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32 | During the investigation process, staff were interviewed and overall reported that the resident’s needs were being met in several different ways to include providing care regarding the resident’s catheter bag. It was stated that the resident wanted to be independent, and many times did not ask for assistance. Staff reported that the resident was reminded daily to allow staff to assist him. Staff reported that generally the resident’s catheter bag was on the side of his bed or the side of his wheelchair.
Although the above allegation mentioned may have happened, or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, and the above findings are Unsubstantiated.
Staff are not providing care when resident is toileting.
During the interview process, the Resident Care Director and four staff persons were interviewed. The resident (Resident 1) was not interviewed, as he has since moved. Documents were obtained to include Physicians Report, Admission Agreement, Resident Evaluation/Assessment, Individual Program Plan (IPP), Home Health Agency reports and Medical Notes.
During the investigation process, staff were interviewed and overall, it was stated that the resident always felt the need to use the toilet and empty his bladder; however, he had to be reminded that he did not need to use the toilet, as that was why he had the catheter bag. Staff advised that the resident was assisted several times throughout the day.
Although the above allegation mentioned may have happened, or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, and the above findings are Unsubstantiated. |