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Regarding allegation “Facility staff not ensuring resident’s diabetic needs are met”: It was reported that R1 is a diabetic, however staff are not ensuring that his blood sugar levels are checked. Interview conducted with R1 revealed that they are not diabetic however would like their blood sugar tested to ensure glucose levels are normal. It was explained to R1 that facility staff are not allowed to do glucose checks and only a skilled professional or resident may conduct the glucose testing if needed. Staff interviewed and records reviewed did not reveal any order for glucose testing for R1. Based on the above information gathered although the allegation may be valid, there is insufficient evidence to support the allegation or that a violation occurred; therefore, the allegation “Facility staff not ensuring resident diabetic needs are met” is deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time.
Regarding allegation “Facility staff not seeking appropriate medical attention for resident”: It was reported that that R2 has been coughing up blood and refuses to see a doctor. It was also reported that the staff at the facility has offered to take R2 to the hospital, but the R2 refuses to go get treated. Interview was conducted with R2. R2 denied ever coughing up blood. R2 confirmed hospitalization was due to nosebleed (a week ago). R2 did not report any issues with the facility and expressed that staff are very attentive. R2 expressed that everything is well and feels safe at facility. No other medical issue reported by R2. Staff interviews revealed that R2 did have a nosebleed a week ago and was sent out to the hospital for evaluation. R2 returned the same day with no new orders. Interview with staff and records reviewed revealed that R2 was TB cleared prior to admission and recently retested with a negative result. Based on the above information gathered although the allegation may be valid, there is insufficient evidence to support the allegation or that a violation occurred; therefore, the allegation “Facility staff not seeking appropriate medical attention for resident” is deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time.
Regarding allegations “Facility staff not maintaining the facility free of odor, Facility staff not maintaining passageways free of obstruction and Facility staff not maintaining the facility clean”: It was reported that several rooms had a strong urine smell and trash next to the entry way of several rooms, one of which blocked a resident from exiting their room. During the initial visit, LPA toured the facility physical plant which included the hallways, random resident rooms, and common areas.
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