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32 | Allegation: Facility staff did not notify resident's responsible person of wounds requiring medical attention.
It is alleged that Responsible Party (RP) was not notified of wounds to R1’s feet or medical attention needed to residents’ feet. Per RP they were never notified of foot treatment needed for R1. Per staff interviews 5 out of 5 staff stated that they were unaware of R1’s foot condition prior to 1/1/24, facility contacted hospice regarding R1’s feet and hospice provided foot care to resident on 1/3/24, after it was brought to staffs attention by RP during a visit. Per hospice staff the injuries to feet were minor and did not need immediate medical treatment, per hospice attending nurses during visits dated 12/21, 12/26 & 12/28 there were there were no signs of foot treatment needed at that time therefore no contact to responsible party was given, per shower logs also dated same as visits "full showers were given and resident denied any pain".
Allegation: Facility staff did not ensure that resident's grooming needs were met.
It is alleged that R1’s grooming needs are not being met as R1 had allegedly been wearing the same clothing for 3 consecutive days and clothing is visibly dirty. LPA observed resident during initial visit and R1 was well groomed with clean clothing, during subsequent visit LPA observed resident to be well dressed, groomed with clean nails and clean clothing. Interview with R1, resident stated they were provided with a bath in the morning and are given baths regularly. Interviews with Staff 5 out of 5 staff stated that R1 often refuses baths, however, with redirection R1 will comply. Interviews with S1 and S2, both stated that R1 does receive hospice service in which they bathe resident 3 times a week along with baths (as needed) that caregivers provide resident with. Communication log with hospice indicated that hospice staff bathe resident 2-3 times a week. Interviews with Residents 5 out of 5 residents stated that they are provided with showers/baths regularly and all appeared to be well groomed, with clean clothing and clean hands. Additionally, LPA interviewed Responsible Parties of the 5 residents interviewed and 4 out of 5 stated that residents appear clean and well groomed during visits, with a majority of visits being unannounced, and that they have never had any concerns regarding the above allegation.
Based on statements and interviews conducted with staff, residents and their responsible parties, review of R1's file and hospice records/communication logs, there was not enough supportive evidence to concur with the reported allegations. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED.
Exit interview held, and a copy of this report was provided to Assistant Administrator Martha Rosas. |