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32 | Allegation: Staff neglect resulted in resident falling.
It is alleged there was an incident where a resident fell from the shower bed that resulted with a bump on their forehead.
Based on record review, the incident report dated March 28, 2025, stated there was an incident from March 27, 2025, at 2:40 PM, where R1 had a witnessed fall that led to a laceration on their forehead and the bridge of their nose with minimal bleeding. CT and X-rays were performed and resulted with no injuries. Resident returned to the facility the same day around 6:30 PM. R1’s discharge hospital record dated March 27, 2025, shows that CT scans and X-rays were performed, and that resident was discharged back home for their normal diet and normal home activity.
Based on interviews, eleven out of twelve staff and one witness denied the allegation. One out of twelve staff and four out of four residents could not confirm or deny the allegation. S1 and S3-S12 stated there was an incident that occurred on March 27, 2025, where R1 had a fall from the shower bed. S3 stated that they were at the medication cart at the time of the event. They heard their name called and immediately responded to the shower room. S3 stated they saw R1 on the floor lying on their side. Upon fall protocol, S3 observed R1 had an abrasion on their forehead and their nose with a little bleeding. They called 911 and had R1 transported to the hospital. The facility notified the responsible party and primary care physician. Upon discussion with S1 and S2, S3 determined this was an unfortunate accident. S3 stated S1 and S2 are good and caring staff that care for the residents and do not suspect foul play. S3-S12 stated that S1 and S2 were good and caring workers and did not have a reputation of being careless.
Based on the information gathered, there is no sufficient evidence gathered to confirm the above allegation. It is determined that record review and eleven out of twelve staff and one witness denied that staff neglect led to the resident falling. The incident is an accident which the facility promptly responded to call emergency services and notify all necessary people.
Continued on LIC9099C |