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32 | Based on evidence gathered, interviews conducted, and records reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, and Chapter 8 are being cited on the attached LIC9099-D.
Allegation: Staff did not report resident's incidents to resident's authorized representative. It is being alleged that staff rarely called a resident’s responsible party about incidents including bruises to the residents body. The department interviewed S1-S20, of those interviewed, 3 out of 20 staff corroborated the allegation. Staff added that doctors and family were not notified of R1's injuries or change in condition which included R1's eating habits and ability to ambulate.
On 10/15/25, the department interviewed R2-R7, and were unable to interview R1, as they passed away on 12/06/24. Of those interviewed, 4 out 6 residents said they did not know if staff reported any incidents to their authorized representative, and 2 out of 6 residents said that staff does report any incidents to their authorized representative.
The department conducted an interview with W1. Per W1, R1 had several falls leading up to their fall on 11/26/24. In that time period, facility did not advise them of any changes they would be making to prevent R1 from falling. W1 added that they were not informed of injuries R1 sustained in month on November 2024, they only found out about them because they observed the injuries themselves.
The department conducted a review of records gathered during the investigation. A review of the Resident Assessment dated 10/10/23 indicates that R1 needs assistance with observation & fall management. Resident’s Annual Assessment Form dated 07/11/24 indicated that staff were to conduct status checks on R1 2-3 times each shift.
The department reviewed Facility body check forms which noted injuries on the following days: 11/07/2024 (bruise and swelling to left hand fingers), 11/12/24 (dry skin on left knee and lower leg, along with bruising to both elbows), and 11/14/2024 (skin tear on left elbow). Facility Endorsement Notes indicate injuries on the following days: 11/04/2025 (bruising and swelling of left hand) and 11/25/2024 (rash on skin and bruises on left arm. Communication Log forms indicate that on 11/04/24, R1 was observed with bruising and swelling to their left hand. On 11/15/24, it was noted that R1 was found in bed with an open skin tear on their left elbow.
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