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32 | It was alleged that staff are not able to meet residents’ needs and provide medications in a timely manner. LPA interviewed three (3) out five (5) residents during the initial visit and all residents confirmed their needs, such as showering and eating, are met and medications are administered timely. No concerns noted. Staff interviewed during the initial visit reported that residents’ needs are met timely. One (1) out of four (4) staff interviewed reported that there have been instances in the past where residents do not get their medication for the day due to staff forgetting, but such an incident has not occurred recently.
During the initial visit, one (1) new client was in the process of moving into the facility, making total census during the visit six (6). LPA was unable to review records for the sixth client as no records were pertinent to the investigation. LPA reviewed medication logs from 10/14/2024 – 10/25/2024 for all five (5) clients and observed all medications administered timely to clients. No errors or missed doses were observed. All staff interviewed reported that it can be difficult at times to administer morning medications because residents have difficulty waking up and leaving their rooms to take their medications. Medications are only administered in the medication room which is on a different floor than resident rooms. Residents refuse their morning medications at times, but then take them in the afternoon after they are awake and out of their rooms. LPA observed medication refusals appropriately documented on medication logs. Per regulation, residents have the right to refuse medications and staff cannot forcefully administer. Based on interviews and record review, the Department does not have sufficient evidence to corroborate the allegations. Although the allegations may be valid, at this time there is insufficient evidence to support the allegations or that a violation occurred, therefore, the allegations “Staff are not able to meet residents' needs in a timely manner” and “Staff does not provide residents medication in a timely manner” are deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time.
No deficiencies cited at this time. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was issued. |