(f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia:
(1) Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s).
(2) Over-the-counter medication, nutritional supplements or vitamins, alcohol, cigarettes, and toxic substances such as certain plants, gardening supplies, cleaning supplies and disinfectants.
This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
- A box storing sharp instruments is observed in a kitchen drawer. The box is missing its lock and cannot be secured. Drawer does not lock either.
- Cleaning supplies are observed stored under the kitchen sink. Cabinet is not equipped with a lock or any kind of securing device.
- Access door to the garage is left open during daytime, despite the presence of detergent and other cleaning supplies |