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32 | It was learned that as time went on the facility resident, R1, did not independently perform any bathing or showering which led to issues surrounding R1's hygiene.
It was learned that this facility attempted to seek alternative avenues to get R1 to bathe and shower to no avail.
It was learned that the family and responsible parties for R1 were contacted and involved in order to get R1 to take better care of R1's hygiene needs, specifically showering and bathing to keep R1 cleaner. It was learned that R1 refused to shower or bathe even with the presence, and offered assistance, from family members.
After these failed attempts with facility staff and involvement of the family members, It was learned that this facility made the decision to take on the showering and bathing needs for the resident R1. A revised care plan was implemented where facility staff would have a set shower schedule for R1 and attempt to shower R1 on those designated dates and times.
It was learned that these attempts were still met with resistance from R1 and properly documented by attending facility staff.
It was learned that attempts to simply do a wipe down or sponge bath in R1's bed were all denied and met with resistance.
It was learned that the next step would be for this facility, and the responsible parties for R1, to inquire with a licensed medical professional to see if there were any types of medications or procedures that could be deployed to ease the anxiety around showering and the use of water for R1.
As a result of this investigation, this Department found the allegation to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. A complaint allegation finding of Unsubstantiated meant that although the allegation may have happened or was valid, there was not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred.
There were no deficiencies observed or cited at this time.
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