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32 | According to (SOC-341) it stated resident #1 (R1) on 07/18/23 was discharged from Grand Park Convalescent where (R1) was treated from 06/26/22 through 07/18/22. On 07/18/22, (R1) returned to Golden Manor Rest Home at 10:45 am. During lunch while sitting in the dinning room, (R1) collapsed and was hospitalized was noted to have been dehydrated by the hospital.
Medical records for (R1), from period 06/20/22 through 10/22/22, (R1) transitioned in and out of hospitals, skilled nursing homes, and Golden Manor Rest Home. During these transitions, (R1’s) medications have remained the same. These prescribed medications such as Dilantin, Flomax, Keppra, and Restoril caused side effects of dehydration or dry mouth according to the National Institute of Health (NIH). In accordance with Medication Administration Records for (R1), medications were taken daily, and no medication was missed or refused.
On 08/25/23 from 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm the Department interviewed (7) out of (65) residents (R2-R7) and (6) out (7) reported having no concerns or issues nor having experienced any symptoms of dry mouth or dehydration. (6) of (7) confirmed there is no shortage of liquids as it is provided with meals, snacks, and medication intakes. Liquids are also available upon request when requested.
On 08/25/23 – 9:30 pm – 3:00 pm, the Department interviewed (4) out (19) staff (S1-S3) and reported residents are provided water with medications. A wide variety of juices, milk, coffee, and tea are available at all meals. There are liquid refreshments available during snacks or in the kitchen upon request. This source was verified by reviewing the facilities menu. During investigation visit on 09/01/23, the Department observed liquid refreshments were distributed to residents between 2:30pm - 3:30pm. (S1-S3) stated (R1) has never been limited or refused liquids.
On 08/30/23 from 10:20 am to 10:30 am, the Department interviewed the responsible party witness (W1) to resident #1 (R1). (W1) who is a frequent visitor to (R1) reported not to have observed (R1) in a dehydrated state. (W1) was complimentary of staff for the care and supervision provided for (R1).
(R1) was interviewed on 08/18/23, however (R1) is unable to communicate and carry on a conversation due to (R1's) health condition. A review of resident #1 (R1’s) Physician’s Report dated 01/30/2021, (R1) is capable of self-care and can feed self and follow instructions.
Based on the information gathered, there is no evidence to support the allegation mentioned above.
(Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099-C)
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