LIC 9099-C
Allegation: Facility AC/Heater wall unit is in disrepair and accessible to residents.
On February 25, 2025 the Department received the complaint with the allegation cited above. On March 7, 2025, the Department conducted an inspection of the facility's air conditioning unit located at the end of the common area. Based on observation, the air conditioning unit was operating and in good condition. There was no observation of the air conditioning unit being a danger to residents in care.
Allegation: Staff did not seek medical attention to resident.
Based on file review of the resident’s (R1) progress notes, it revealed that R1 was experiencing pain at approximately 4:30 AM and was given PRN medication. Approximately an hour later, R1 continued to express leg pain which facility then contacted emergency medical services. File review of R1’s hospital discharge paperwork revealed X-rays were taken and found to be normal and discharged at approximately 12:52 PM.
Allegation: Staff did not notify resident's responsible party of incident.
Based on file review of the resident’s (R1) progress notes documented by medication technical, it revealed that R1 was experiencing pain at approximately 4:30 AM and was given PRN medication was administered. Follow up notes revealed R1 continued to express pain which facility then contacted emergency medical services, and then notified Health and Wellness Director and R1’s responsible party.
Based on the information above, the department concluded that the allegations are unfounded. A finding that an allegation is unfounded means that the allegation is false, could not have happened, and/or is without a reasonable basis.
An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided.
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