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32 | pertinent documents. The LPA determined further investigation was required.
On 9/25/2020 at approximately 11:00 am, Investigator Garcia conducted an interview with the Reporting Party, Administrator on 10/2/2020 at approximately 9:00 am, former staff on 10/27/2020 at approximately 10:30 am, staff on 12/14/2020 at approximately 2:00 pm and residents’ responsible persons on 12/22/2020 at approximately 10:10 am to 4:00 pm.
Investigator Garcia also reviewed R1’s medical and hospice records. The records revealed that R1 was taken to the Emergency room on 9/6/2020 and admitted to the hospital on 9/7/2020 due to an altered mental state and difficulty speaking. Among several chronic illnesses and hospice care noted, there was also pain noted to R1’s left arm. R1 reported left, upper extremity pain over the proximal end of R1’s humerus which was ultimately negative for fractures via x-ray. Both left shoulder and left elbow were x-rayed as well and showed no evidence of any acute fractures or abnormalities. Additionally, a CT scan of the cervical spine was performed, and there was no contrast or acute fracture. R1 was discharged on 9/9/2020 to their home in stable condition.
Although the reporting party alleged that R1 sustained an unexplained hairline fracture while in care, medical records do not support the allegation. Based on the information obtained, there is insufficient evidence to support the allegation. Therefore, the allegation Resident #1 (R1) sustained an unexplained hairline fracture while in care is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time.
Exit interview conducted. Today's reports and appeals rights were reviewed and mailed certified mail to the Licensee.
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