Complaint·March 30, 2022

RM and LPA did not see or smell any unprescribed medications when conducting observations of both shared facility spaces and individual private bedrooms. For the purpose of interviews, resident records were reviewed, and residents were assessed for being qualified, alert, and oriented. When interviewing the alleged victim, it was conveyed that no alternative pain medications were administered. Other resident corroborated that they are able to advocate for their own pain management needs and have not been provided alternative pain medications or pain medications that are not prescribed to them. Interviews with staff determined that all but one resident is able to convey their need for a PRN for pain management and advocate for changes in their prescriptions. Further, an interview with staff revealed that no unprescribed medications are given to residents. Additionally, PRN and all medications are determined by a team of health professionals and delivered directly to the facility by the pharmacy; therefore, the Licensee nor staff are not involved in requesting changes in prescribed medication. Based on observations, review of records, interviews, and outside sources, the investigation did not produce substantial evidence to meet the preponderance of evidence standard; therefore, the allegation is found UNSUBSTANTIATED. An exit interview was conducted with Caregiver Molly Hernandez. A hard copy of this report and Licensee's Rights (LIC 9058 01/16) were provided to the Caregiver at the conclusion of the visit. .