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32 | On 05/25/2023, LPA Dolores arrived at the facility unannounced to continue the complaint investigation. During visit LPA reviewed resident (R1)'s file to include only reports from 2014 - 2019. From 05/25/2023 - 06/02/2023, documents were obtained to include resident roster, R1's physician's report, skin / office visit sheet, and training records.
Based on interview and record review, R1 had passed away in September 2020.
The review of records indicates on 06/17/2020, R1 became agitated and combative and was transported by ambulance to the emergency room per physician’s instructions. Records show that upon EMS arrival, R1 was not combative or agitated with EMS crew but R1 stated facility staff was trying to hurt him/her.
On 05/25/2023, 4 staff members were interviewed. Based on interview, R1 was diagnosed with a neurocognitive condition and was known to have aggressive behavior. Staff explained their process to first give R1 space and then to come back later to try again. 4 out of 4 staff stated R1 did not have self injurious behaviors to include biting of the skin. 4 out of 4 staff stated R1 was alert and verbal about his/her concerns and needs. 4 out of 4 staff denied a staff hurting and/or attacking R1.
From 06/01/2023 – 06/06/2023, 2 witnesses (W1 – W2) was interviewed. Based on interview with W1, R1 never had behaviors of biting oneself. R1 was described to be verbally expressive. W1 states R1 displayed aggressive behavior towards individuals he/she may not be comfortable with. W1-W2 believe staff were trained to the meet the needs of the resident and trained to handle residents with aggressive behaviors.
Based on review of the staff training records, the facility provided training from February 2020 – April 2020 in topics to include but not limited to understanding dementia and types of elder abuse.
The Department has investigated the above allegations. Based on interview, record review, and observation the Department has investigated the above allegations are unsubstantiated. An unsubstantiated finding means although the allegations may have happened and/or is valid there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. No deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. This report was reviewed with Licensee, Dominica Oliva and a copy of the report was provided. |