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32 | Facility incident report indicated that during a community outing on January 11, 2023, C1 fell trip over a curb twisted left ankle. Interviews revealed that at the time of the fall, facility staff were not close to C1 nor provided C1 with assistance with stepping up and off curbs as needed. As a result of the fall, C1 sustained multiple fractures.
Second allegation: Facility staff did not ensure that client received medical services.
In regard to allegation that facility staff did not ensure that client received medical services, it was revealed that after C1 fell around 10:15 am, facility staff did not seek medical treatment for C1 as needed. Interviews with pertinent individuals revealed that after fall, C1 was seen being carried into donut shop. C1 appeared to be in pain while standing. C1 was also observed as saying “ouch” and ankle had begun to swell. C1 required support on both sides and had “slight” limp, while also moaning and grunting when walking. Facility staff did not contact 911 or seek medical services following incident. Instead, additional facility staff were contacted and arrived at donut shop. Following second staff arrival to donut shop, C1 was taken back to facility. Staff acknowledged that decision was made to bring C1 back to facility and contact responsible party to pick up C1. Around 11:30 am, responsible party was contacted. C1 was picked up by responsible party shortly after 11:30 am and subsequently taken to the hospital. Hospital records reviewed indicated that C1 arrived by ambulance. At the hospital, C1 had severe left ankle pain with “notable swelling.” C1 was unable to bare any weight on ankle. C1 was diagnosed with a closed fracture of the left fibula, fracture of left fibular, and closed fracture of left tibia.
Based upon investigation, above allegations are substantiated. The preponderance of evidence supports that facility did not provide care and supervision to C1 as needed. As indicated, C1 requires assistance to step up and off curbs and continued supervision. This was not provided prior to C1 fall which resulted in C1 sustaining multiple fractures. In addition, facility staff did not ensure that C1 was provided with medical services following the fall. C1 appeared to be in pain with ankle swelling, and was moaning, grunting, and verbalizing “ouch.” Facility staff did not contact 911 or seek medical services. The following deficiencies are cited per Title 22. In addition, an immediate civil penalty will be assessed for $500.00, per Health and Safety Code. In addition, an additional review is being conducted, and additional civil penalty may be imposed by the Health and Safety Code 1548(f)(1)(B)(ii).
An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed, and appeal rights were provided to Program Manager Dashawn Parker. |