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32 | Six months later R1 was assessed again for Fall Risk Evaluation and scored a 3, indicating Minimal Risk of falling. R1’s charting notes stated that R1 had a fall on October 28, 2022 , where resident tripped on a rug but got up immediately and underwent a Physical therapy assessment where therapist noted R1 is alert oriented x3 and demonstrates poor safety awareness due to impulsive movement. Physical Therapist recommended R1 to improve safety by using an assistive device such as cane or walker. On 7/3/2023 Hospital Records stated that R1 had tripped over themselves causing an unwitnessed fall. R1 went to hospital. On 7/12/2023 Facility conducted a assessment on R1 due to a change in condition with behaviors and mobility issues. Residents Needs and Service Plan was updated same day 7/12/2023 indicating R1 needs assistance in grooming, dressing, assist with transfers, frequent checks throughout shifts and documentation by staff.
Per staff interviews, one of four staff members recalled R1 and stated that they were in assisted living and remembers R1 being independent of their Activities of daily living (ADL’s) for a long time and it wasn’t till the last few months of R1 requiring assistance due to mobility issues.
Regarding Staff neglected resident while in care: Based on records reviewed, R1 was independent up till their unwitnessed fall on 7/3/2023. R1 had charting notes dated from 1/16/22 to 7/10/2023, where care providers logged notes on type of care or behaviors monitored by staff. R1 also had a home health agency that came out weekly to monitor R1’s foot sore on left foot. On 6/19/2023, R1 was admitted to Hospice due to generalized weakness. Hospice notes also indicated type of care provided.
Per staff interviews, four of four staff members stated that Residents who are a fall risk are typically checked in on & monitored every half hour. One of four staff mentioned that R1 was fairly independent and had a change of condition towards their last month. Per SOC 341, R1’s family member stated that they had no concerns regarding care provided at facility.
Based on information gathered from complaint, the allegations Resident sustained multiple falls while in care and Staff neglected resident while in care were deemed Unsubstantiated meaning that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is no preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur as reported.
An exit interview was conducted with Activity Director Rebecca Lint and copy of report was provided.
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