23 at 4:08 PM stated, The resident has a wound to the Left heel. The peri wound is pink in color with a small amount of bloody drainage that has no Oder (odor) present. The wound bed is filled with dry Eschar, the measurement to the peri wound is 3.0cm L x 3.0cm W and the Eschar is 2.7cm L x 2.7 W .
R5's Health Status Note dated 3/24/23 at 12:46 PM stated, The resident Left heel has dry Eschar noted with no drainage or odor at this time. This area of eschar measures 2.7L cm x 2.7W cm .
Review of R5's comprehensive care plans revealed a Care Plan Focus, I am at risk Skin integrity impairment . with 5/23/21 initiation and 11/29/22 revision date; a Care Plan Goal, My skin will remain intact but if I develop skin breakdown it will resolve without complication with 5/23/21 initiation and 11/29/22 revision date; and Care Plan Interventions to Apply barrier cream with brief changes as needed, Encourage to turn and reposition resident as she will tolerate, and a newly initiated intervention on 3/3/23 I wear Bilateral [NAME] boots while in bed to protect bilateral heels and since revised to reflect 3/14/23 order I wear Bilateral [NAME] boots at all times to protect bilateral heels. A review of call Care Plan Interventions for the I am at risk Skin integrity impairment Care Plan Focus was not noted to include any additional resident centered pressure reduction interventions that were in place including the APM (alternating pressure mattress) or gel cushion. A review of all care plans revealed that no care plan had been formulated at the time of the 3/3/23 identification, or since, to reflect R5's actual impairment in skin integrity--the left heel pressure injury.
In an interview on 3/28/23 at 2:52 PM, DON B stated that she was familiar with R5, had assessed and documented on her left heel wound at onset but that LPN/UM O had since assumed R5's wound management. DON B stated that she was informed of R5's left heel wound by the assigned nurse on 3/3/23 and confirmed that R5's wound presented as a facility acquired pressure injury with the 3/3/23 assessment. Per DON B, although R5's care plan did not reflect, an APM mattress and gel cushion in wheelchair had been in place prior to the formation of the left heel ulcer but that no intervention had been in place to offload heels prior to the formation of the left heel wound as the soft green boots were implemented at the time of the ulcer identification. DON B also acknowledged that a care plan to reflect R5's actual impairment in skin integrity had not been developed upon the 3/3/23 identification, or since, to reflect the ongoing left heel pressure injury.
Resident #27
Review of the medical record revealed that Resident #27 (R27) initially admitted to facility 11/23/21 with most recent facility readmission 5/21/22 with diagnoses including vascular dementia, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/15/23 revealed that R27 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 5 (severe cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R27 required two-person extensive assist with bed mobility, transfers, and toilet use and was independent with eating after set up. Section O of MDS indicated that R27 utilized oxygen while a resident at the facility. Section J of same MDS reflected that R27 experienced occasional pain and received scheduled pain medication.
On 3/27/23 at 12:50 PM, R27 was observed sitting at the edge of the bed with the over the bed table positioned directly in front of her. An oxygen concentrator was noted at the bedside positioned by the wall at the foot of bed. Undated nasal cannula oxygen tubing was connected to the concentrator and laying on the floor. R27 stated that she intermittently wore oxygen and had worn off and on over the last few days.
During on observation on 3/27/23 at 1:40 PM, R27 was observed lying in bed, on back, in personal nightgown. Oxygen concentrator remained off with the undated oxygen tubing connected and draped across bedside chair positioned beside the concentrator. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) W was observed to enter room, obtain vital signs, turn oxygen concentrator on, pick up oxygen tubing off of bedside chair and assist R27 with placement of nasal cannula tubing at nose as stated that R27's oxygen saturation was 85% (percent) on room air.
Review of R27's medical record completed with the following findings noted:
Order dated 6/15/22 at 10:54 AM stated, Oxygen 3L (liters) continuous every shift for SPO2 (percentage of oxygen in blood) level above 90.
Medication Administration Record (MAR) dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 indicated multiple dates where R27's oxygen level was documented to be at 90% (percent) or below including 3/2 = 90%, 3/6 = 90%, 3/9 = 90%, 3/11 = 90%, 3/12 = 90% and 89%, 3/13 = 87%, 3/14 = 90%, 3/15 = 90%, 3/16 = 90%, 3/19 = 85%, 3/20 = 90% and 88%, 3/21 = 90%, 3/22 = 90%, 3/23 = 90%, 3/24 = 90%, 3/25 = 90%, 3/26 = 90%, 3/27 = 90%, 3/28 = 90%.
Order dated 3/20/23 at 11:18 AM stated, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Tablet 5-325 (an opioid pain reliever for moderate to severe pain) MG (milligram). Give 1 tablet by mouth three times a day for chronic back pain.
Order dated 2/24/23 at 12:35 PM and discontinued 3/20/23 stated, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen Tablet 5-325 MG. Give 1 tablet three times a day for Pain AND Give 1 tablet by mouth every 12 hours as needed for KNEE PAIN for 2 days.
Order dated 2/24/23 at 12:33 PM stated, Aspercreme Lidocaine External Patch 4% (topical pain relief patch). Apply to LEFT KNEE topically one time a day for PAIN.
Order dated 11/23/21 at 12:43 PM stated Gabapentin Capsule (medication used in the treatment of nerve pain) 400 MG. Give 1 tablet by mouth three times a day for Pain.
Order dated 11/23/21 at 12:43 PM stated, Acetaminophen Tablet 650 MG (a pain medication used to treat mild or chronic pain). Give 1 tablet by mouth every 4 hours as needed for General Discomfort.
MAR dated 3/1/23 - 3/31/23 reflected that R27 received as needed Acetaminophen four times from 3/2/23 to 3/19/23 for breakthrough pain.
Health Status Note dated 3/4/23 at 6:53 PM stated, .needs to be reminded to leave her oxygen on.
Default PN (progress note) Type for eMAR (electronic medication administration record) dated 3/4/23 at 8:30 PM stated, .Encouraged to keep oxygen in place.
Heath Status Note dated 3/9/23 at 7:03 PM stated, .when staff goes in room, we remind and help her to get her oxygen on.
Default PN Type for eMar dated 3/12/23 at 8:33 PM stated, .O2 (oxygen) applied.
Default PN Type for eMar dated 3/13/23 at 9:16 PM stated, .O2 applied.
Health Status Note dated 3/19/23 at 2:12 PM stated, .has allowed us to put her cannula on but she only wear it for a few minutes before removing it again.
Pain assessment dated [DATE] and 8/29/22 reflected that R27 had frequent pain rated at a 5 (moderately strong pain) on a numeric rating scale of 0 to 10.
Pain assessment dated [DATE] reflected that R27 had frequent pain rated at a 6 (moderately strong pain that interferes with normal daily activities) on a numeric rating scale of 0 to 10.
Pain assessment dated [DATE] reflected that R27 had occasional pain rated at a 6 on a numeric rating scale of 0 to 10.
Review of all active care plans reflected no pain/discomfort care plan focus, goal, or interventions for R27's ongoing pain with no other active care plan noted to include active interventions to address the pain.
Review of all active care plans reflected no respiratory or oxygen related care plan focus, goal, or interventions for R27's ongoing oxygen order and usage with no other active care plan noted to include an active intervention for oxygen usage.
In an interview on 3/29/23 at 8:38 AM, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) J confirmed familiarity with R27 although stated that she was not assigned to her that shift. CNA J stated that R27 was supposed to wear oxygen but that she did not always like to so, we encourage it as much as we possibly can. CNA J stated that she would review the Kardex to identify a resident's care needs and stated that she was aware of R27's oxygen needs as she believed that it was listed on the Kardex. Upon review of R27's Kardex, CNA J stated, It looks like I misspoke. That would be something that I would have to ask the nurse about as confirmed that the Kardex did not indicate oxygen usage. CNA J acknowledged that she would have no way of knowing R27's oxygen requirements based on review of the Kardex.
In an interview on 3/29/23 at 11:40 AM, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) V stated that R27's oxygen related care plan had been resolved in November of 2022 as resident was routinely refusing to wear oxygen. Per ADON V, R27's oxygen order remained active, at that time, as was ordered by the pulmonologist and although oxygen was not being utilized, the physician did not want it discontinued. ADON V reviewed March 2023 nursing progress notes, confirmed that resident had been wearing the ordered oxygen, and stated that a care plan would be formulated to reflect R27's oxygen usage.
In a follow up interview on 3/29/23 at 1:00 PM, ADON V stated that an individualized comprehensive care plan would be formulated based on a resident's assessment and that typically each resident would have a care plan for activities of daily living, falls, skin, and pain. ADON V stated that R27 would have a pain care plan, proceeded to review all of R27's active care plans, and confirmed absence of a pain care plan. ADON V stated that she did not know why R27's pain care plan would have been resolved as pain continued to be an active issue for resident and stated that she would be formulating an active pain care plan for R27.
ADON V stated that part of the comprehensive assessment process included the review of all care plans and that care plans were typically revised or initiated, as warranted, at that time. ADON V further stated that care plans were reviewed and revised at the daily IDT (interdisciplinary) meeting based on the MDS schedule, as well.
Resident #47
Review of the medical record reflected that Resident #47 (R47) was readmitted to facility on 9/9/22 with diagnoses including Alzheimer's disease, muscle weakness, difficulty in walking, osteoarthritis, and peripheral autonomic neuropathy. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/19/23 revealed that R47 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool) score of 7 (severe cognitive impairment). Section G of MDS revealed that R47 required one-person extensive assist with bed mobility, two-person extensive assist with transfers and toilet use, and supervision with meals after set up. Section H of MDS revealed that R47 was always incontinent of bowel and bladder. Section M of same MDS reflected that R47 was at risk for developing pressure injuries, had one Stage 2 pressure injury that was not present upon admission/entry or reentry, was receiving pressure injury care, and was not on a turning/repositioning schedule. The MDS with an ARD of 12/17/22 indicated that R47 was at risk for developing pressure injuries, had one stage 2 pressure injury that was not present upon admission/entry or reentry, was receiving pressure injury care and was not on a turning/repositioning program.
In an observation on 3/27/23 at 11:23 AM, R47 was observed sleeping in bed, on back, dressed in facility gown. The foot and head of bed was noted to be elevated slightly with R47's legs observed to be extended straight out.
In an observation and interview on 3/30/23 at 10:36 AM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Z was observed to complete R47's wound care. LPN Z was observed to assist R47 to a left side lying position, unfasten brief with gloved hands, and remove foam bordered dressing from coccyx. Coccyx observed to present with small superficial wound with pink epithelial tissue in base. Tissue surrounding wound noted to present with intact skin normal flesh tone in appearance. LPN Z stated that R47's wound location was at his coccyx and that the wound was continuing to gradually improve.
Review of R47's medical record completed with the following findings noted:
Nursing readmission assessment and nursing readmission progress note both dated 9/9/22 at 10:30 PM indicated coccyx redness.
Review of progress notes from 9/10/22 through 10/25/22 complete with no further noted assessment of skin integrity to coccyx/buttock region.
Health Status note dated 10/26/22 at 3:02 PM stated, Res (resident) noted to have open area to bilateral buttocks and coccyx with staging and measurements as follows: Left buttocks stage II (2) 0.6cm (centimeters) x 0.7cm and stage II 1.9cm x 1.0cm both wound beds are pink with no drainage or foul odor noted. Left buttocks Stage II 0.2cm x 0.2cm and Stage II 0.4cm x 0.2cm both wound beds pink with no drainage or foul odor noted. Coccyx 2.2cm x 1.0cm with small amount of yellow/white area of slough noted in wound bed. Resident denied pain with assessment and measurement of wounds. Tx (treatment) orders written and gel cushion in place in w/c (wheelchair).
Nurse Practitioner Progress Note dated 10/28/22 stated, .History of Present Illness .Patient seen today to evaluate on coccyx and buttock ulcer .Physical Exam .Skin: Warm and dry, coccyx wound with some yellowish and pinkish base, bilateral gluteal fold open area with pinkish base .Diagnosis and Assessment .Decubitus ulcer of coccyx .Decubitus ulcer, buttock .
Nurse Practitioner Progress Note dated 10/31/22 stated, .Physical Exam .Skin: Warm and dry, coccyx wound with some yellowish and pinkish base, bilateral gluteal fold open area with pinkish base, no surrounding erythema or drainage .
Skin/Wound Note dated 11/4/22 at 4:04 PM stated, Per nurse on unit resident skin impairments on buttocks have improved significantly. Dressings were changed yesterday and duoderm (wound dressing used for partial and full-thickness wounds with exudate) remain in place. Resident cooperative with care at this time. Will continue to monitor for any concerns.
Skin/Wound Note dated 11/11/22 at 1:39 PM stated, Wound assessment complete. No open areas noted to buttocks. All healed. Coccyx area is 0.5cm L (length) x 0.1 W (width) with no depth. Wound bed is pink/silver and healing. Current treatment is effective and will continue until healed. Resident has gel cushion to chair and can shift his position .
Skin/Wound Note dated 11/29/22 at 10:03 AM stated, Wound assessment complete. Measurements today are 2.5cm L x 1.0cm W < (less than) 0.2cm D (depth) .No drainage noted, no odor noted. Current treatment does seem to be effective with cleaning up the wound bed which is light yellow, firmly adhered to base. Small areas of pink tissue noted around perimeter of the wound bed .We will encourage resident to allow head of bed to be decreased and order APM (alternating pressure mattress) .
Skin/Wound Note dated 12/9/22 at 2:57 PM stated, Assessment of coccyx wound. Wound measure 2.5cm L x 0.5cm W which is an improvement. Wound bed is clearing up with pink/white areas present. No yellow noted this date .APM is now in place .
Skin/Wound Note dated 12/16/22 at 11:15 AM stated, Wound assessment complete. Buttock wound measures 2.0cm L x 0.7cm W - located on left buttock upper area close to gluteal cleft, but tucked inside left side. Wound bed is white today - no odor or pain noted with care. Will continue current treatment for another week to see if wound bed cleans up. If not, then treatment will be changed .
Skin/Wound Note dated 12/29/22 at 11:00 AM stated, Wound assessment complete. Wound to coccyx measuring 2.0cm L x 0.7cm W x <0.1 cm D. Wound bed is pink/silver and has moved closer to the surface. No slough noted .
Skin/Wound Note dated 1/13/23 at 10:40 AM stated, Assessment of open area to gluteal cleft. Area measuring 1.7cm L x 0.7cm W x <0.1cm D. Wound is decreased in size since last measurement. There is a small streak of tissue running down the center of the wound that is epithelial tissue and showing signs of healing. No drainage noted .
Skin/Wound Note dated 1/20/23 at 2:00 PM stated, Assessment of coccyx wound. Measurements today are 1.5cm L x 0.5cm W. with less than 0.2 D. Wound bed is 50% pink (on the right side) and 50% yellow (on the left side.) No drainage noted .
Skin/Wound Note dated 1/27/23 at 1:15 PM stated, Wound assessment to coccyx. Area measuring 1.7cm L x 0.7cm W with <0.2cm D .Slough noted to wound bed some firmly attached, some loosening up in other areas .Wound appears to be stalled. Will consult with physician to see if a collagen dressing might be beneficial in prompting healing .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/3/23 at 1:20 PM stated, Wound assessment complete. Wound measurements today are 2.0cm L x 0.5cm W <0.2cm D. Wound bed is cleaner this assessment. New pink tissue present along with decreased slough .Will continue with current treatment and continue to assess for progress .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/10/23 at 1:15 PM stated, Wound assessment complete. Wound measurements today are 1.5cm L x 0.5cm W x <0.2cm D. Wound bed continues with pink wound bed. Measurements are smaller this assessment .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/17/23 at 10:00 AM stated, Assessment of coccyx area. Wound continues to decrease in size with measurements today of 1.3cm L x 0.3cm W x <0.2cm D. Wound bed pink with very small silver/white area to the center of the wound .Current treatment will continue .
Skin/Wound Note dated 2/24/23 at 3:31 PM stated, Coccyx area assessed today. Area measures 1.3cm L x 0.3cm W. wound bed is moving closer to the surface. Wound bed is pink .
Skin/Wound Note dated 3/3/23 at 10:30 AM stated, Assessment to inner buttock gluteal area complete. Measurement today at 1.5cm L x 0.3cm W with <0.2cm depth noted. Wound continues to remain stalled. Wound bed is pink with some white areas noted .Treatment changed to collagen matrix dressing .
Health Status Note dated 3/15/23 at 9:40 AM stated, IDT (interdisciplinary team) met to discuss the wound to the left gluteal fold. This residents wound is pink in the wound bed and has no drainage noted at this time .
Health Status Note dated 3/16/23 at 12:42 PM stated, This resident has a wound to the left inner buttock gluteal that measures in size 1.5cm l x 0.2w. The wound bed remains pink .
Health Status Noted dated 3/23/23 at 2:34 PM stated, This resident has a open area on the left gluteal fold with measurements of 1.5cm L x 0.2cm W. The area remains pink in color in the wound bed .Treatment was changed to clean with soap and water, pat dry then apply Calazime (a zinc oxide skin protectant cream) and barrier cream to the area and cover with proximal (a foam bordered dressing).
Review of R47's comprehensive care plans revealed a Care Plan Focus, SKIN INTEGRITY - I am at risk for impaired skin integrity R/T (related to): Impaired Mobility with Goal My skin will remain intact and free of pressure ulcers/injuries, and other skin impairments with Interventions Assist me with frequent turning and repositioning as I will allow; Be sure to dry my skin thoroughly after bathing, especially in skin folds; Observe skin daily for changes such as redness, maceration, open areas. Report to my nurse; Provide diet and supplements as ordered; and Use a skin barrier cream to my buttocks and peri area. The Care Plan Focus, Care Plan Goal, and Care Plan Interventions were all indicated to have an 8/29/22 date of initiation with no revision dates or updates reflecting implementation of additional interventions at the time of R47's 9/9/22 facility readmission or at the time of the 10/26/22 identification of coccyx/buttock pressure injuries. A review of all care plans revealed that no care plan had been formulated at the time of the 10/26/22 identification, or since, to reflect R47's actual alteration in skin integrity-the coccyx/buttock pressure injuries.
In an interview on 3/30/23 at 2:04 PM, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) V confirmed that R47 did not have a pressure injury to the coccyx/buttock region at 9/9/22 facility readmission stating that the MDS with an ARD of 9/16/22 reflected the Stage 2 pressure injury to the foot that R47 was readmitted with. ADON V Stated that a Certified Nurse Aide alerted her to R47's alterations in skin integrity on 10/26/22 and that upon assessment, noted several pressure injuries to coccyx and buttock region, followed up with physician, and initiated treatments. ADON V stated that she also would have reviewed R47's pressure reduction precautions, at that time, but stated that she did not recall whether a gel cushion was already in place or was implemented at that time and did not know when the APM mattress was implemented as the care plan did not reflect interventions for either and acknowledged that there was no evidence that any pressure reduction devices were in place at R47's 9/9/23 readmission and that no care plan had been formulated at time of identification, or since, to reflect R47's coccyx/buttock pressure injury.
In an email received on 3/28/23 at 4:30 PM, DON B indicated that the facility utilizes that RAI (Resident Assessment Instrument) for care plan development and revision. Review of the CMS's (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) RAI Version 3.0 Manual dated October 2019 revealed, 4.7 The RAI and Care Planning .the comprehensive care plan is an interdisciplinary communication tool. It must include measurable objectives and time frames and must describe the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being .The care plan should be revised on an ongoing basis to reflect changes in the resident and the care that the resident is receiving .
Resident #22
Review of an admission Record revealed Resident #22 (R22) admitted to the facility on [DATE] with pertinent diagnoses which included displaced intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing, iron deficiency, osteoporosis, hypothyroidism, and anxiety. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD) of 3/1/23, reflected R22 scored 10 out of 15 (moderately cognitively impaired) on the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS-a cognitive screening tool). The same MDS reflected R22 required limited assist of one staff member to ambulate, toilet, and perform personal hygiene tasks but required extensive assistance of one person for bed mobility (how resident moves to and from lying position, turns side to side, and positions body while in bed or alternate sleep furniture) needs.
In an observation and interview on 03/27/23 at 10:24 AM, R22 was sitting in her recliner chair, watching television. R22 was wearing standard socks and did not have her heels floated. R22 reported that she is just sitting here, making my butt more sore and getting more sores. I just sit on my bottom all the time. I sit on a special cushion, but it still doesn't make it comfortable. R22 also reported that she has a special mattress on her bed but they can't get me to sleep in the bed. It's just me, the chair is more uncomfortable, but I just prefer it. The bed is worse [than the chair], it really hurts my back. When asked if R22 had ever tried sleeping in her bed, she reported that she slept in her bed one time and will not do it again.
Review of a Health Status Note on 1/31/2023 at 6:30 PM revealed upon admission, R22 was reported to have bilateral buttocks and midline spine are red, barrier cream order completed. Resident has a L (left) hip incision with 23 staples, well approximated, no drainage noted.
Review of the Initial Nursing assessment dated [DATE] revealed at the time of admission, R22's skin assessment revealed no pressure ulcers, only evidence of bilateral buttocks, red dry skin healed.
Review of a Care Conference note dated 2/8/23 revealed R22's present problem list included anemia, hypothyroidism, HTN (hypertension), anxiety, low body weight. Has surgical wound, healed pressure wound.
Review of the at Skin Integrity Impairment Care Plan initiated 2/1/23 revealed R22 had actual skin integrity impairment due to a surgical incision and bruising. Interventions dated 2/1/23 included apply protective barrier cream after peri care and prn (as needed), assist with frequent position changes while in bed and up in chair, encourage me to float heels while in bed and off of the footrest of the recliner, keep my skin clean and dry, monitor my skin with routine care and report any open areas, redness, or areas of concern to my nurse, provide and encourage adequate nutrition and hydration, and skin assessment to be completed on first shower day of the week. There was no indication of a turning and repositioning program on the MDS or a pressure reduction mattress or gel cushion for the wheelchair or recliner upon admission. Furthermore, there were no additional interventions added after the discovery of the worsening of R22's pressure ulcers.
In an observation on 03/28/23 at 11:27 AM, R22 was seated in her recliner with her feet on the ground and leaning over onto her left hip. R22 was wearing standard socks and did not have her heels floated. When asked R22 why she was leaning onto her left side, R22 stated it's this chair. R22 reported that staff does not encourage her to shift her weight or lean side to side in her chair, but her (family member) will remind her when he comes in to visit.
In an observation on 03/28/23 at 02:28 PM, R22 was seated in her recliner, feet planted on the ground without her heels being floated. R22 was observed in the same position as the previous observation; leaned over onto her left side.
In an observation on 03/28/23 at 04:27 PM, R22 was seen seated in her recliner with her feet on the ground, watching television. R22 did not have her heels floated and was leaned over onto her left side, in the same position as the previous two observations.
Review of R22's medical record revealed the following Health Status Notes regarding skin assessments and pressure ulcer characteristics:
2/1/2023 at 5:15 PM . Pt (patient) has a blister to left buttock.
3/13/23 at 3:15 PM .assessed (R22's) buttock wound, observing left side of buttock is red in color, dry, with peeling skin present, one area that is open and red on left buttock measuring 0.8cm (centimeters) x 0.8 cm, no drainage. Medial coccyx open area measuring 1.8cm x 0.8cm, wound bed yellow slough no drainage present. Small open area below other coccyx wound measuring 0.5cm x 0.3cm, wound bed red. No odor to wound, slightly painful to resident at times when sitting. (R22) has gel cushion in place asresident [sic] spends a lot of time in her recliner.
3/24/23 at 11:14 AM .assessed (R22's) bottom, area remains. (R22) has open area in the medial coccyx. Area measures 2.0L X 0.5W X0.2D, wound bed is now covered in slough .wound appears to have gotten worse from last measurements, and nowhas [sic] depth to the wound. (R22) had a small area below this that was open, this area is now included into the entire wound. (R22) has a small open area on the left buttock, measurements are 0.5x0.5m, wound bed is red, with no slough present .she prefers to remain in herrecliner [sic] for most of her days and nights.
3/30/2023 at 3:26 PM . assessed (R22) buttock wound, located on the coccyx. Wound measures 2.2cm X 1.2 cm, wound bed is covered in slough, this wound is considered unstageable. Wound bed has no odor after cleaning, no drainage present on calcium alginate that wasremoved [sic]. Peri wound is intact, slightly dry but getting better. New tx (treatment) in place r/t (related to) not making good progress .
Review of the Care Plan and Kardax revealed no gel cushion in the recliner listed as an intervention for wound and wound prevention.
In an interview on 03/29/23 at 03:36 PM, Unit Manager (UM) T reported R22 had reddened areas when she came in but no open pressure ulcers upon admission. Interventions at the time of admission included barrier cream, ensuring R22 had a gel cushion on her chair, and a turning and repositioning schedule. UM T also reported that R22 can stand and move about and walk to and from places to get the circulation going. We've instructed her that she needs to do that. UM T also reported that Care Plans are updated as a team and current interventions should be included in the care plan.
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CONCERN
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Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
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Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have sufficient nursing staff to provide care and feeding assistance in a census of 63, resident council, and in two of 16 residents interv...
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Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to have sufficient nursing staff to provide care and feeding assistance in a census of 63, resident council, and in two of 16 residents interviewed regarding staffing (Resident #13 & #39), resulting in long wait times for assistance, discomfort, and the potential for decreased quality of care. Findings include:
During an interview on 3/27/23 at 10:30 AM, Resident #36 (R36) stated it took one hour to get a response to answer the call light, and it was worse on weekends. R36 stated on Saturday there were 2 certified nurse assistants (CNAs) on the unit, and they shared one nurse with another unit.
Resident #13 (R13) was interviewed on 3/28/23 at 8:30 AM and stated she often would be left sitting on the toilet to long, for about 45 minutes, waiting for staff assitance.
During a confidential staff interview during the survey from 3/27/23 to 4/04/23, staff stated they were short on staff, and they need more help.
During a confidential staff interview during the survey from 3/27/23 to 4/04/23, staff on North 1 stated they did not get a lunch break on the day of the interview due to staffing needs.
During a confidential resident council meeting on 3/27/23 at 1:30 PM with nine residents in attendance, they stated the biggest concern was not having enough help. The wait for assistance to and from the bathroom was a half hour to 45 minutes; all residents in meeting were in agreement. A resident stated staff didn't have time to wait for her to go the bathroom, staff had to leave and help someone else before they could assist her again. Resident Council stated weekend staffing was worse.
In review of 12/21/22 Resident Council minutes, a resident stated that sometimes the bathroom schedule was hard because four women shared the same bathroom, and they seem to all have to go at the same time.
2/20/23 Resident Council minutes revealed a concern that there were not enough CNAs at night.
In review of 1/24/22 Resident Council minutes, New Business revealed .Call light times and waiting to get in bathroom or get out of bathroom were discussed as an ongoing issue .
Confidential staff was interviewed during the survey from 3/27/23 to 4/04/23 stated.
second shift was the toughest to meet care needs, two CNA's have 15 to 20 residents on North 2 unit.
On 3/29/23 at 12:15 the lunch meal cart was observed delivered on North 2 unit. There were no trays being passed in the North 2 dining room, 7 residents were waiting for lunch to be served.
3/29/23 at 12:26 PM Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) W stated North 2 unit had 2 CNA's working, one was in with another resident. LPN W stated they passed all the trays to residents that did not require assistance first, residents that needed assist were passed last.
On 3/29/23 at 12:41 PM, all residents on North 2 unit except for one were served lunch. One certified nurse assistant (CNA) was observed feeding one resident that required assistance. 2 call lights were on at this time.
On 3/29/23 at 12:43 PM 3 residents were observed not eating at all. One resident had chicken that was cut up for her but was spooning her chicken into her desert. Another resident not eating had a supplement shake on her tray that was not opened. Another resident was sitting at a table waiting for the nurse, the nurse was crushing her medications and put them into her ensure supplement. Both CNAs were in the dining room assisting residents.
On 3/29/23 at 12:54 PM CNA had stopped assisting one resident with her lunch to help another resident at another table. The resident the CNA had left to feed herself started coughing, the CNA left other resident she was feeding to go back to assist the resident who had started coughing.
During an interview with Scheduler FF, on 3/29/23 at 9:24 AM, stated they mandate nurses for 4 hours, and certified nurse assistants (CNA's) for up to 8 hours. They use agency nurses to fill in as needed and did not use agency for CNA needs. Scheduler FF stated the Director of Nursing (DON) determined staffing and would add extra as needed. On the same day as the interview, Scheduler stated had 9 CNAs scheduled, for day shift, but had 2 call in's; they did not mandate because they aim to staff higher than needed. Scheduler FF stated on this same day, 3/29/23, they had 2 CNAs on the [NAME] unit (rehabilitation unit) for 12 residents, 1 CNA on the South unit for 4 residents, 2 CNAs were working on North 1 unit with 24 residents, North 2 unit had 2 CNAs for 21 residents. On 3/29/23 had an extra nurse floating, total of 4 nurses and 1 in training. Scheduler FF stated afternoon shift was always the hardest to staff.
During an interview with DON B and Nursing Home Administrator A on 4/04/23 at 9:14 AM, DON B stated the south wing was not open yet, the goal was to spread residents out. DON B stated they had increased the pay scale and incentives; and worked on atmosphere. DON B stated if staff needed help feeding residents, they could call the nursing office for assistance.
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 observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to effectively clean and maintain food service equipment effecting 63 residents, resulting in the increased likelihood for cr...
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Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to effectively clean and maintain food service equipment effecting 63 residents, resulting in the increased likelihood for cross-contamination, bacterial harborage, and decreased interior food service equipment illumination.
Findings include:
On 03/27/23 at 09:44 A.M., An initial tour of the food service was conducted with Director of Food Services E and Dietary [NAME] F. The following items were noted:
The interior and exterior surfaces of the microwave oven were observed heavily soiled with accumulated and encrusted food residue. The interior ceiling surface was also observed extremely soiled with dried accumulated and encrusted food residue.
The Globe stand mixer (backsplash and spindle gear assembly) were observed soiled with accumulated and encrusted food residue.
The interior and exterior surfaces of the Vulcan convection oven(s) were observed soiled with accumulated and encrusted food residue.
The can opener assembly was observed heavily soiled with accumulated and encrusted food residue.
The 2017 FDA Model Food Code section 4-601.11 states: (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.
The interior light bulbs of the Vulcan convection oven(s) were observed non-functional.
The 2017 FDA Model Food Code section 6-303.11 states: The light intensity shall be:
(A) At least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry FOOD storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; (B) At least 215 lux (20 foot candles): (1) At a surface where FOOD is provided for CONSUMER self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or PACKAGED FOODS are sold or offered for consumption, (2) Inside EQUIPMENT such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and (3) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, WAREWASHING, and EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL storage, and in toilet rooms; and (C) At least 540 lux (50 foot candles) at a surface where a FOOD EMPLOYEE is working with FOOD or working with UTENSILS or EQUIPMENT such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where EMPLOYEE safety is a factor.
The wall surface was observed soiled with accumulated food splash, directly behind the twin Cobra Head beverage dispensing assemblies.
The 2017 FDA Model Food Code section 6-501.12 states: (A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing.
The return-air exhaust ventilation grill above the serving line was observed heavily soiled with dust and dirt deposits. The grill assembly measured approximately 24-inches-wide by 30-inches-long. Food Service Director E indicated he would have maintenance thoroughly clean the soiled return-air exhaust ventilation grill as soon as possible.
The mechanical dish machine room return air exhaust ventilation grill was observed heavily soiled with dust and dirt deposits. The grill assembly measured approximately 12-inches-wide by 12-inches-long.
The 2017 FDA Model Food Code section 6-501.14 states: (A) Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned, and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. (B) If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health HAZARD or nuisance or unlawful discharge.
On 03/27/23 at 12:18 P.M., The Main Dining Room hot soup dispenser metal lid was observed open, allowing potential contamination to enter the hot soup dispenser unit. Food Service Director E stated: I will educate staff today.
The 2017 FDA Model Food Code section 3-307.11 states: FOOD shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under Subparts 3-301 -3-306.
On 03/28/23 at 04:30 P.M., Record review of the Policy/Procedure entitled: Equipment dated 09/2017 revealed under Policy Statement: All food service equipment will be clean, sanitary, and in proper working order. Record review of the Policy/Procedure entitled: Equipment dated 09/2017 further revealed under Procedures: (1) All equipment will be routinely cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's directions and training materials. (2) All staff members will be properly trained in the cleaning and maintenance of all equipment. (3) All food contact equipment surfaces will be cleaned and sanitized after every use. (4) All non-food contact equipment surfaces will be clean and free of debris.
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** Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to effectively clean and maintain the physical plant ...
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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to effectively clean and maintain the physical plant effecting 63 residents, resulting in the increased likelihood for cross-contamination and bacterial harborage.
Findings include:
On 03/28/23 at 08:32 A.M., A common area environmental tour was conducted with Maintenance Director C and Maintenance Technician D. The following items were noted:
(North) [NAME] Unit
Nursing Station: The hand sink basin countertop surface was observed cracked and separated along the right-hand corner edge. The damaged countertop surface measured approximately 24-inches-wide by 30-inches-long. The return-air ventilation exhaust grill was also observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits. Maintenance Director C indicated he would have staff replace the damaged countertop slab as soon as possible.
Shower Room: The return-air exhaust ventilation grill was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
Soiled Utility Room: The return-air exhaust ventilation grill was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
(South) [NAME] Unit
Nursing Station: 1 of 2 chairs were observed etched, scored, worn, torn, exposing the inner Styrofoam padding.
Jacuzzi Room: The return-air exhaust ventilation grill was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
Occupational/Physical Therapy: The freezer unit containing therapy cold packs was observed with ice [NAME] protruding from the interior ceiling and from an interior shelving assembly. Maintenance Director C indicated he would have staff defrost the freezing unit as soon as possible.
(North) 1 Unit
Nursing Station Restroom: The return-air exhaust ventilation grill was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
(North) 2 Unit
Shower Room: The shower control valve assembly cover plate was observed etched, scored, corroded. Maintenance Director C stated: We will replace the control valve.
Nursing Station: The oscillating floor fan was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
(South) 1 Unit
Activities Room: 1 of 2 plexiglass door panels were observed broken on the facility Popcorn Machine. The interior surfaces of the Popcorn Machine were also observed soiled with accumulated and encrusted food residue. The interior surfaces of the Microwave Oven were additionally observed soiled with accumulated food residue.
Staff Break Room: The interior surfaces of the Microwave Oven were observed soiled with accumulated and encrusted food residue.
The carpeted hallway corridor flooring surface was observed stained, directly outside of resident room [ROOM NUMBER]. The stained surface measured approximately 18-inches-wide by 24-inches-long.
(South) 2 Unit
Housekeeping Closet: The mop sink basin was observed heavily soiled with accumulated and encrusted soil deposits.
The carpeted hallway flooring surface was observed stained in numerous locations, adjacent to the North 2 Dining Room.
On 03/28/23 at 01:00 P.M., An environmental tour of sampled resident rooms was conducted with Maintenance Director C and Maintenance Technician D. The following items were noted:
30: The flooring surface was observed stained and soiled with accumulated dirt and debris (paper products, Hershey Chocolate Bar wrapper, etc.).
34: The oscillating floor fan was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
35: The oscillating desk fan was observed heavily soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
41: The flooring surface directly in front of the bed was observed soiled with accumulated food debris. The oscillating desk fan was also observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits.
50: The wall surface paint was observed etched, scored, peeling, directly beneath the restroom windowsill.
51: The wall surface paint was observed etched, scored, peeling, adjacent to the restroom exhaust ventilation fan assembly.
53: The oscillating floor fan was observed soiled with accumulated dust and dirt deposits. The carpeted flooring surface was also observed stained in four separate locations directly in front of the Bed.
73: One stained acoustical restroom ceiling tile was observed stained from a previous moisture exposure.
75: The carpeted flooring surface was observed stained in several locations. The wall surface was also observed etched, scored, particulate in two locations, directly behind the power lift chair. Maintenance Director C indicated he would have staff repair the damaged wall surface as soon as possible.
On 03/28/23 at 04:45 P.M., Record review of the Maintenance Work Order Log Sheets for the last 45 days revealed no specific entries related to the aforementioned maintenance concerns.
On 03/28/23 at 05:00 P.M., Record review of the Policy/Procedure entitled: Carpet Vacuuming dated 12/2020 revealed under Policy: To improve carpet cleanliness and longevity by routinely cleaning to provide a healthy and attractive environment.
On 03/28/23 at 05:15 P.M., Record review of the Policy/Procedure entitled: Resident General Room Cleaning dated 12/2020 revealed under Policy: Resident rooms are cleaned daily and deep cleaned monthly.