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32 | LPA conducted interviews with two (2) residents who had relevant parties visiting at the time. Both residents and their relevant parties confirmed that staff were providing care consistent with their individual care plans. LPA conducted interview with eight (8) staff members, all of whom stated that care plans are being followed for all residents. LPA’s attempted interviews with six (6) previous staff members who had worked at the facility in year 2022 were unsuccessful. The Department’s investigation did not provide enough information to corroborate the allegation that staff are not following resident’s care plan. Based on the file review and interviews conducted, this allegation is unsubstantiated.
It was alleged staff are restricting visitation to residents. The information received indicated that visiting hours were enforced and that only two visitors were allowed at a time. During an interview, LPA spoke with the Administrator, who stated that staff have never denied visitation to any individuals, as long as visitors completed the required symptom screening questionnaire. This statement was corroborated by eight (8) staff members interviewed by the LPA, all of whom confirmed that visitation has not been restricted. LPA’s interview with R1 confirmed R1 had visitors without any issues. Additionally, two other residents and their responsible parties were interviewed, and all affirmed that no one had ever been denied visitation. The Administrator further confirmed that no visitors had ever been denied access to R1. LPA’s attempted interviews with six (6) previous staff members who had worked in year 2022 were unsuccessful. The Department’s investigation did not provide enough information to corroborate the allegation that staff are restricting visitation to residents. Based on interviews conducted, this allegation is unsubstantiated.
It was alleged staff are over-medicating resident. According to information received, R1 appeared to be “groggy” each time visits were conducted. A review of records by LPA revealed that R1 was admitted to the facility in December 2021, began receiving hospice care in June 2022, and passed away in August 2022. LPA reviewed R1’s medication administration records but did not find any information to support the allegation. Interviews conducted with a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and a medication technician confirmed that all medications are dispensed strictly according to physicians’ prescriptions. Neither staff member was aware of any incidents involving over-medication. Additionally, the LPA interviewed eight (8) staff members, all of whom denied witnessing any residents who appeared over-medicated. LPA’s attempted interviews with six (6) previous staff members who had worked in year 2022 were unsuccessful. The Department’s investigation did not provide enough information to corroborate the allegation that staff are over-medicating resident. Based on interviews conducted and records review, this allegation is unsubstantiated. Continued on LIC9099-C....
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