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32 | Allegation: Staff physically abused a resident. The report states that on December 6, 2023, staff (S1) left bruising on Dementia resident (R1’s) both arms and left wrist that showed fingerprints. It is alleged that House Manager told family that former staff (S9) was the suspected perpetrator in effort to cover up for night shift staff (S1). A total of 8 staff were interviewed, of which 6 out 8 staff denied the allegation. Staff (S1) denied the allegation and stated one time they observed bruising on R1’s wrist, and staff it was likely due to mishandling of resident by other shift staff. Staff interviews revealed that R1 bruised easily due to very thin skin and combative illness behavior that included kicking, pulling of hair, and banging on full bed rails. Two (2) resident representatives of other residents residing in the home, and home health aide were interviewed, none reported observation or knowledge of alleged physical abuse. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence to corroborate the allegation.
Allegation: Resident sustained unexplained injuries while in care. It was reported that on 8 dates [Dec. 6, 2023, Jan. 24, 2024, Feb. 14, 2024, Mar. 27, 2024, May 22, 2024, Jun. 20, 2024, and Jun. 26, 2024] Dementia resident (R1) had bruises on legs/thighs and arms, cuts and scrapes on knees, wrist area bruising, a sore on left leg, and bruise on right shoulder/arm area. It is alleged night shift caregiver (S1) caused the injuries because the staff works alone during the night shift and is known to be inpatient and abrasive in handling the residents. It was also reported that a now deceased resident (R2) was observed with scratches on their face, and the cognitively impaired resident stated that “the lady at night” scratched and hit the resident. Based on eight (8) staff interviews, none of the staff reported observing any staff mishandling the residents. Staff stated that due to cognitive impairment some of the residents often get combative during incontinence changes and feeding time. Staff stated that R1 often hit themselves on the bed rail or in the dining room table when the resident experienced aggression and anxiety. Staff stated they try to calm residents by giving them time and addressing the behavior incident a little later. None of the 3rd party persons interviewed had knowledge of allegation. Record review revealed that R1 has physician orders for 2 antipsychotic medications that are used to manage behavioral symptoms like agitation and aggression in dementia residents. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence to support the allegation. |