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32 | Regarding the allegation: Staff inappropriately isolated resident. It was alleged that R1 was placed in isolation after being discharged from the hospital, although they were not deemed contagious. To investigate the allegation, LPA interviewed one (1) staff member and one (1) resident. Interview with S1 revealed that when R1 was discharged from the hospital, they were given instructions to place R1 in isolation until their symptoms had subsided. Interview with R1 revealed that they were made aware of their diagnosis while hospitalized and when they returned to the facility, they “…understood and did not object to being isolated…”. LPA’s record review confirmed the instructions given by R1’s Physician stated R1 needed to be placed in, “Isolation”. Further record review of the facility’s Infectious Control Plan (2022) showcased the facility’s policy outlining their procedures to help minimize and/or eliminate exposures related to airborne communicable diseases. Such procedures include precautionary steps involving the avoidance of small, enclosed areas where continual contact with others can or may occur. During LPA’s physical plant tour, LPA observed R1’s bedroom to be a shared room with another resident. LPA observed the temporary room R1 was placed in to be a single room separate from other residents.
Based on interviews, record review and observations, the facility followed R1’s physicians order including their Infectious Control Plan regarding R1’s isolation, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time.
Regarding the allegation: Staff did not ensure resident was provided with a comfortable environment. It was alleged that R1 was placed in a temporary room where they could hear staff giggling, talking and the radio playing. LPA’s record review of R1’s Admission Agreement revealed that they are to be provided with such amenities as: a comfortable and suitable bed and bedroom furniture. During LPA’s physical plant tour, LPA observed the bedroom R1 was temporarily placed in. LPA observed the room to be neat, clean and organized. LPA observed the bedroom to be equipped with the following: a bed, a closet, a drawer, a chair, a small refrigerator and a bathroom. Additionally, LPA observed the immediate surroundings outside of the bedroom. LPA observed there to be a workstation assigned to the Medication Technicians (Med-Techs). However, LPA observed the station to be empty and observed the Med-techs conducting their rounds throughout the facility. LPA did not observe any radio or music being played. LPA did not observe there to be any staff near the bedroom conversating loudly.
Based on record review and observation, there is not enough information to verify the allegation. Therefore, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time.
(Continue to LIC 9099-C)
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