| Second Allegation:-Staff throws things at resident.
Three (3) out of three(3) facility staff members interviewed stated they did not witness S1 throwing things at resident. Three (3) out of three(3) facility staff members interviewed stated staff would never throws things at the resident, it never happened and staff ensures residents are well looked after. R#2 stated Staff looks after the residents well and always ready to assist them whenever they needed and always kind to them.
Third Allegation:-Staff did not ensure resident's oxygen was plugged in/working properly
Three (3) out of three(3) facility staff members interviewed stated R#1 was on oxygen as needed and would use it as needed. Based on interviews with three facility staff members and a review of admission records by LPA Singh, it was established that Resident #1, was prescribed oxygen on an as needed basis.
According to staff members S1 and S2, paramedics who assessed R#1 noted that while their nasal cannula was in place and Staff indicated they would turn on the portable oxygen tank—which requires manual activation—only when needed. During this time, R#1’s oxygen saturation (SpO2) levels were reported in the high 80s to low 90s. Following the assessment, R#1 declined transport to the emergency room and signed an Against Medical Advice (AMA) form.
Fourth Allegation:-Staff denied access to paramedics.
Three (3) out of three(3) facility staff members interviewed stated Staff always responds to paramedics and assist residents if they need any help.
Based on interviews with three facility staff members, it was indicated that staff consistently respond to paramedics and assist residents as needed. The staff reported that Resident #1 (R#1) refused transport to the hospital. It was further reported that Staff#1 initially told Paramedics that no one called them, as they were unaware that R#1 had called 911, but allowed them entry once the situation was understood.
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