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32 | The investigation revealed the following: Allegation#1 “Facility failed to seek timely medical treatment for resident.” The medical records obtained, revealed that when the facility found out that R1 had increased respirations and the oxygen saturation read 55%, the facility immediately called 911 and the resident was transported to the hospital and there was no delay in obtaining medical treatment. Days prior to R1 being admitted to the hospital, R1 had one episode of coughing or emesis. The facility staff continued to offer liquid and dinner for R1 even when R1 had very little intake of food or drink. Staff did not observe R1 with any fever or high temperature or any respiratory symptoms. The facility is not a medical facility and due to the lack of symptoms, the staff would not know if the resident required medical attention. In addition, R1 was taking the medication “Lasix” for treating the symptoms of fluid retention prior to being admitted to the hospital. The medication may have contributed to R1 being dehydrated.
Allegation#2 “Facility failed to observe changes in residents’ health” Before R1 was admitted to the hospital, the facility staff would check resident’s vital daily and ensure resident did not have any respiratory symptoms or fever. Although resident had an episode of coughing, emesis and leg pain, facility continued to monitor R1’s condition daily and administered pain medication for R1’s leg pain. The episode of coughing and emesis only lasted for a day.
Allegation#3 “Staff did not assist resident with ADLs.” LPA interviewed residents and all reported that staff assists them with their activities of daily living (ADL) and they are doing a good job. Staff stay on top of each residents’ ADLs. LPA also interviewed staff and they all denied the allegation and stated that R1 communicated her needs well with the staff. R1 was capable of feeding herself easily and staff assisted with dressing, grooming, toileting, bathing and walking.
Based on the record reviewed, although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED.
Exit interview, a copy of this report and Appeals Rights were provided to Administrator. |