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32 | wound assessment on 03/31/2025 which was well before R1’s second fall and the wound was identified as stage II at that time. Staff interviewed stated they were unaware of any pressure injuries at that time and therefore did not assist R1 with repositioning or offer assistance in obtaining wound care. Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation; therefore, the allegation “Neglect/Lack of supervision: Due to neglect, resident sustained a pressure injury” is deemed SUBSTANTIATED at this time.
Allegation “Staff do not serve food of quantity to meet residents’ needs:”
Throughout the course of the investigation, LPA interviewed residents and observed food served. Although some residents felt the food had improved more recently, at the time the complaint was received, residents interviewed felt the portions were too small. Meals are served three (3) times a day, with breakfast served at 07:00AM, lunch at 11:00AM, and dinner is at 04:00PM. Staff indicated snacks are available in the Bistro and the Bistro is stocked by kitchen staff between meals. However, residents stated they need to ask staff when they want a snack and LPAs observed that snacks were not consistently provided. The facility does have two (2) fully stocked vending machines, however, residents are required to purchase these items at an additional cost. LPAs took photos of a sample of some meals served and observed a meal consisting of a small pile of meat, two (2) pieces of cauliflower, two (2) potato wedges, and five (5) baby carrots. Another meal observed contained the following: a ½ piece of salmon, three (3) small pieces of cauliflower, and a slice of sweet potato. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA - fns.usda.gov), an average older adult with a 2,000 calorie diet requires the following daily: two (2) cups of vegetables, five and a half (5 ½) ounces of protein, two (2) cups of fruit, 6 ounces of grains, and three (3) cups of dairy. Food served and menus observed did not contain the appropriate amounts of dairy, fruit, or vegetables on any day reviewed. Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation; therefore, the allegation “staff do not serve food of quantity to meet resident needs” is deemed SUBSTANTIATED at this time.
Pursuant to Title 22, California Code of Regulations and/or CA Health and Safety Code, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 9099-D.) A $1000 Immediate Civil Penalty was assessed. Facility Designees Agnes Gazaryan and Ashley Kumar were informed that additional civil penalties might be assessed based on health and safety code 1569.49(f).
Exit interview conducted, appeal rights discussed, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.
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