F 0558
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review the facility failed to ensure call lights were answered in a timely manner for two
of two sampled residents (Resident 28 and Resident 61).This failure had the potential to delay care and
prevent residents from receiving assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). Findings:During a review of
Resident 28's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 28 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE] with diagnoses of repeated falls, vertigo (the sensation of spinning or imbalance) muscle wasting
(the weakening, shrinking, and loss of muscle tissue) and atrophy (the wasting or shrinking of body tissue
due to lack of use) During a review of Resident 28's Minimum data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool),
dated 11/20/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 28 had the ability to express ideas and wants. The MDS
indicated Resident 28 had the ability to understand others. The MDS indicated Resident 28 was dependent
on nursing staff for showering, dressing, putting on and taking off shoes, sitting and lying down. The MDS
indicate Resident 28 needed supervision or touching assistance with eating, oral hygiene, bathing, and
personal hygiene. During a review of Resident 28's Care Plan, titled The Resident has an Activities of daily
living self-care deficit related to disease process., dated 12/9/2025, the Care Plan indicated to encourage
the resident to use call light to call for assistance. During review of Resident 61's admission Record, the
admission Record indicated Resident 61 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of but not
limited to broken left leg, urinary incontinence (loss of bladder), emphysema (a lung disease causing
shortness of breath due to damage to the air sacs in the lungs), and dependence on supplemental oxygen.
During a review of Resident 61's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 61 had the ability to
express ideas and wants. The MDS indicated Resident 61 had the ability to understand others. The MDS
indicated Resident 61 was dependent on nursing staff for dressing and putting on and taking off shoes. The
MDS indicated Resident 61 needed substantial to maximal assistance with sitting, standing and lying down
and transferring. The MDS indicated Resident 61 needed setup or clean-up assistance eating oral hygiene,
and personal hygiene. During a review of Resident 61's Care Plan, titled The Resident has an ADL Self
Care Performance Deficit related to Limited Mobility, Recent hospitalization, Recent Surgery for Left Hip
Fracture (broken bone), dated 12/1/2025, the Care Plan indicated to encourage the resident to use call light
to call for assistance. During an interview on 1/5/2026 at 1:17 p.m. with Resident 28, Resident 28 stated
that he has to wait a long time at night for assistance. Resident 28 stated sometimes he resorts to calling
the nurses' station on his cellphone to get help when his call light was not answered. During an interview on
1/5/2026 at 2:19 p.m. with Resident 61, Resident 61 stated the nurses take a long time to answer his call
light. During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 10:59 a.m. with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 9, CNA 9 stated
that CNAs on the night shift do not answer call lights. CNA 9 stated the facility conducted an in-service
training on call lights approximately two weeks ago to ensure call lights were within residents' reach. CNA 9
stated call lights should be answered promptly when
Residents Affected - Few
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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Torrance, CA 90503
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observed, so residents can receive assistance for needs such as pain management, water, or incontinent
pad (diaper) changes. During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 11:40 a.m. with the Director of Staff Development
(DSD), the DSD stated the facility continues to receive reports and concerns regarding call lights not being
answered during the evening and night shifts. The DSD stated in-service training was being conducted to
address this issue. The DSD stated all staff members were responsible for answering call lights. The DSD
further stated that when residents were in need, staff must assist them because residents were unable to
perform tasks independently. During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 11:56 a.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 7, LVN 7 stated she has heard complaints about call lights not being answered promptly. LVN 7
stated Resident 28 had to call the nurses' station for assistance because the call light was not answered,
which occurred approximately one month ago. LVN 7 stated call lights should be answered within minutes
to determine if the resident was experiencing pain or has breathing difficulties. LVN 7 further stated that if a
call light goes unanswered, the resident could be at risk of falling. During a review of the facility's policy and
procedure (P&P), titled Answering the Call Light, date revised 10/24/2024, the P&P indicated, The purpose
of this procedure is to ensure timely responses to the resident's requests and needs.
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Torrance, CA 90503
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to
participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to inform and provide evidence that a resident's representative
was informed of the right to formulate an Advance Directive(a legal document indicating resident preference
on end-of-life treatment decisions) for one of six sampled residents (Resident 24) who was diagnosed with
dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities) and lacked the capacity to understand and
make decisions.This failure had the potential to cause conflict with the resident or responsible party
regarding alternatives in the provision of health care. Findings:During a review of Resident 24's admission
Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and
was readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including dementia, hemiplegia (total paralysis of the arm, leg,
and trunk on the same side of the body) and hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body) following a
cerebral infarction (stroke-blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked or a blood vessel burst) affecting the
left non-dominant side and diabetes mellitus (DM-a disorder characterized by difficulty in blood sugar
control and poor wound healing).During a review of Resident 24's History and Physical (H&P-medical
document summarizing a patient's health, combining a narrative medical history with a hands-on physical
examination by a healthcare provider) dated 1/17/2025, the H&P indicated Resident 24 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions.During a review of Resident 24's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
resident assessment tool) dated 11/14/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 24 had severely impaired
cognition (a person has significant trouble with thinking, remembering, focusing, and making decisions to
the point that it affected daily life) and was dependent (helper does all the effort to complete the activity) on
the staff in eating, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, dressing, and personal hygiene.During a concurrent
interview and record review on 1/7/2026 at 9:57 a.m. with the Minimum Data Set Nurse (MDSN), Resident
24's Advance Directive Acknowledgement Form dated 12/23/2025 was reviewed. The MDSN stated the
Advance Directive Acknowledgement Form indicated the resident refused to sign. The MDSN stated the
resident did not have the capacity to sign the form and understand what she was signing due to cognitive
impairment. The MDSN stated the staff should have documented that Resident 24 had impaired cognition
and the advance directive should have been offered to the responsible party. The MDSN stated an Advance
Directive should be offered to residents and responsible parties because it is their right to know what to do
involving their care especially during end-of-life care.During a concurrent interview and record review on
1/7/2026 at 10:05 a.m. with the Social Worker (SW), Resident 24's Social Services Quarterly assessment
dated [DATE] and Advance Directive Acknowledgement Form dated 12/23/2025 were reviewed. The SW
stated there was no documentation that it was offered to the responsible party in the Social Service
Quarterly Assessment. The SW stated Resident 24 did not have the capacity to sign the form and the ability
to understand what she was signing. The SW stated the Social Worker is responsible for offering and
following up regarding the advance directive to the residents and the responsible party. The SW stated an
Advance Directive is important because it is Resident 24's right to choose what they want in their health
care, and should be offered to the residents, to ensure the facility will know what kind of care can be
provided to the residents during a change of condition or for end-of-life care.During a review of facility's
policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Advance Directive, dated 3/23/2022, the P&P indicated the facility will
provide residents the opportunity to make decisions regarding their health care and the choice not to
complete the Advance Directive form is recorded in the resident's medical record. The P&P indicated the
Advance Directive is reviewed as needed with the resident to
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0578
ensure the selections still reflect the wishes of the resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0627
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for
a safe transfer/discharge.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure two of four sampled residents (Resident 33 and
Resident 44) discharged to a general acute care hospital (GACH) had a necessary and appropriate transfer
and failed to complete assessment or document attempts to meet resident needs. The facility failed to: 1.
Ensure a medical necessity for Resident 33's transfer to a GACH 33's the General Acute Care Hospital
(GACH) on 12/11/2025 to 12/14/2025 for decreased participation in Activities of Daily Living (ADLsactivities such as bathing, dressing and toileting a person performs daily), when evidence in the medical
record indicated Resident 33 received physical therapy (PT-the treatment of disease, injury, or physical
conditions by methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise) and occupational therapy (OT-the
therapeutic use of self-care, work and play activities to increase independent function, enhance
development, and prevent disability) on 10/1/2025 to 12/10/2025 and had improved and exceeded goals in
PT and OT 2. Ensure Resident 44's change of condition (COC- a sudden, clinically important deviation from
a patient's baseline in physical, cognitive (ability to think, understand, learn, and remember) on 8/27/2025
was addressed properly through monitoring, reassessing and documenting identified problems in resident's
medical records before transferring or discharging the resident to a GACH. Resident 44 was transferred two
days later on 8/29/2025. 3.Document the reason for transfer including symptoms, and interventions
attempted for Resident 33 and Resident 44 prior to transfer to GACH. These failures resulted in residents
being transferred to a GACH without evidence that the facility assessed their needs or attempted to meet
those needs prior to discharge. This lack of assessment and planning placed residents at risk for unmet
care needs, compromised continuity of care, and potential adverse health outcomes during hospitalization
and upon return. Findings:
1.During a review of Resident 33's admission Record , the admission Record indicated Resident 33 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of but
not limited to , hemiplegia (total paralysis of the arm, leg, and trunk on the same side of the body), and
hemiparesis (weakness or inability to move on one side of the body) following cerebral infarction (lack of
adequate blood supply to the brain ) affecting the left non-dominant side, contractures (a
stiffening/shortening at any joint, that reduces the joint's range of motion) on the left and right legs, end
stage renal disease (ESRD-End Stage Renal Disease-irreversible kidney failure), muscle wasting
(weakening, shrinking, and loss of muscle) and atrophy (the wasting or thinning of muscle mass).
During a review of Resident 33's Care Plan, date revised 12/8/2023, the Care Plan indicated the focus was
Resident/Patient requires assistance and is dependent for Activities of Daily Living with care in bathing,
grooming, personal hygiene, dressing, eating, bed mobility, transfers, locomotion (movement or the ability
to move from one place to another), toileting related to.hemiplegia, and hemiparesis following cerebral
infarction affecting the left non-dominant side. The goal of the Care Plan indicated Resident ADL care
needs will be anticipated and met throughout the next review period. The Care Plan interventions indicated
to monitor conditions that may contribute to ADL decline and refer to rehabilitation therapy if a decline in
ADLs was noted.
During a review of Resident 33's Physician Progress Notes, dated 10/9/2025, the Physician Progress Notes
indicated Resident 33 was self responsible. The Physician Progress Notes indicated there was no reported
decline in responsiveness or new confusion. The Physician Progress Notes indicated Resident 33 had
limited mobility and is likely dependent on assistive devices. The Physician Progress Notes indicated when
confronted with acute medical symptoms or conditions necessitating immediate
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
attention for Resident 33 the staff has received explicit instructions to promptly trigger emergency medical
services (EMS) via 911 and direct patients to the emergency department.
During a review of Resident 33's Nursing Progress Notes, dated 12/8/2025, the Nursing Progress Notes
indicated, Resident 33 was alert and oriented times three, able to make needs known. Resident made
aware regarding doctor order to transfer to GACH for further evaluation related to decrease in participation
in ADLs. Resident refused to be transferred to the hospital. Risk and benefit explained to Resident 33,
Resident 33 verbalized good understanding and continued to refuse.
During a review of Resident 33's Nursing Progress Notes, dated 12/10/2025, the Nursing Progress Notes
indicated, the nurse talked with the resident regarding the change of time of transportation arrival.due to
emergency room saturation situation the transportation will be moved to 6 pm, but if not, transportation will
be tomorrow morning.Resident disappointed with the situation.
During a review of Resident 33's Occupational Therapy Discharge summary, dated [DATE] to 12/10/2025,
the Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary indicated Resident 33 met the goals for safely washing the
face while with setup and clean up assistance on 10/20/2025. The Occupational Therapy Discharge
Summary indicated Resident 33 met the goals for safely washing the face while with contact and guarded
assistance on 10/30/2025. The Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary indicated Resident 33's
Modified Barthel Index (MBI- gives clinicians a quick validating way to measure independence with
Activities of Daily Living) Current Level of Functioning (CLOF) Score equaled 19. The Occupational Therapy
Discharge Summary indicated Resident 33's Target MBI equaled 18. The Occupational Therapy Discharge
Summary indicated Resident 33 was discharged from OT on 12/10/2025. The Occupational Therapy
Discharge Summary indicated Resident 33 made gains in skilled OT.
During a review of Resident 33's Physical Therapy Encounter Note, dated 12/10/2025, the Physical Therapy
Treatment Encounter Note indicated Resident 33 improved on the right knee extension from -40 degrees to
-50 degrees. The Physical Therapy Treatment Encounter Note indicated Resident 33 improved on the left
knee extension from -30 degrees to -35 degrees. The Physical Therapy Treatment Encounter Note indicated
Resident 33 participated in therapeutic exercises with a focus on balance, strength, and functional activity
tolerance to enhance muscle strength, improve balance and improve functional performance in order to
improve balance for safe functional mobility and increase independence with functional tasks. The Physical
Therapy Treatment Encounter Note indicated Resident 33 actively participates with skilled interventions.
During a review of Resident 33's Physical Therapy Discharge summary, dated [DATE] to 12/10/2025
indicated Resident 33 was discharged from PT on 12/10/2025.
During a review of Resident 33's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool), dated 12/18/2025,
the MDS indicated Resident 33 had the ability to express wants and ideas. The MDS indicated Resident 33
had the ability to understand verbal content. The MDS indicated Resident 33 was dependent on nursing
staff for toileting hygiene, lower body dressing, putting and taking off shoes, sitting, lying down, standing
and transferring. The MDS indicated Resident 33 used a wheelchair. The MDS indicated Resident 33's prior
ability with everyday activities needed partial assistance from nursing staff with bathing, dressing, using the
toilet, or eating. The MDS indicated Resident 33 had occupational and physical therapy administered for at
least 15 minutes a day or on one or more days in the last seven days. The MDS indicated Resident 33 had
zero days of the restorative nursing program (RNA-nursing aide program that helps residents to maintain
their function and joint mobility)
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The Earlwood
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Torrance, CA 90503
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview on 1/5/2026 at 2:01 p.m. with Resident 33, Resident 33 stated that she was transferred
to the hospital on 12/11/ 2025, for three days with the expectation of receiving therapy, but has not received
any therapy since returning. Resident 33 stated upon arrival at the hospital, she repeatedly asked, Why am
I here? Resident 33 stated that while at the hospital, she underwent dialysis (a treatment that cleanses the
blood of waste and excess fluids through a machine when the kidneys have failed).
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 1/7/2026 at 1:01 p.m. with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 8, CNA 8 stated
Resident 33 transferred to the GACH on 12/11/2025 for an evaluation. CNA 8 stated there was no changes
with Resident 33 participation with ADL.
During an interview on 1/7/2026 at 1:32 p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 5, LVN 5 stated on
12/11/2025 stated Resident 33 was transferred to the GACH for decrease in participation in activities of
daily living. Resident 33 stated she did not see any documentation of a change of condition for a decrease
in ADLs. LVN 5 stated there was no documentation in the Nursing Progress Notes regarding a decrease in
ADLs prior to Resident 33's transfer to the GACH. LVN 5 stated she does not know if anything was done to
prevent Resident 33's hospitalization. LVN 5 stated a COC was dated 12/11/2025 but the COC was blank
with no documentation. LVN 5 stated she does not know if Resident 33's ADLs have improved or declined.
During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 1:44 p.m. with Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) 3, RNS 3 stated
Resident 33 was a dialysis resident and was transferred to the GACH for an evaluation of a decreased
participation in ADLs. RNS 3 stated Resident 33 was on RNA.
During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 2:03 p.m. with the Director of Rehabilitation (DOR), the DOR stated
Resident 33 received PT and PT services from 9/29/2025 to 12/10/2025. The DOR stated on 12/10/2025
Resident 33 was discharged from PT and OT. DOR stated Resident 33 did not have a decline. DOR stated
Resident 33 improved and exceeded goals for dressing and personal hygiene. The DOR stated on
12/11/2025 Resident 33 returned to custodial care. The DOR stated on 12/11/2025 she was notified
Resident 33 transferred to the GACH for a change of condition. The DOR stated a decrease in ADLs is not
a hospital diagnosis.
During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 7:12 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated on
12/8/2025 Resident 33 had a decrease participation in ADLs. The DON stated there was no documentation
from the licensed nurses regarding a decreased participation in ADLs. The DON stated there was no
documentation of a change of condition. The DON stated when Resident 33 was discharged from PT and
OT, Resident 33 went to custodial care. The DON stated there was no medical necessity and no reason for
Resident 33's transfer to the GACH. The DON stated when Resident 33 returned from the GACH Resident
33 was recalculated for new services and was now on skilled services.
During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 7:28 p.m. with the DOR, the DOR stated Resident 33 was re-admitted to
the facility back on PT and OT. The DOR stated the PT and OT therapy was reset after three days in the
hospital and Resident 33 was admitted again for PT and OT therapy. The DOR stated Resident 33 went to
the hospital without a medical necessity. The DOR stated Resident 33 met the goals for PT and OT on
12/10/2025.
During a review of Resident 33's GACH Face Sheet, the GACH Face Sheet indicated Resident 33 was
admitted go facility on 12/11/2025 at 5:15 p.m. The GACH Face Sheet indicated Resident 33 was admitted
to the GACH with a chief complaint of end stage renal disease and elevated lipase (a protein enzyme
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055032
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0627
that breaks down fat and oils into fatty acids and glycerol).
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of Resident 33's GACH records, titled Physician Progress Notes, dated 12/12/2025, the
Physician Progress Notes indicated Resident 33 presented with intermittent abdominal pain. The Physician
Progress Notes indicated Resident 33's right upper and lower extremity strength was 5/5, left
hemiplegia.sensation is intact with pinprick and light touch stimulation to all extremities.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 33's GACH record, titled General Radiology, dated 12/12/2025, the General
Radiology record indicated Resident 33 had a Kidneys Ureters and Bladder (KUB- an x-ray to assess the
abdominal pain or to assess kidneys, ureter and bladder). The KUB findings indicated Resident 33 had
nonspecific bowel gas.
During a review of resident 33's GACH records, titled Physician Progress Notes, dated 12/13/2025, the
Physician Progress Notes indicated Resident 33 was very stable from a neurological (problems affecting
the nervous system) perspective. The Physician Progress Notes indicated no new recommendation at this
time.
During a review of Resident 33's Nursing Progress Notes, dated 12/14/2026, the Nursing Progress Notes
indicated Resident 33 was readmitted to the facility on [DATE], alert and oriented to name, place, time and
situation, stable condition.Per nursing report from the GACH Resident 33 was admitted for abdominal pain,
was diagnosed with end stage renal disease and elevated lipase. The Nursing Notes indicated Resident 33
received dialysis at the GACH with two liters of fluid removed.
2. During a review of Resident 44's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
originally admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and 9/2/2025 to the facility with diagnoses
including dementia ( a progressive state of decline in mental abilities), congestive heart failure( CHF-a
heart disorder which causes the heart to not pump the blood efficiently, sometimes resulting in leg
swelling), generalized muscle weakness and bipolar disorder (sometimes called manic-depressive disorder;
mood swings that range from the lows of depression to elevated periods of emotional highs).
During a review of Resident 44's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident had an intact cognition
(ability to think and make decisions) and required partial/moderate assistance (helper does less than half
the effort) with bed mobility, and lower body dressing.
During a review of Resident 44's Transfer Form dated 8/29/2025, the Transfer Form indicated the resident
was transferred to GACH on 8/29/2025 at 3:38 p.m. due to decline in ADL status.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/2026 at 12;14 p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 1, Resident 44's Transfer Form dated 8/29/2025, COC Form dated 8/27/2025, and all laboratory
results and radiology results done on 8/2025 were reviewed. LVN 1 stated the resident had a COC on
8/27/2025 due to a decline in ADL and the Transfer Form indicated the resident had postural imbalance(
body is not aligned correctly) with right sided leaning which raised concerns for musculoskeletal( having to
with muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments and joints) weakness or neurological involvement( problems with
the brain, spinal cord or nerves that disrupt how a person think, move, feel or control basic functions like
breathing or balance). LVN 1 stated the resident came back to the facility on 9/2/2025. LVN 1 stated there
were no laboratory tests or diagnostic test ordered by the physician when the resident had a change of
condition and before discharging to the GACH two days later.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0627
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 44's COC dated 8/27/2025 timed at 2:01 p.m., the COC indicated a decline in
ADL status started on 8/27/2025. The COC indicated the resident had noticeable regression in physical and
postural control. The COC indicated the physician was notified.
During a review of Resident 44's OT Treatment Encounter Note dated 8/26 /2025 and 8/27/2025, the
Occupational Therapy Treatment Encounter Note indicated the resident actively participate and compliant
with skilled interventions (goal directed treatments requiring a therapist's specialized knowledge,
judgement, and skill to help clients regain or improve their ability to perform daily activities).
During a review of Resident 44's PT Treatment Encounter Note dated 8/26/2025 and 8/28/2025, the
Physical Therapy Treatment Encounter Note indicated the following on;
8/26/2025 bed mobility Resident 44 required 26 to 50 percent assistance.
8/28/2025 bed mobility Resident 44 required 26 to 50 percent assistance.
8/26/2025 transfer from sit to stand Resident 44 required 51 to 75 percent assistance.
8/28/2025 transfer from sit to stand the Resident 44 required 51 to 75 percent assistance.
8/26/2025 for ambulation (act of walking), Resident 44 walked five feet with two wheeled walker and
required 51 to 75 percent assistance.
8/28/2025 for ambulation, Resident 44 walked five feet with two wheeled walker and required 51 to 75
percent assistance.
The Physical Therapy Encounter Notes indicated the resident actively participated with skilled interventions
on 8/26/2025 and 8/28/2025.
During a review of Resident 44's GACH's Records titled, Physician H&P, dated 8/30/2025 timed at 10:36
a.m., the H&P indicated the resident's chief complaint (main reason the patient sees a physician) was
declining ADL. The H&P indicated the resident received 500 milliliters (ml- unit of volume) Normal Saline
(sterile solution of salt in sterile water) intravenously (directly into a vein) and resident's serum sodium was
134 milliequivalents per liter (mEq/L- unit of measurement and normal levels of Sodium is between 135-145
milliequivalents per liter).
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/2026 at 2:18 p.m. with the Director of Rehabilitation
(DOR), Resident 44's Occupational Therapy Treatment Encounter Note dated 8/26/2025, and 8/27/2025
were reviewed. DOR stated the resident actively participated in ADL and based on the OT Treatment Notes
on 8/27/2025 the resident had improved and indicated no ADL decline.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/2026 at 2:18 p.m. with DOR, Resident 44's Physical
Therapy Encounter Note dated 8/26/2025 and 8/28/2025 were reviewed. DOR stated PT Treatment
Encounter Note dated 8/26/2025 and 8/28/2025 indicated no decline in mobility and no decline in ADL.
DOR stated the resident had improved in terms of ADL before the resident was discharged to GACH.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/2026 at 4:37 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DOR)
and Minimum Data Set Nurse (MDSN), Resident 44's electronic chart was reviewed. [NAME] stated the
resident had a COC on 8/27/2025 for inability to participate in ADL. MDSN stated there were no
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COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0627
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
laboratory tests or diagnostic tests ordered related to the COC on 8/27/2025. MDSN stated there was no
documentation indicating the resident was monitored or the resident was not doing well due to decline in
ADL after the COC on 8/27/2025 and to the day the resident was transferred to GACH on 8/29/2025.
MDSN stated there was no documentation the resident required to be transferred or discharged to GACH.
DON stated she could not recall why the resident was being discharged to the hospital. MDSN stated the
physician order for transfer to GACH was ordered on 8/29/2025 and timed at 3:54 p.m. DON stated not
monitoring, reassessing the resident after a COC and documenting the necessity of transfer had the
potential to result in an inappropriate discharge to the hospital.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P), titled Transfer or Discharge, undated, the P&P
indicated, If the basis for the transfer or discharge is that the transfer or discharge is necessary for the
resident's welfare, and the resident's needs cannot be met in the facility, the resident's physician (or
provider) documents the specific resident needs that cannot be met, this facility's attempt to meet those
need, and the receiving facility's service(s) that are available to meet those needs.
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055032
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0628
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or
bed-hold policies.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a written notice of bed hold (a resident's right to
keep a bed vacant and available for seven days after their transfer to the hospital in anticipation of their
return to the facility) for one of four sampled residents (Resident 13) or resident ‘s representative ([RP]
resident's representative-individual acting on behalf of the resident) at the time of transfer to a General
Acute Care Hospital(GACH).This failure had the potential to result in an inappropriate discharge by not
informing Resident 13 and / or their RP of the right to receive a bed hold and to return to the facility after
hospitalization.Findings:During a review of Resident 13's admission Record, the admission Record
indicated the resident was initially admitted on [DATE] and was readmitted to the facility with diagnoses
including intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma ( rare cancer that starts in the tiny tubes inside the liver that carry
digestive fluid out of the liver to the small intestine) and mechanical complication of bile duct
prosthesis(when the tube used to keep the bile duct[small tube that carries digestive fluid from the liver and
gallbladder to the small intestine to help digest fats and remove waste] open breaks, gets blocked by sludge
or stones , moves out of place or causes tissue irritation or damage).During a review of Resident 13's
Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool) dated 11/14/2025, the MDS indicated the Resident
13 had moderately impaired cognitive skills(thinking, learning, remembering and problem solving is
noticeably harder affecting daily tasks of life) and required partial/moderate assistance ( helper does less
than half the effort) bed mobility , transfer to and from a bed to chair and dressing.During a concurrent
interview and record review on 1/7/2026 at 4:26 p.m. with RN Supervisor (RNS) 2, Resident 13's Transfer
Form, dated 11/6/2025 was reviewed. The Transfer Form indicated, Resident 13 was transferred to the
GACH due to the biliary drain ( thin , flexible tube into a blocked bile duct to let backed up digestive fluid
flow out either into a bag outside the body or internally, relieving symptoms like pain or jaundice[ condition
where the skin and the whites of the eyes turn yellow due to a buildup of bilirubin] malfunctioning.During an
interview on 1/8/2026 at 3:35 p.m. with RNS 3, RNS 3 stated a Bed Hold Notice is provided to the resident
and ordered by a physician when a resident is transferred to GACH to ensure the resident's bed is still
available when he or she returns to the facility. RNS 3 stated a Bed Hold Notice is Resident 13's right to
have her bed when returning to the facility. RNS 3 stated not providing a written Bed Hold Notice would
upset Resident13 if a bed was available from the GACH.During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 5:28 p.m. with
the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated there was no written bed hold notice provided to Resident
13 before transferring or discharging to GACH. The DON stated the licensed nurses can obtain a verbal
order from the physician for a 7-day bed hold and will give the written notice of bed hold to Resident 13 or
the RP. The DON stated not providing the Resident 13 or the RP with a written bed hold notice would
violate their right to be informed that the bed is going to be held while Resident 13 was not in the
facility.During a review of facility's policy and procedure(P&P) titled, Bed-Holds and Returns, revised
10/2022, the P&P indicated all residents/representatives are provided with a written information regarding
state bed-hold policies which address holding or reserving a resident's bed during period of absence
(hospitalization or therapeutic leave) at the time of transfer or within 24 hours if the transfer was an
emergency.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0644
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for
services as needed.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** During an
interview and record review the facility failed to ensure one of two sampled resident (Resident 7) had a
Level II preadmission screening and resident review evaluation ([PASARR]-a mental health evaluation done
to determine if an individual can benefit from specialized mental health services). This failure had the
potential to place Resident 7 at risk of inappropriate placement, not receiving necessary care, and
unidentified specialized services.Findings: During a review of Resident 7's admission Record, the
admission Record indicated Resident 7 was admitted to the hospital on [DATE] with diagnoses of but not
limited to bipolar (sometimes called manic-depressive disorder; mood swings that range from the lows of
depression to elevated periods of emotional highs), and paraplegia (loss of movement and/or sensation, to
some degree, of the legs) . During a review of the Physician Progress Notes, dated 11/25/2025, the
Physician Progress Notes indicated Resident 7 had the capacity to make medical decisions. During a
review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS-a resident assessment tool), dated 11/27/2025, the MDS indicated
Resident 7 had the ability to express ideas and wants. The MDS indicated Resident 7 had the ability to
understand others. The MDS indicated Resident 7 needed nursing supervision or touching assistance when
transferring to the shower. The MDS indicated Resident 7 needed setup or clean-up assistance with
toileting, showering, dressing and putting on and taking off shoes. The MDS indicated Resident 7 had a
diagnosis of bipolar disorder. During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/2026 at 3:11 p.m.,
with the Minimum Data Set Nurse (MDSN), Resident 7's Notice of PASARR Level I Screening Results,
dated 11/21/2025 was reviewed. The Notice of PASARR Level I Screening Results indicated a Level II
Mental Health evaluation was not required for serious mental illness (SMI). The MDSN stated she reviewed
the PASARR and medical records for any inaccuracy and reviewed the residents' medication list and
diagnoses. The MDSN stated she missed Resident 7's diagnosis of bipolar. The MDSN stated appropriate
services for mental illness and recommendations from the PASARR could be missed. During an interview
on 1/8/2026 at 6:37 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the pre-screening process
functions similarly to a care plan. The DON stated that if the pre-screening was not documented accurately,
the resident may not receive appropriate care for behaviors and necessary services. During a review of the
policy and procedure (P&P), titled PASRR Completion Policy, date revised 9/30/2024, the P&P indicated,
The Center will make sure that all admissions have the appropriate Patient Assessment and Resident
Review (PASARR) completed.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a person-centered care plan with measurable
interventions was created and implemented for one of two sampled residents (Resident 11), when on
11/20/2025, the resident started vomiting and complained of generalized pain of 10/10. This deficient
practice had the potential to negatively impact the delivery of necessary care and services for Resident
11.Findings: During a review of Resident 11's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident
11 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 1's diagnoses
included irritable bowel syndrome (a condition that affects a person's stomach and intestines and can
cause abdominal cramping, bloating [uncomfortable feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the
abdomen] and change in bowel habits) alcoholic cirrhosis of liver (when long term alcohol use severely
damage the liver causing it to harden) with ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdomen), secondary
esophageal varices without bleeding , quadriplegia, (paralysis of both arms, and both legs), contracture (a
permanent tightening of muscles, tendons, skin, and nearby tissues that causes the joints to shorten and
become very stiff) and cervical disc disorder (condition affecting the intervertebral discs in the cervical
spine (neck region) with myelopathy (disorder or injury affecting the spinal cord) and spinal stenosis
(condition where the spaces within a person's spine narrow). During a review of Resident 11's Minimum
Data Set (MDS- a resident's assessment tool) dated 6/14/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 11 had intact
cognitive (ability to understand and be understood by others) skills for daily decision making. The MDS
indicated Resident 11 was dependent (helper does all the effort and the resident makes none of the effort
to complete the activity) with bed mobility, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, personal hygiene, shower and
upper/lower body dressing. During a review of Resident 11's Nurse's Progress Note dated 11/21/25 at 4:22
p.m., the Nurse's Progress Notes indicated Resident 11 had been vomiting for three days. Resident 11's
vital signs (VS-measure the basic functions of the body which include temperature, blood pressure, pulse
and respiratory [breathing] rate) were taken, the abdomen was firm, and bowel sounds were active in all
quadrants (areas). The notes indicated Resident 11 was placed on nothing by mouth (NPO) status, except
for sips of water. During a review of Nurse's Progress Note dated 11/21/25 at 7:20 p.m., the note indicated
Resident 11 had been vomiting throughout the day. During a review of Resident 11' s change of condition
([COC] a sudden, clinically important deviation from a person's baseline in physical, cognitive (ability to
think, understand, learn, and remember) behavioral, or functional status which without immediate
intervention, may result in complications or death) dated 11/22/25 timed at 3:37 p.m., the COC indicated
Resident 11 was unable to eat, or drink, and eat adequate amount of food and fluid, nausea (unpleasant
sensation or discomfort in the stomach) and vomiting started 11/20/25. The COC indicated Resident 11's
primary care physician was notified (date/time and recommendation not indicated). The COC indicated
decreased appetite/fluid intake and unable to keep food down. During a concurrent interview and record
review on 1/8/2026, at 3:11 p.m. with LVN 3, Resident 11's Progress Notes dated 11/21/25, Weights and
Vital Summary dated 11/25 were reviewed. LVN 3 stated on 11/21/2025, Resident 11 vomited twice during
his shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) LVN 3 stated the first vomitus consisted of food the resident had eaten.
He did not observe the second episode, as the RN Supervisor (RNS) 2 assessed Resident 11 at that time.
LVN 3 stated there was no documentation of Resident 11's assessment to include color, and smell of
vomitus, abdominal assessment and VS. LVN 3 stated a COC report and care plan were not initiated and
Resident 11 was not closely monitored. LVN 3 stated a proper assessment should include evaluating the
color and smell of vomitus, recent intake,
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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and the resident's physical state. He stated no assessment was documented, and that meant the
assessment was not done. LVN 3 stated residents should be monitored closely at least every one to two
hours. During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/8/26 at 4:15 p.m., with Registered Nurse
Supervisor (RNS) 3, Resident 11's Progress Notes dated 11/20/25 to 11/23/25, COC Evaluation dated
11/22/25, Weights and Vital Summary dated 11/25, Physician Orders, Medication Administration Record
(MAR) dated 11/25, and Pain Assessment were reviewed. RNS 3 stated Resident 11 began vomiting on
11/20/25 and the COC was not initiated until 11/22/25 (2 days later). RNS 3 stated Resident 11's
complained of pain and vomiting was not care planned RNS 3 stated a person-centered care plan with
measurable interventions should have been created and implemented for Resident 11, when on
11/20/2025, the resident started vomiting and complained of generalized pain of 10/10. RNS 3 stated a
care plan serves as a guide for licensed nurses to provide treatment and care tailored to each resident's
individual needs.During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Care
Planning-Interdisciplinary Team dated 8/25/21, the P&P indicated The facility's interdisciplinary team is
responsible for the development of an individualized comprehensive care plan for each resident. A
comprehensive care plan for each resident is developed within seven (7) days of completion of the
comprehensive assessment (MDS). The care plan is based on the resident's comprehensive assessment
and is developed by an interdisciplinary Team which includes but is not necessarily limited to the following:
The residents' attending PhysicianA registered nurse with responsibility for the residentThe charge nurse
responsible for resident careThe dietary manager/dieticianNursing assistants with responsibility for the
residents etc. Cross Reference F697 and F684
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed,
and revised by a team of health professionals.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to revise, review and update the care plan for one of two
sampled Residents (Resident 13) addressing Resident 13's risk for pressure injury (localized damage to
the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence).This failure had the potential to result in
a recurrence of Resident 13's pressure injury in the coccyx (tailbone).Findings:During a review of Resident
13's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was initially admitted to the facility on
[DATE] and was readmitted to the facility with diagnoses including intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma (rare
cancer that starts in the tiny tubes inside the liver that carry digestive fluid out of the liver to the small
intestine) and mechanical complication of the bile duct prosthesis (when the tube used to keep the bile duct
[small tube that carries digestive fluid from the liver and gallbladder to the small intestine to help digest fats
and remove waste] open breaks, gets blocked by sludge or stones, moves out of place or causes tissue
irritation or damage).During a review of Resident 13's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment
tool) dated 11/14/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 13 had moderately impaired cognitive skills (thinking,
learning, remembering and problem solving is noticeably harder affecting daily tasks of life) and required
partial/moderate assistance (helper does less than half the effort) in bed mobility, transfers to and from a
bed to chair and dressing. The MDS indicated that the resident is at risk of developing pressure injuries and
required substantial/maximal assistance (helper does more than half the effort) with toilet hygiene and
bathing.During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/7/2026 at 11:10 a.m. with Treatment Nurse
(TN) 1, Resident 13's Care Plan was reviewed. TN1 stated the care plan was not created or changed when
the physician order for treatment of the pressure injury on the coccyx was changed to skin maintenance
(keeping skin clean, dry and protected to prevent skin breakdown) due to resolved pressure injury. TN 1
stated Resident 13's pressure injury of the coccyx developed in the facility and the current treatment order
indicated to apply an application of zinc oxide (topical skin protectant that creates a barrier and prevents
minor skin irritations by blocking moisture and external irritants) ointment to the coccyx for skin
maintenance. TN 1 stated updating and developing a care plan addressing the resolved pressure injury on
Resident 13's coccyx is important to ensure proper treatment is followed.During a concurrent interview and
record review on 1/7/2026 at 10:50 a.m. with the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), Resident 13's Care
Plan was reviewed. The IPN stated the Care Plan for pressure injury was resolved on 12/30/2025 and there
was no care plan created for skin maintenance for the coccyx. The IPN stated revising and developing a
care plan for resolved pressure injury was important to ensure any skin breakdown on the coccyx area is
monitored and proper interventions are implemented.During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 5:26 p.m. with the
Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated TN1 should have developed a care plan for Resident 13
addressing skin maintenance for the coccyx, so that the care plan will be known to all the staff who are
taking care of the residents.During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Care Plan
Comprehensive, revised 8/5/2021, the P&P indicated assessments of residents are ongoing, care plans are
reviewed and revised as information about the resident and the resident's condition change.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of three sampled residents (Resident 11), was
provided needed care and services when the resident had a change of condition ([COC] a sudden,
clinically important deviation from a person's baseline in physical, cognitive (ability to think, understand,
learn, and remember) behavioral, or functional status which without immediate intervention, may result in
complications or death) on 11/21/25. The facility failed to: 1. Follow Resident 11's Nurse Practitioner's ( NP)
order from a text message communication to Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS 3) dated 11/22/25 at 1:35
p.m., which indicated to transfer Resident 11 to the general acute care hospital (GACH) immediately for
magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI- process of taking pictures of organs and tissues inside the body to
dictate or diagnosis diseases, and monitor treatment) and further evaluation due to Resident 11 having
symptoms of abdominal and arm pain rated at 10 out of 10 on a pain scale rating (where 0 to 3= mild pain,
4 to 7 =moderate pain, 8 to 10 = severe pain, and 10 = worse pain possible), concern of dehydration and
esophageal varices (swollen enlarged, veins in the lining of the esophagus [food pipe], that can become
weaken, rupture, and cause sudden, severe, and life-threatening internal bleeding).2. Document Resident
11's NP's text message orders dated 11/22/25, which indicated to transfer Resident 11 to a GACH in the
resident's medical record for care continuity.3. Follow Resident 11's NP's text message orders dated
11/21/25, which indicated to give Resident 11 Tylenol (pain medication) suppository (inserted into anus),
use warm compress to the abdomen for comfort and reposition to reduce discomfort when Resident 11
complained of a sharp stubbing pain rated at 10/10 to her abdomen and had been vomiting (throw up) for
three days4. Follow NP's orders to transfer Resident 11 to the GACH on 11/22/25 instead of the Director of
Nursing ( DON)'s order which indicated not to transfer the resident to the GACH per progress notes dated
11/23/25 at 5:50pm.5. Ensure timely completion of STAT (immediately) laboratory tests as ordered by the
NP on 11/22/25 at 7:13 p.m., without waiting until 11/23/25 at 8:00 a.m., (approximately 13 hours) after the
orders were received. 6. Ensure a person-centered care plan with measurable interventions was created
and implemented for Resident 11, when on 11/20/2025, the resident started vomiting and complained of
generalized pain of 10/10. 7. Follow its policy and procedures (P/P) titled Transfer or discharge dated
8/2018, which indicated to transfer residents as necessary for the resident's welfare and if the resident's
needs could not be met in the facility These failures resulted in 30 hours delay in transferring Resident 11 to
the GACH from the time the NP gave the transfer order on 11/22/2025 at 1:35 p.m. On 11/23/2025,
Resident 11 was transferred to GACH after the resident started vomiting blood, received one unit of blood
transfusion (replacement of loss blood) and underwent a therapeutic paracentesis ( medical procedure
performed to remove excess fluid from the abdomen for symptom relief).Findings:During a review of
Resident 11's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 11 was initially admitted to the
facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 1's diagnoses included irritable bowel syndrome (a
condition that affects a person's stomach and intestines and can cause abdominal cramping, bloating
[uncomfortable feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen] and change in bowel habits)
alcoholic cirrhosis of liver (when long term alcohol use severely damage the liver causing it to harden) with
ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdomen), secondary esophageal varices without bleeding ,
quadriplegia, (paralysis of both arms, and both legs), contracture (a permanent tightening of muscles,
tendons, skin, and nearby tissues that causes the joints to shorten and become very stiff) and cervical disc
disorder (condition affecting the intervertebral discs (spine) in the cervical spine (neck region) with
myelopathy (disorder or injury affecting the spinal
Residents Affected - Few
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0684
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
cord) and spinal stenosis (condition where the spaces within a person's spine narrow). During a review of
Resident 11's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident's assessment tool) dated 6/14/2025, the MDS indicated
Resident 11 had intact cognitive (ability to understand and be understood by others) skills for daily decision
making. The MDS indicated Resident 11 was dependent (helper does all the effort and the resident makes
none of the effort to complete the activity) with bed mobility, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, personal
hygiene, shower and upper/lower body dressing. During a review of Resident 11's Nurse's Progress Notes
dated 11/21/25 at 3:27 p.m., the Nurse's Progress Notes indicated Resident 11 refused gabapentin
(medication used to treat pain) 300 milligram (mg-unit of measurement). The Nurse's Progress Note
indicated Resident 11 stated she did not want to take the medication as she did not want to throw up.
During a review of Resident 11's Nurse's Progress Notes dated 11/21/25 at 3:33 p.m., the Nurse's Progress
Notes indicated Resident 11 refused lactulose (medication used to treat constipation) due to recurrent
vomiting. The Nurse's Progress Notes indicated Resident 11 stated she did not want to vomit and felt the
medication did not work for her. During a review of Resident 11's Nurse's Progress Note dated 11/21/25 at
4:22 p.m., the Nurse's Progress Notes indicated Resident 11 had been vomiting for three days. Resident
11's vital signs (VS-measure the basic functions of the body which include temperature, blood pressure,
pulse and respiratory [breathing] rate) were taken, the abdomen was firm, and bowel sounds were active in
all quadrants (areas). The notes indicated Resident 11 was placed on nothing by mouth (NPO) status,
except for sips of water. During a review of Nurse's Progress Note dated 11/21/25 at 7:20 p.m., the note
indicated Resident 11 had been vomiting throughout the day. During a review of text message exchanges
between RNS 3 and the NP dated 11/21/25 (unknown time), the text message indicated RNS 3 reported
that Resident 11 had been vomiting for three days, complained of a sharp stabbing pain rated at 10/10 to
her abdomen and arm. RNS 3 asked for options for Resident 1's pain of 10/10. The NP responded
indicating for pain control use Tylenol suppository (if available), warm compress to the abdomen for comfort
and reposition to reduce discomfort. During a review of text message exchanges between RNS 3 and the
NP dated 11/22/25 at 1:35 p.m., the text messages indicated instructions from the NP to transfer Resident
11 to the GACH immediately due to vomiting for three days, abdominal and arm pain rated 10/10, concerns
for dehydration (body loses more fluid than it takes in) and possible esophageal varices. The NP indicated
Resident 11 must be sent out to a GACH immediately for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI-a test that
creates clear images of structures inside the body) and further evaluation. During a review of Resident 11 s
COC Evaluation dated 11/22/25 timed at 3:37 p.m., the COC indicated Resident 11 was unable to eat, or
drink, and eat adequate amount of food and fluid, nausea (unpleasant sensation or discomfort in the
stomach) and vomiting started 11/20/25. The COC indicated Resident 11's primary care physician was
notified (date/time and recommendation not indicated). The COC indicated decreased appetite/fluid intake
and unable to keep food down. During a review of text message exchanges between RNS 3 and the NP
dated 11/22/25 at 6:06 p.m., NP asked RNS 3 if Resident 11 was transferred to GACH. RNS 3 responded
that the RN Supervisor (name unknown) from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., shift told her the Director of Nursing (DON )
advised not to take Resident 11 to the GACH, to start intravenous (IV-through the vein) fluids and STAT
(immediately) labs. RNS 3's text message also indicated Resident 11 had vomiting with pain and abdominal
discomfort. NP responded If the DON is taking over this case, please follow her direction for now, continue
IV hydration and complete the STAT Complete Blood Count (CBC) - blood test that measures several
components of the resident's blood) , Comprehensive Metabolic Profile ([CMP] - blood test that measures
14 different substances to evaluate the body's chemical balance, Lipase (blood test) and Lactate (blood
test) as ordered. Monitor the resident closely and notify me
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
immediately of any worsening abdominal pain, vomiting, changes in vital signs, or signs of
dehydration.During a review of Nurse's Progress Note dated 11/23/25 at 5:50 p.m.,the note indicated
Resident 11 was transferred to GACH due to esophageal (throat) pain rated at 10/10. The note indicated
Resident 11 had nausea and red-colored vomitus (contents of the stomach that have come up through the
mouth) and refused all medications because of their taste and smell. The Nurse's Progress Note indicated
Resident 11 was scheduled to be transferred to the GACH for further evaluation on 11/22/25, during the
7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. shift per physician's order. The note indicated according to the DON Resident 11 was
already given IV hydration and STAT CBC tests done. The NP was informed and instructed staff to follow
the DON's orders and notify her if symptoms worsened. During a review of Resident 11's GACH's History
and Physical (H&P) dated 11/23/25 at 11:42 p.m., the H&P indicated Resident 11 arrived for hematemesis
(blood in vomitus) and reported severe pain. The H&P indicated Resident 11 reported vomiting blood that
began approximately two weeks ago and on 11/23/2025 characterized by a copper (metallic) taste and a
small amount of visible blood. During a review of Resident 11's GACH's Discharge summary dated [DATE],
the report indicated Resident 11 was admitted to the GACH on 11/23/25 and discharged on 11/26/25 (a
total of 3 days). The report indicated Resident 11 presented to the emergency room (ER) with hematemesis
(blood in the vomit) and severe pain, which the resident reported started 2 weeks prior. The report indicated
Resident 11 underwent Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD diagnostic procedure where a flexible tube
with a camera (endoscope) is inserted through the mouth to examine the esophagus, stomach, and the first
part of the small intestine) on 11/25/25 with minimal esophageal varices and gastritis (inflammation of the
stomach's inner lining). Resident 11 started on Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI - medications to reduce stomach
acid production) IV (drip.(infusion) Resident 11 underwent therapeutic paracentesis on 11/26/25 with 3.6
liters of fluid removed. Resident 11 received one unit of packed red blood cells ( PRBC- blood) transfusion.
During an interview on 1/5/2026 at 10:45 a.m., Resident 11 stated she was hospitalized on 11/2025 and
returned to the facility after two days. Resident 11 stated she had severe abdominal pain with nausea,
vomiting and vomiting with blood that started on 11/20/2025. Resident 11 stated she was transferred to the
GACH the evening of 11/23/2025. During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 11:26 a.m. with Certified Nurse
Assistant (CNA 3), CNA 3 stated on 11/22/25 (unknown time) she observed Resident 11 vomit twice while
she was in the resident's room. CNA 3 stated she notified the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) (name
unknown ) and the LVN assessed Resident 11. CNA 3 stated Resident 11 told the LVN that she was
nauseous, and her abdominal pain was more severe than usual. CNA 3 stated the LVN offered Resident 11
medication to stop her from vomiting but Resident 11 refused stating she did not want to take it because
she was afraid it would make her vomit During an interview on 1/8/26 at 11:37 a.m. with CNA 4, CNA 4
stated on 11/22/25 at 12:30 p.m., she informed the charge nurse Resident 11 was complaining of feeling
sick and nauseous. During a telephone interview on 1/8/2026 at 12:03 p.m., with the NP, the NP stated on
11/21/25 RNS 3 notified her that Resident 11 was vomiting. The NP advised RNS 3 to monitor Resident 11
and inform her of any changes. On 11/22/25 the NP ordered lab test, and IV fluids. The NP stated RNS 3
did not notify her that Resident 11 vomited blood. The NP stated she ordered NPO and notified Resident
11's primary doctor that the resident was vomiting blood. The NP stated RNS 3 sent a text message on
11/22/25 reporting Resident 11 was vomiting. The NP responded with a text message asking if Resident 11
was vomiting blood, and RNS 3 reported on 11/22/25 the resident consumed Jello despite being NPO at
12:00pm. The NP stated that around midnight on 11/22/25, the RNS 4 texted her stating Resident 11 was
vomiting and the vomitus appeared reddish. The NP stated on 11/23/25 at 6:00 p.m., she determined
Resident 11 needed to be transferred to the GACH due to inability to maintain
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055032
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0684
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
adequate oral intake, blood in the vomit, and abdominal cramping. The NP stated Resident 11's primary
care physician was informed, as he was included in the text messages. During a concurrent interview and
record review on 1/8/2026, at 3:11 p.m. with LVN 3, Resident 11's Progress Notes dated 11/21/25, Weights
and Vital Summary dated 11/25 were reviewed. LVN 3 stated on 11/21/2025, Resident 11 vomited twice
during his shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) LVN 3 stated the first vomitus consisted of food the resident had
eaten. He did not observe the second episode, as the RN Supervisor (RNS) 2 assessed Resident 11 at that
time. LVN 3 stated there was no documentation of Resident 11's assessment to include color, and smell of
vomitus, abdominal assessment and VS. LVN 3 stated a COC report and care plan were not initiated and
Resident 11 was not closely monitored. LVN 3 stated a proper assessment should include evaluating the
color and smell of vomitus, recent intake, and the resident's physical state. He stated no assessment was
documented, and that meant the assessment was not done. LVN 3 stated residents should be monitored
closely at least every one to two hours. During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/26 at 4:15
p.m., with RNS 3, Resident 11's Progress Notes dated 11/20/25 to 11/23/25, COC Evaluation dated
11/22/25, Weights and Vital Summary dated 11/25, Physician Orders, Medication Administration Record
(MAR) dated 11/2025, and Pain assessment dated 11/2025 were reviewed. RNS 3 stated Resident 11
began vomiting on 11/20/25 and the COC was not initiated until 11/22/25 (2 days later). RNS 3 stated
Resident 11 had been refusing to take medications since 11/21/25 due to fear of vomiting. RNS 3 stated on
11/21/25, the NP was notified about Resident 11's vomiting and the NP ordered the resident to be placed
on NPO. RNS 3 stated on 11/22/25 at 5:00 p.m., Resident 11's family member (FM 1) requested to see the
resident's doctor and RNS 3 contacted the NP, at 7:13 p.m., and the NP ordered STAT lab tests, and IV
fluids. RNS 3 stated Resident 11 was started on IV fluids at 8:00 p.m. She further stated lab tests were not
performed until 11/23/25 at 8:00 a.m. (13 hours after the orders received ). RNS 3 stated STAT lab orders
were supposed to be completed within four hours, RNS 3 stated she was unsure why Resident 11's care
was delayed. RNS 3 stated given Resident 11 had been vomiting since 11/20/25, complained of pain at
10/10 on 11/21/25, and was refusing medications due to fear of vomiting, Resident should have been
transferred to a GACH when the NP gave the order on 11/22/25. RNS 3 stated she did not know why the
order was not entered on Resident 11's electronic health record (EHR), and why Resident 11 was not
transferred to the GACH on 11/22/25. RNS 3 stated the delay in providing needed care and services to
Resident 11 and per the NP's orders placed Resident 11 at risk for harm. During a concurrent interview and
record review on 1/8/26 at 6:54 p.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), Resident 11's Progress Note
dated 11/23/25 at 5:50 p.m., was reviewed. The DON stated she did not give any instructions to LVN 6 not
to transfer Resident 11 to the GACH on 11/22/25 and did not know why LVN 6 documented such. The DON
did not respond when told there was a text message conversation from the NP and RNS 3 on 11/22/25 to
transfer Resident 11 to GACH. The DON stated when a resident had a COC, the resident should be
monitored every hour, vital signs taken, and assessments documented. She stated there was no COC
initiated for Resident 11's vomiting until 11/22/25, no COC for Resident 11's complaint of pain rated 10/10
on 11/21/25, and no care plan initiated to address Resident 1's vomiting and pain. The DON stated the
importance of having a care plan was for staff to know interventions needed for Resident 11. During a
review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Change in a Resident's Condition or status dated
2/2021, the P&P indicated the facility promptly notified the resident, his or her attending physician and the
resident representative of changes in the resident's medical/mental condition.The nurse will notify residents
attending physicians on call when there had been a/ an:An accident or incident involving the
residentDiscovery of injuries of an unknown sourceSignificant change in the residents'
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0684
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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physical/emotional/ mental conditionNeed to transfer the resident to a hospital/treatment centerSpecific
instructions to notify the physician of changes in resident's condition. In addition to notifying the residents
and /or representative, the state mental health agency or state intellectual disability agency will be notified
within 24 hours of a significant change in the mental or physical condition or status. During a review of the
facility's P&P titled, Transfer or discharge dated 8/2018, indicated transfers or discharges may be necessary
to protect the health and well-being of the residents:If the transfer or discharge is necessary for the
resident's welfare and the resident's needs cannot be met in the facility. The facility will notify the resident's
attending physician for transfer to the hospital for treatmentNotify the receiving facility that the transfer is
being madeNotify the representative or family member. Cross reference to F697
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20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0689
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review the facility failed to ensure one of seven sampled residents (Resident 88), who
was at risk for falls, had fall precautions in place to prevent the resident from falling on 10/13/2025 at 9 p.m.,
and 10/14/25 at approximately 1 a.m. (approximately 4 hours apart).The facility failed to:1.Update Resident
88's care plan titled Unwitnessed Fall to include interventions such as a bed alarm (fall prevention device
that alerts caregivers when a patient attempts to get out of bed), landing pads (foam pads placed on the
floor alongside a bed to cushion the impact of a person falling), and maintaining the resident's bed in the
lowest position after Resident 88's first fall on 10/13/2025 at 9:00 p.m. 2. Ensure Resident 88 was
monitored every hour following a change of condition ([COC] a sudden, clinically important deviation from a
patient's baseline in physical, cognitive [ability to think, understand, learn, and remember] behavioral, or
functional status without which immediate intervention, may result in complications or death) on
10/13/2025. 3.Implement additional safety measures such as one-on-one supervision or move Resident 11
to a room closer to the nurses' station, despite multiple falls and high-fall risk status. 4. Follow its policy and
procedure (P&P), titled Accidents and Incidents-Investigating and Reporting, which indicated the facility will
collect and evaluate information to determine the cause of a fall and identify pertinent interventions to
prevent subsequent falls. These failures resulted in Resident 88 experiencing two falls four hours apart on
10/13/2025, sustaining a laceration (a deep cut, tear, or rip in the skin) to the left forehead, generalized
body bruises, and skin tears on both hands and left arm. Resident 88 was transferred to a general acute
care hospital (GACH) on 10/14/2025, where treatment included closure of the forehead laceration with
steri-strips (sterile noninvasive adhesive strips used to close and support minor, shallow cuts and surgical
incisions).5. The facility failed to ensure that the front door was equipped with an active alarm on the inside
and alarms on three of four emergency exit doors were activated. This failure had the potential to
compromise resident safety by not alerting staff when doors were accessed from the inside.Findings:
During a review of Resident 88's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 88 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident 88's diagnoses
included history of falling, cardiac pacemaker (medical device designed to regulate or maintain the heart's
rhythm), end stage renal disease (a medical condition in which a person's kidneys cease functioning on a
permanent basis ), and difficulty walking.
During a review of Resident 88's Nursing Documentations Evaluation dated 12/3/24 at 11:49 p.m., the
evaluation indicated fall risk factors included history of falls, poor safety judgment, impaired balance and
unsteady gait (walking).
During a review of Resident 88's care plan, titled Resident is at risk for falls, dated 2/2/2025, the care plan
goal indicated Resident 88 will be free from serious injury. The care plan interventions included to maintain
a clutter-free environment in the resident's room and consistent furniture, place the call light in reach while
the resident was in bed or close in proximity to the bed, remind the resident to use the call light when
attempting to ambulate or transfer and to place all necessary personal items within reach.
During a review of Resident 88's History and Physical (H&P), dated 9/24/2025, the H&P indicated Resident
88 had fluctuating capacity to understand and make decisions.
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055032
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 88's Minimum Data Set (MDS-a resident assessment tool), dated 9/25/2025,
the MDS indicated Resident 88 had the ability to express ideas and wants. The MDS indicated Resident 88
had the ability to understand others. Resident 88 was dependent (helper does all of the effort) on staff for
help with toileting, showering, lower body dressing, and putting on and taking off shoes. The MDS indicated
Resident 88 needed substantial to maximal assistance (helper does more than half the effort) from nursing
staff with walking, upper body dressing, sitting, lying down, standing, and transferring. The MDS indicated
Resident 88 did not use any assistive device (a mobility aid that provides support, stability, and balance for
people with walking difficulties).
During a review of Resident 88's care plan, titled Resident is at risk for falls: history of repeated falls dated
6/12/2025 revised 1/7/2026, the care plan interventions indicated to place the call light within reach,
maintain a clutter free environment and close monitoring throughout the shift.
During a review of Resident 88's care plan titled Resident was observed on the floor on the left side of the
bed dated 9/9/25 revised on 1/7/2026, the care plan interventions included neuro checks ( assessments to
evaluate the mental status) for 72 hours, educate the resident on the importance of not ambulating without
assistance, using the call light for assistance, engaging in independent activities, and toilet resident before
and after meals, and at bedtime.
During a review of Resident 88's care plan titled Unwitnessed fall dated 10/13/2025 revised 1/7/2026, the
care plan interventions indicated assess vital signs and level of consciousness, check for pain, perform a
head to toe assessment for any signs of injury.
During a review of Resident 88's COC Evaluation dated 10/13/2025 at 9:48 p.m., the COC indicated
Resident 88 had an unwitnessed fall. The COC indicated on 10/13/2025 at 3:00 p.m., Resident 88 was
observed in bed, alert and verbally responsive. At approximately 9 p.m., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
notified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4) that Resident 88 was found on the floor. The note indicated
Resident 88 had no apparent injuries and was unable to verbalize what happened when asked.
During a review of Resident 88's COC Evaluation dated 10/14/2025 at 12:55 a.m., the COC indicated
Resident 88 was found laying on the floor on his left side facing the door. The COC indicated resident
sustained a one inch laceration to the left side of the forehead. Resident 88 verbalized that he wanted to go
to the washroom when he fell.
During a review of Resident 88's Emergency Department Hospital Admission report dated 10/14/2025, the
report indicated Resident 88 presented to the GACH with a left forehead laceration that required stitches
(medical threads used to hold skin and tissue together while the body heals) with steri-strips. The report
indicated Resident 88 had skin tears to the left elbow, left forearm, and hands covered with gauze (wound
dressing). The report indicated Resident 88 had generalized bruising and scabs (protective crust over a
wound) to his body (sites not indicated).
During an interview on 1/07/2026 at 9:19 a.m. with CNA 6, CNA 6 stated Resident 88 was confused and
required constant assistance with toileting. CNA 6 stated on 10/14/2025, Resident 88 fell while attempting
to walk to the bathroom. CNA 6 stated resident was assessed as high risk for falls and should have been
monitored or supervised every two hours.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/07/2026 at 9:36 a.m. with LVN 2, Resident 88's COCs
dated 10/13/2025 and 10/14/2025, and care plan titled Resident is at High Risk for Falls dated 6/12/2025
were reviewed. LVN 2 stated the COC indicated Resident 88 fell on [DATE] at 9:00 p.m.,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
and had a second fall at approximately 1:00 a.m., on 10/14/2025 (4 hours apart). LVN 2 stated on
10/13/2025 at 9:00 p.m., Resident 88 was found lying on the floor after attempting to go to the bathroom.
LVN 2 stated Resident 88 required assistance with ambulation, had a second fall on 10/14/2025 which
resulted in a one-inch laceration on the forehead after the second fall. LVN 2 stated Resident 88 was
assessed at high risk for falls, had a history of falls but did not have interventions in place such as a bed
alarm and frequent rounding to prevent further falls.
During an interview on 1/07/2026 at 10:19 a.m. with CNA 7, CNA 7 stated she was assigned to Resident 88
on 10/13/2025. CNA 7 stated at 5:30 p.m., she assisted Resident 88 with dinner in his room. CNA 7 stated
at 6:30 p.m., while collecting trays, she observed Resident 88 again. CNA 7 stated the next time she saw
Resident 88 was after the fall at 9:00 p.m. on 10/13/25. CNA 7 stated Resident 88 frequently attempted to
get up without assistance.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/07/2026 at 3:30 p.m., with LVN 4, Resident 88's care
plan titled Unwitnessed Fall dated 10/13/2025 was reviewed. LVN 4 stated the care plan did not include
interventions such as bed alarms or landing pads after Resident 88's fall on 10/13/2025 at 9:00 p.m. LVN 4
stated Resident 88 experienced two falls: the first on 10/13/2025 at 9:00 p.m., when the resident was found
sitting next to the closet, and the second fall on 10/14/2025 at 1 a.m. He stated fall prevention measures
such as landing pads and bed alarms should have been included in Resident 88's care plan but they were
not.
During an interview on 1/08/2026 at 1:15 p.m. with Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) 3, RNS 3 stated
Resident 88 fell on [DATE] at 9:00 p.m. and Resident 88's fall care plan updated on 10/13/2025 did not
include new safety measures such as bed alarm or any new fall precaution measures to prevent further
falls. RNS 3 stated Resident 88 fell again on 10/14/2025 at 1 a.m. RNS 3 stated the falls could have been
prevented with more frequent rounding (at least every one to two hours), moving Resident 88 to a room
closer to the nurses' station, and implementing a bed alarm.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/08/2026 at 6:54 p.m. with the Director of Nursing
(DON), Resident 88's care plan titled Unwitnessed Fall dated 10/13/2025 was reviewed. The DON stated
the care plan did not include interventions such as landing pads or a bed alarm following the fall on
10/13/2025 at 9:00 p.m. The DON stated Resident 88 fell again on 10/14/2025 and sustained a laceration
on the forehead. The DON stated Resident 88 was at high risk for falls and required supervision and
assistance. She stated interventions such as a bed alarm, one-on-one supervision, and landing pads
should have been implemented but were not. The DON stated the interventions in Resident 88's care plan
were insufficient to prevent additional falls. The DON stated Resident 88 sustained an injury after the
second fall on 10/14/2025 which required evaluation and treatment at a GACH.
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P), titled Accidents and Incidents-Investigating and
Reporting, date revised 3/2018, the P&P indicated The Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the
department director or supervisor shall promptly initiate and document investigation of the accident or
incident. The following data, as applicable, shall be included on the Report of Incident/Accident form . any
corrective action taken . If underlying causes cannot be readily identified or corrected, staff will try various
relevant interventions, based on assessment of the nature or category of falling, until falling reduces or
stops or until a reason is identified for its continuation (for example, if the individual continues to try to get
up and walk without waiting for assistance) .
During a review of the facility's P&P, titled Accidents and Incidents-Investigating and Reporting, date
revised 3/2018, the P&P indicated The staff and physician will continue to collect and evaluate
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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Level of Harm - Actual harm
information until either the cause of the falling is identified, or it is determined that the cause cannot be
found or is not correctable. Based on the preceding assessment, the staff and physician will identify
pertinent interventions to try to prevent subsequent falls and to address the risks of clinically significant
consequences of falling.
Residents Affected - Few
5. During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/7/2026 at 6:00 a.m. with the Registered Nurse
Supervisor 1 (RNS 1), observed the front door and four exit doors were accessed from inside the building.
The alarms on three exit doors were not activated. RNS 1 stated the front door does not have an alarm and
can simply be pushed open. She stated the doors were not alarmed because staff frequently use them to
enter and exit the building, and a key was required to turn the alarms on and off, only supervisors have
these keys. RNS 1 stated exit doors should always remain alarmed and the front door should be alarmed
when the front lobby was closed to help ensure resident safety. RNS 1 stated the alarms were intended to
alert staff of a possible elopement (leaving the facility unsupervised and without authorization).
During an observation and interview on 1/7/2026 at 6:45 a.m. with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1),
CNA 1 was observed opening the exit door and the alarm did not activate. CNA 1 stated that this door was
used by staff to take linen barrels to the laundry. CNA 1 stated the door should have been alarmed from the
inside to alert staff when it was opened. CNA 1 stated that the lack of an active alarm posed a risk for
resident to elope, as staff would not be aware if a resident exited through the door.
During an interview on 1/7/2026 at 7:35 a.m. with the Administrator (ADM), the ADM stated she was made
aware alarms on three of the four exit doors were not activated from the inside and the front door did not
have an alarm to alert staff when opened. The ADM stated this posed a safety risk, as residents could
elope without staff being aware if the doors were not alarmed.
During a review of the policy and procedure (P&P) titled Security Plan (undated) the P&P indicated the
facility has established a security plan to help protect the safety of residents/patients, staff and visitors.
Exterior building security: a. This center has a schedule for locking/unlocking of exterior doors during night
time hours, including persons responsible. b. This center follows a schedule to inspect outdoor lighting
adequacy
Interior building security:
a. This center's security plan includes, if applicable, a plan for stairwell protection. The plan may include
descriptions of door security alarms/keypads and titles of persons responsible for updating/changing entry
codes, use of cameras and camera monitoring protocols, or other processes used for stairwell protection.
b. This center's security plan includes a schedule to inspect indoor lighting adequacy.
c. The center's plan also contemplates resident-specific security needs, including:
1.Security measures for special units.
2. Risk for resident elopement.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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3. Use of electronic alarms systems and communication call bells.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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055032
B. Wing
A. Building
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COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0697
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of three sampled residents (Resident 11) who
complained of stomach and arm pain rated at 10/10, on a pain scale rating of 0-10 (where 0 to 3= mild
pain, 4 to 7 =moderate pain, 8 to 10 = severe pain, and 10 = the worse pain possible) was assessed,
medicated and monitored. The facility failed to: 1. Ensure Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) 3 assessed
and monitored Resident 11's pain after Resident 11 complained of severe pain of 10/10 on 11/21/25. 2.
Ensure RNS 3 administered pain medication to Resident 11 when on 11/21/25 at 2:59 p.m., Resident 11
complained of severe pain rated at 10/10, as documented in the Nurses Progress notes on 11/21/25 at
2:59 p.m.3. Develop an individualized care plan for Resident 11 with interventions to monitor, prevent or
manage Resident 11's pain. 4. Offer Resident 11, non-pharmacologic interventions (approaches that do not
involve medications including heat, repositioning, relaxation, massage, exercise) per the Physician's order
on 6/9/25 and the Nurse Practitioner's (NP) text message order on 11/21/25, which indicated to use warm
compresses to the abdomen for comfort, relaxation breathing, and repositioning to reduce discomfort. 5.
Document the NP's text message orders dated 11/21/25 which indicated staff should provide
non-pharmacological pain interventions to Resident 11.6. Follow the facility's policy and procedures (P&P)
titled Pain Management dated 8/25/21, which indicated the facility will maintain the highest possible level of
comfort for residents by providing a system to identify, assess, treat, and evaluate pain. These deficient
practices resulted in Resident 11 experiencing severe sharp, stabbing pain in the arm and abdomen rated
at 10/10 (approximately 48 hours), which required evaluation and treatment at a general acute care hospital
(GACH). It also resulted in Resident 11 feeling very stressed, frustrated, and she described the pain as the
worst pain she ever experienced.Findings:During a review of Resident 11's admission Record, the
admission Record indicated Resident 11 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on
[DATE]. Resident 1's diagnoses included irritable bowel syndrome (a condition that affects a person's
stomach and intestines and can cause abdominal cramping, bloating [uncomfortable feeling of fullness,
tightness, or swelling in the abdomen] and change in bowel habits) alcoholic cirrhosis of liver (when long
term alcohol use severely damage the liver causing it to harden) with ascites (accumulation of fluid in the
abdomen), secondary esophageal varices (enlarged, fragile veins in the lower part of the throat at risk of
bleeding) without bleeding , quadriplegia, (paralysis of both arms, and both legs), contracture (a permanent
tightening of muscles, tendons, skin, and nearby tissues that causes the joints to shorten and become very
stiff) and cervical disc disorder (condition affecting the intervertebral discs in the cervical spine (neck
region) with myelopathy (disorder or injury affecting the spinal cord) and spinal stenosis (condition where
the spaces within a person's spine narrow).During a review of the Resident 11's Order Summary Report
dated 6/9/25, the order indicated:-Monitor Resident 11 for pain (mild pain 1-4, moderate pain 5-7, severe
pain 8-10) every shift-Acetaminophen oral tablet 325 milligrams (mg-unit of measurement), give two tablets
by mouth every 6 hours as needed for mild pain of 1-4.-Document non-pharmacological interventions
(repositioning, relaxation breathing, and massage) as needed and document results in the progress notes.
During a review of Resident 11's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident's assessment tool) dated 6/14/2025,
the MDS indicated Resident 11 had intact cognitive (ability to understand and be understood by others)
skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 11 was dependent (helper does all the effort.
The resident makes no effort to complete the activity) with bed mobility, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene,
personal hygiene, shower and upper/lower body dressing. During a review of Resident11's Order Summary
Report dated 11/14/25, the order indicated
Residents Affected - Few
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055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0697
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
suboxone (medication used to control pain) sublingual ( SL- under the tongue) film 2-0.5 mg, give one film
SL one time a day for pain management. During a review of Resident 11's Pain Assessment, the record
indicated:On 11/19/25 at 11:15p.m Resident 11's pain level was 7/10. On 11/21/25 at 4:42 a.m., Resident
11's pain level was 0/10. On 11/22/25 at 3:47 a.m., Resident 11's pain level was 0/10On 11/23/25 at 4:15
a.m. Resident 11's pain level was 0/10. On 11/23/25 at 7:35 p.m. Resident 11's pain level was 8/10. During
a review of Resident 11's Pain Assessment the record indicated Resident 11's pain was not assessed on
11/21/25, after she complained of pain rated at 10/10 at 2:59 p.m., per RNS 3's progress notes.During a
review of Resident11's Medication Administration Record (MAR) dated 11/19/2025, the MAR indicated
Resident 11 received acetaminophen ([Tylenol] -pain relieving medication) oral tablet 325 mg, two tablets
for a pain level of 7/10. During a review of Resident11's MAR dated 11/21/25 to 11/22/25, the MAR
indicated Resident 11 did not receive suboxone, as ordered for pain management. During a review of
Resident 11's Nurses Progress Note dated 11/21/25 at 2:59 p.m., the Nurses Progress Note indicated
Resident 11 complained of severe pain 10/10 and had been vomiting for the last three days. During a
review of Resident 11's Nurses Progress Note dated 11/21/25 at 4:59 p.m., the Nurses Progress Note
indicated Resident 11 reported only her sublingual pain medication (unable to state the name) helped relief
her pain. During a review of text message exchanges between RNS 3 and the NP dated 11/21/25
(unknown time), the text message indicated RNS 3 reported that Resident 11 had been vomiting for three
days, complained of a sharp stubbing pain rated at 10/10 to her abdomen and arm. RNS 3 asked for
options for Resident 1's pain of 10/10. The NP responded indicating for pain control use Tylenol suppository
(medications you insert into patient's rectum [anal]) (if available), warm compress to the abdomen for
comfort and reposition to reduce discomfort. During a review of text message exchanges between RNS 3
and the NP dated 11/22/25 at 1:35 p.m., the text messages indicated instructions from NP to transfer
Resident 11 to the GACH immediately due to vomiting for three days, abdominal and arm pain rated 10/10,
concerns for dehydration (body loses more fluid than it takes in) and possible esophageal varices. The NP
indicated Resident 11 must be sent out to a GACH immediately for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI-a
test that creates clear images of structures inside the body) and further evaluation. During a review of
Nurse's Progress Note dated 11/23/25 at 5:50 p.m.,the Nurse's Progress Note indicated Resident 11 was
transferred to a GACH due to esophageal pain rated at 10/10.During an interview on 11/5/2026 at 10:45
a.m., with Resident 11, Resident 11 stated, she was hospitalized on [DATE] for severe abdominal pain
vomiting with blood that started on11/20/25. Resident 11 stated the pain was horrible, and nurses
(unnamed) only gave her the lowest dose of Tylenol which could not help relieving her pain. Resident 11
stated she was very stressed, frustrated and had the worse abdominal pain. Resident 11 stated the SL
medication was the only medication that relieved her pain, but nurses refused to give her for several days
(11/14/25 to 11/16/25 and, 11/20/25 to 11/21/25). During an interview on 1/8/26 at 11:26 a.m. with Certified
Nurse Assistant (CNA) 3, CNA 3 stated on 11/22/25 Resident 11 complained of severe pain in her
abdomen and she notified a licensed nurse (name unknown).During a telephone interview on 1/8/25, at
12:03 p.m. with the NP, the NP stated on 11/21/25, staff were informed to monitor Resident 11's pain. The
NP stated on 11/23/25, when Resident 11 complained of abdominal pain she decided it was no longer safe
to keep Resident 11 in the facility, so she advised staff to send Resident 11 to the GACH for a Computed
Tomography ([CT] process of taking pictures of the body, to diagnose diseases) scan for further evaluation.
During an interview on 1/8/26 at 3:11p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 3, LVN 3 stated, on
11/21/25, (unknown time) Resident 11 complained of abdominal pain, but he (LVN 3) did not assess the
resident's pain location, level, or characteristic. LVN 3 stated he should have assessed Resident
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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055032
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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11 for pain. LVN 3 stated he did not assess or record Resident 11's vital signs (VS-measure the basic
functions of the body which include temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiratory [breathing] rate) and
pain scales were not recorded despite Resident 11 change of condition ([COC] a sudden, clinically
important deviation from a patient's baseline in physical, cognitive behavioral, or functional status which
without immediate intervention, may result in complications or death). LVN 3 stated Resident 11 should
have been monitored at least every one to two hours after a COC. LVN 3 stated he notified RNS 2 that
Resident 11 had severe abdominal pain, and the RNS 2 stated, what can we do. LVN 3 stated he did not
document Resident 11's complaints of pain. During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/8/26 at
4:15 p.m., with RNS 3, Resident 11's Nurses Progress Notes 11/20/25 to 11/23/25, Pain Assessment for
the month of 11/25, and MAR for the month 11/25, were reviewed. RNS 3 stated there was no
documentation that Resident 11's pain assessment was done after the resident first complained of
abdominal pain on 11/21/2025. RNS 3 stated Resident 11 was not provided pharmacological (medication)
or non-pharmacological pain interventions on 11/21/25. RNS 3 stated on 11/21/25, Resident 11 complained
of severe generalized pain rated at 10/10. RNS 3 stated she did not initiate a COC, administer any pain
medication, provide non-pharmacological measures, assess or monitor Resident 11's pain when the
resident complained. RNS 3 stated Resident 11 was not offered suboxone for pain relief because the
medication was not available. RNS 3 stated she did not document the NP's text message order 11/21/25 to
provide non-pharmacological interventions to the resident, in progress notes, or create a care plan to
address Resident 11's pain, for continuity of care. RNS 3 stated failure to address Resident 11's pain could
affect the resident mentally, physically, and potentially elevate the resident's blood pressure. During a
review of the facility's P&P titled Pain Management dated 8/25/21, the P&P indicated To maintain the
highest possible level of comfort for residents by providing a system to identify, assess, treat, and evaluate
pain. The P&P indicated If the nursing assessment indicates pain: 1. Review care plan triggers.2. The nurse
will notify the physician/advance practice provider as appropriate and obtain treatment orders as
indicated.3. An individualized, interdisciplinary (IDT team members from different departments working
together with a common purpose to set goals and make decisions that ensure residents receive the best
care) care plan will be developed.4. Resident receiving interventions for pain will be monitor for the
effectiveness and side effects.in providing pain relief. Document non-pharmacological interventions and
effectiveness, effectiveness of as needed medications (PRN), ineffectiveness of routine or PRN
medications including interventions, follow up, and physician notification. During a review of the facility's
P&P titled, Charting and Documentation dated 7/2017, the P&P indicated All services provided to the
resident, progress toward the care plan goals, or any changes in the resident's medical, physical, functional
or psychosocial condition, shall be documented in the resident's medical record. The medical record should
facilitate communication between the interdisciplinary team regarding the resident's condition and response
to care. The P&P indicated the following information should be documented in the resident's medical
record: a. Objective observationsb. Medications administeredc. Treatments or services performedd.
Changes in the residents' conditione. Events, incidents or accidents involving the resident; and f. Progress
toward or changes in the care plan goals and objectives.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0773
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the
results.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review the facility failed to ensure timely completion of STAT (immediately) laboratory
tests for one of two sampled residents (Resident 11) as ordered by the Nurse Practitioner on 11/22/25 at
7:13 p.m., without waiting until 11/23/25 at 8:00 a.m., (approximately 13 hours) after the orders were
received. This failure had the potential to negatively impact Resident 11's health by delaying critical
diagnostic information necessary for timely treatment decisions, increasing the risk of the resident's
condition worsening, leading to complications, and compromising the overall quality of care.Findings:
During a review of Resident 11's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 11 was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 1's diagnoses included
irritable bowel syndrome (a condition that affects a person's stomach and intestines and can cause
abdominal cramping, bloating [uncomfortable feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen] and
change in bowel habits) alcoholic cirrhosis of liver (when long term alcohol use severely damage the liver
causing it to harden) with ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdomen), secondary esophageal varices
without bleeding , quadriplegia, (paralysis of both arms, and both legs), contracture (a permanent tightening
of muscles, tendons, skin, and nearby tissues that causes the joints to shorten and become very stiff) and
cervical disc disorder (condition affecting the intervertebral discs in the cervical spine (neck region) with
myelopathy (disorder or injury affecting the spinal cord) and spinal stenosis (condition where the spaces
within a person's spine narrow). During a review of Resident 11's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident's
assessment tool) dated 6/14/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 11 had intact cognitive (ability to
understand and be understood by others) skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 11
was dependent (helper does all the effort and the resident makes none of the effort to complete the activity)
with bed mobility, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, personal hygiene, shower and upper/lower body dressing.
During a review of Resident 11's Physician Order dated 11/22/25 at 5:40 p.m., the Physician Order
indicated a STATE order for Complete Blood Count (CBC) - blood test that measures several components
of the resident's blood) , Comprehensive Metabolic Profile ([CMP] - blood test that measures 14 different
substances to evaluate the body's chemical balance, Lipase (blood test) and Lactate (blood test) as
ordered. During a review of text message exchanges between RNS 3 and the NP dated 11/22/25 at 6:06
p.m., Nurse Practitioner (NP) asked Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS) 3 if Resident 11 was transferred to
general acute care hospital (GACH). RNS 3 responded that the RN Supervisor (name unknown) from 7
a.m. to 3 p.m., shift told her the Director of Nursing (DON ) advised not to take Resident 11 to the GACH, to
start intravenous (IV-through the vein) fluids and STAT (immediately) labs. RNS 3's text message also
indicated Resident 11 had vomiting with pain and abdominal discomfort. NP responded to continue IV
hydration and complete the STAT Complete Blood Count (CBC) - blood test that measures several
components of the resident's blood) , Comprehensive Metabolic Profile ([CMP] - blood test that measures
14 different substances to evaluate the body's chemical balance, Lipase (blood test) and Lactate (blood
test) as ordered. During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/8/26 at 4:15 p.m., with RNS 3,
Resident 11's Physician Orders dated 11/22/25 and lab results dated 11/23/25 were reviewed. RNS 3
stated lab tests were not performed until 11/23/25 at 8:00 a.m. (13 hours after the orders received ). RNS 3
stated STAT lab orders were supposed to be completed within four hours, RNS 3 stated she was unsure
why Resident 11's lab draw was delayed. During a review of Resident 11's lab result dated 11/23/25, the
lab result indicated collection date of 11/23/25 at 8:00 a.m., received 11/23/25 at 10:35a.m., and reported
11/23/25 at 12:50 p.m.During a review of the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Laboratory Services undated, the P&P indicated When there is a
STAT order for laboratory testing, facility must call in the order to the laboratory immediately, upon getting
the order from the physician. Please identify the order as a STAT order. The facility will make its best efforts
to limit STAT orders for critical conditions, as deemed absolutely necessary by the physician.The nursing
staff must completely fill out a requisition and place it in the laboratory binder. Nurse must clearly mark
STAT on the requisition form for expedited processing. Laboratory will send a phlebotomist to collect
specimens, arrange for transportation to a laboratory for testing and results.Laboratory will prioritize and
expedite all qualified stat orders. It is our goal to complete STAT orders promptly within a 4-to-6-hour
timeframe. Results are automatically faxed to the facility fax number and uploaded in EMR (electronic
medical record) as appropriate. Cross reference F684
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0804
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure two of two sampled residents (Residents 33 and 79)
were provided with food that was appetizing, pleasing, and palatable. This failure had the potential to result
in missed meals and subsequent weight loss. Findings: During a review of Resident 33's admission Record,
the admission Record indicated Resident 33 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and
re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including hemiplegia (total paralysis of the arm, leg, and trunk on the
same side of the body), and hemiparesis (weakness or inability to move on one side of the body) following
cerebral infarction (lack of adequate blood supply to the brain ) affecting the left non-dominant side,
contractures (a stiffening/shortening at any joint, that reduces the joint's range of motion) on the left and
right legs, end stage renal disease (ESRD- irreversible kidney failure), muscle wasting (weakening,
shrinking, and loss of muscle) and atrophy (the wasting or thinning of muscle mass). During a review of
Resident 33's Physician Progress Notes, dated 10/9/2025, the Physician Progress Notes indicated
Resident 33 was self-responsible. During a review of Resident 33's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident
assessment tool), dated 12/18/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 33 had the ability to express wants and
ideas. The MDS indicated Resident 33 had the ability to understand verbal content. The MDS indicated
Resident 33 was dependent on nursing staff for toileting hygiene, lower body dressing, putting and taking
off shoes, sitting, lying down, standing and transferring. The MDS indicated Resident 33's prior ability with
everyday activities needed partial assistance from nursing staff with bathing, dressing, using the toilet, or
eating. During a review of Resident 79's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 79
was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including hemiplegia and hemiparesis following
cerebral infarction affecting the left non-dominant side, and diabetes mellitus (DM-a disorder characterized
by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing). During a review of Resident 79's Physician
Progress Notes, dated 6/12/2025, the Physician Progress Notes indicated Resident 79 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.During a review of Resident 79's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated
Resident 79 was dependent on nursing staff for toileting, and putting on and taking off shoe. The MDS
indicated Resident 79 needed substantial to maximal assistance with dressing, sitting, lying down and
standing. The MDS indicated Resident 79 needed partial to moderate assistance with oral hygiene,
showering, and personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 79 needed supervision or touching
assistance with eating. During an interview on 1/5/2026 at 2:01 p.m. with Resident 33, Resident 33 stated
the food has no flavor. During an interview on 1/5/2026 at 2:02 p.m. with Resident 79, Resident 79 stated
that the meat was always dry and the food almost made her vomit. (throw up) During a concurrent
observation and interview on 1/6/2026 at 12:20 p.m. with the Dietary Supervisor (DS), the DS presented a
test tray consisting of herbed meatloaf with a ketchup glaze, au gratin potatoes, a biscuit, and oven-baked
cauliflower. Observed the cauliflower was overcooked and mushy, and the biscuit was hard. The entire meal
had a strong, overpowering onion odor. The DS stated receiving complaints about food being served too
cold and stated that an in-service had been provided to dietary staff to ensure proper cooking. The DS
stated when food was not appetizing, pleasing, or palatable, residents may experience weight loss and
inadequate meal intake. During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 6:37 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON),
the DON stated she was disappointed as the facility's food service was outsourced to a third-party
contractor. The DON stated there had been no communication regarding issues with the food. The DON
stated poorly cooked, unappealing, or overcooked food could lead to residents losing weight, developing
pressure ulcers (injury to the skin and underlying tissue caused by prolonged
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0804
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
pressure on the skin) and experiencing depression (persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a
lack of interest). During a record review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P), titled Food: Quality
and Palatability, date revised 2/2023, the P&P indicated, Food will be prepared by methods that conserve
nutritive value, flavor and appearance. Food will be palatable, attractive and served at a safe and appetizing
temperature.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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F 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies,
intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure that one of two sampled residents (Resident 77)
was assessed for meal preferences, including likes and dislikes. This failure had the potential to result in
Resident 77 refusing meals and experiencing weight loss.Findings: During a review of Resident 77's
admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 77 was originally admitted to the facility on
[DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including severe protein malnutrition (refers
to a nutritional status in which reduced availability of nutrients ), hemiplegia (total paralysis of the arm, leg,
and trunk on the same side of the body), dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), cerebral infarction (damage to
the brain from interruption of its blood supply) and diabetes mellitus (DM-a disorder characterized by
difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing). During a review of Resident 77's History and
Physical (H&P), dated 2/7/2025, the H&P indicated Resident 77 had fluctuating capacity to understand and
make decisions. During a review of Resident 77's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool),
dated 11/12/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 77 was dependent on nursing staff for toileting, showering,
lower body dressing, sitting, standing and transferring. During a review of Resident 77's Order Summary
Report, the Order Summary Report indicated Resident 77 had a physician order for a fortified (adding
ingredients to food or drinks to increase the nutritional content, without significantly increasing the portion
size, taste or texture) pureed (food that has been altered into a smooth and creamy paste or liquid) texture,
thin consistency, and a large portion diet. During an interview on 1/5/2026 at 3:05 p.m., with Resident 77,
Resident 77 stated he just started on pureed diet and wants a pureed grilled cheese sandwich. Resident 77
stated he asked dietary staff, and they said they would check to see if he could have a pureed grill cheese
sandwich. During concurrent interview and record review on 1/06/2026 at 3:47 p.m. with Dietary Supervisor
(DS), Resident 77's Dietary Profile dated 11/10/2025 was reviewed. The profile contained no
documentation of Resident 77 likes, dislikes, or additional comments regarding food preferences. The DS
stated he visits all residents and updates their food preferences, including likes and dislikes. DS stated was
aware of Resident 77's request for a pureed grilled cheese sandwich but stated Resident 77 preference
was not documented and should have been recorded in the resident's chart. The DS was unsure why it was
not documented. He further stated Resident 77's diet was changed to a pureed diet on 1/5/2026, and
stated Resident 77 could have a pureed grilled cheese sandwich. The DS stated failure to provide foods the
resident likes could negatively impact quality of life and lead to low food intake. During a review of the
facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P), titled Food Preferences, undated, the P&P indicated, The Dietary
Manager will complete a Dietary Profile for residents to reflect current food preferences and nutritional
needs upon admission, readmission, quarterly, annually or as needed.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to follow its policy on food handling
and storage by not discarding expired crackers used for food preparation, which were 60 days past their
expiration date. These deficient practices had the potential to cause foodborne illness (an illness resulting
from consuming food contaminated with harmful microorganisms) among residents who rely on
facility-prepared meals for their daily nutrition and well-being. During a concurrent observation and interview
on 1/5/26 at 11:44 a.m. with Dietary Aid (DA 1) and Dietary Supervisor (DS) in the kitchen dry storage
room, an open container of ground cracker crumbs was observed with an opened date of 10/11/2025, and
a ‘use by' date of 11/12/2025. The crackers remained available for use in food preparation. DA 1 stated
open ground crackers can only be used for one month after the opened date and stated the crackers
should have been removed and discarded after the expiration date but were not. During an interview on
1/6/26 at 12:44p.m. with the DS, the DS stated the expired ground cracker crumbs should have been
discarded. The DS stated it is his responsibility to check the storage area daily ( Monday through Friday) to
ensure that no expired items remain and all expired products were discarded. The DS stated if expired
ground crackers were used, residents could become ill, experience diarrhea (loose stools), and in severe
cases, the situation could be life-threatening. The DS stated he plans to ensure all stored food items were
used by their designated dates and discarded if expired. During a review of the facility's policy and
procedure (P&P) titled Food Life Reference sheet dated 12/2/22, the P&P indicated Food items like
crackers, saltine/graham has duration usability of 60 days. During a review of the facility's P&P titled Food
storage Dry Goods dated 2/2023, the P&P indicated Storage areas will be neat, arranged for easy
identification, and date marked as appropriate.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0826
Provide specialized rehabilitative services by qualified personnel, when ordered for a resident by a doctor.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of three sampled residents
(Resident 42) received a speech language pathology evaluation (assessment performed by a speech
therapist [evaluates and treats speech language and swallowing difficulties] to determine whether a person
has communication disorders, swallowing or feeding disorders) as ordered by a physician on 12/10/2025.
This failure had the potential to result in delay of care and put the Resident 42 at risk for aspiration
pneumonia (lung infection from inhaling foreign substances like food, liquid or vomit often due to swallowing
problems causing inflammation and potential bacterial infection in the lungs) leading to hospitalization and
or death.Findings:During an observation on 1/5/2026 at 10:37 a.m. in Resident 42's room, Resident 42 was
lying in bed with head of the bed in 30 degrees angle and drinking a cup of water. Resident 42 was
observed coughing after drinking few sips of water and took several seconds for the resident to clear her
airway (path air takes to get into and out of the lungs).During a review of Resident 42's admission Record,
the admission Record indicated the resident was initially admitted on [DATE] and was readmitted on [DATE]
to the facility with diagnoses including hemiplegia and hemiparesis following a cerebral infarction affecting
left non-dominant side ( total paralysis of the arm, leg, and trunk on the left side of the body following a
stroke) and dysphagia(difficulty swallowing) following cerebral infarction(stroke).During a review of Resident
42's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool) dated 10/2/2025, the MDS indicated the
resident had an intact cognition (ability to think and make decision) and required set-up or clean-up
assistance (helper sets up or cleans up, and resident completes activity) with eating.During a review of
Resident 42's care plan (CP) initiated on 12/10/2025, the CP indicated Resident 42 is at risk for further
alteration of nutritional and hydration status related to dysphagia and at risk for aspiration related to
dysphagia and cerebrovascular attack (CVA-stroke, loss of blood flow to a part of the brain). The CP
interventions included supervising, and assisting with meals as needed.During a review of Resident 42's
Physician Order dated 12/10/2025 at 10:13 p.m., the Physician Order indicated to Speech Language
Pathology (SLP) evaluation due to resident's coughing during meals.During a concurrent interview and
record review on 1/7/2026 at 3:40 p.m. with RN Supervisor (RNS) 2, Resident 42's Order Summary Report,
dated 12/10/2025 was reviewed. The Order Summary Report indicated a physician order of SLP evaluation
because Resident 42 coughed during meal intake. RNS 2 stated he reported to the physician that Resident
42 was coughing during dinner time on 12/10/2025 and obtained a physician order for SLP evaluation. RNS
2 stated the licensed nurses from the incoming shift should have followed it up with the rehab services
because it was part of his hand off report (structured, real-time transfer of patient care responsibility and
critical information from one caregiver to another to ensure continuity, safety and quality of care). RNS 2
stated Resident 42 not being evaluated by a speech therapist as ordered by the physician can increase the
likelihood of aspirations or choking and caused a delay of care and services to the resident.During an
interview on 1/7/2026 at 1:04 p.m. with Speech Therapist (ST 1), ST 1 stated Resident 42 had a history of
dysphagia and was on speech therapy services from September 2025 to November 2025. ST 1 stated
licensed nurses should communicate verbally to Rehab Department when they place a physician order for
SLP evaluation. ST 1 stated Resident 42 was not evaluated after the physician order for SLP evaluation
was placed on 12/10/2025. ST 1 stated if Resident 42 could aspirate (accidental inhalation of foreign
material like food, fluid or objects into the lungs) and develop pneumonia (infection or inflammation in the
lungs) if she was not evaluated by a speech therapist. ST 1 stated Resident 42 should be evaluated
because of the coughing when she is
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0826
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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taking food or liquid to ensure what kind of texture of food the resident can tolerate and for resident's
safety.During an interview on 1/7/2026 at 1:41 p.m. with the Director of Rehabilitation (DOR), the DOR
stated the licensed nurses should notify the rehab department for SLP evaluation after placing a physician
order because the Rehab Department did not have a way of knowing there was an order for SLP
evaluation. The DOR stated SLP evaluation is important for a resident who had trouble with swallowing to
assess potential risk of aspiration and to recommend appropriate diet if a risk is determined.During an
interview on 1/8/2026 at 5:19 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated SLP evaluation was
missed because the licensed nurses failed to communicate the physician order for SLP evaluation for
Resident 42 to the rehab department. The DON stated Resident 42 can be at risk for aspiration pneumonia
if not evaluated by a speech therapist as ordered by the physician.During a review of facility's policy and
procedure (P&P) titled, Specialized Rehabilitative Services, revised 12/ 2009, the P&P indicated the facility
will provide specialized rehabilitative services including physical therapy( treatment that can help a person
recover after an injury, surgery or manage symptoms from a health condition that affects how you move)
speech pathology and occupational therapy(helps people with illness or disability achieve a range of daily
tasks and life goals from simple every day activities). The P&P indicated therapeutic services are provided
only upon the written order of the resident's attending physician.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0867
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop
corrective plans of action.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure their Quality Assessment /Quality
Assurance and Performance Improvement (QA/QAPI- a data driven proactive approach to improvement
used to ensure services are meeting quality standards) was utilized effectively for identifying resident care
concern such as falls, quality of care and ineffective pain management.These failures had the potential to
affect residents' quality of care, safety and life.Findings:During an interview on 1/8/2026 at 6:52 p.m. with
the Administrator (ADM), the ADM stated the facility's QA/QAPI was currently focusing on falls and call
lights by implementing the yellow star program. The ADM stated the facility placed a yellow star on the
names of the residents' rooms who are identified as high risk for fall and investigate the reason why the
residents are falling. The ADM stated corrective action plans are in progress and the facility will emphasize
the importance of resident care concerns such as falls, quality of care and pain management. The ADM
stated the facility will continue to educate all the staff, especially the newly hired. The ADM stated QAPI is
important to ensure the facility provides the best quality of care and making sure the facility is improving in
terms of providing care to the residents.During a review of facility's policy and procedure titled, Quality
Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI)Program-Design and Scope, revised 8/2025, the P&P
indicated QAPI program is ongoing and designed to address all system and practices in the facility that
affect the residents, including clinical care, quality of life, resident choice, safety.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff followed proper infection
prevention and control practices for six out of six sampled residents ( Resident 11,2,15, 1, 82 and 45) The
facility failed to: 1. Ensure Resident 11's foley catheter (a soft flexible tube used to drain urine directly from
the bladder) bag was not placed on the floor. 2. Failed to ensure Resident 2's water bag hydration was
labeled with date and time when hung. 3.Ensure Resident 15's nasal canula (medical device use to give
extra oxygen) and humidifier ( a household device that add extra moisture to prevent the air from dryness)
were labeled with the date and time. 4. Disinfect Resident 1's and Resident 82's medication tray prior to
using it to pass medications. 5. Disinfect a blood pressure cuff (B/P-inflatable band that wraps around the
arm) and stethoscope (a medical instrument used for listening to sounds produced by the body) prior to
taking the blood pressure (the force off blood against your artery walls) for Residents' 45 and Resident 82.
These failures placed residents at risk for cross-contamination (the transfer of bacteria, viruses,
microorganisms, or other harmful substances from one surface to another through improper or unsanitary
equipment, procedures, or products) and infection.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings:
1.During a review of Resident 11's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 11 was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 1's diagnoses included
irritable bowel syndrome (a condition that affects a person's stomach and intestines and can cause
abdominal cramping, bloating [uncomfortable feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen] and
change in bowel habits) alcoholic cirrhosis of liver (when long term alcohol use severely damage the liver
causing it to harden) with ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdomen), secondary esophageal varices
without bleeding , quadriplegia, (paralysis of both arms, and both legs), and contracture (a permanent
tightening of muscles, tendons, skin, and nearby tissues that causes the joints to shorten and become very
stiff).
During a review of Resident 11's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident's assessment tool) dated 6/14/2025,
the MDS indicated Resident 11 had intact cognitive (ability to understand and be understood by others)
skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 11 was dependent (helper does all the effort
and the resident makes none of the effort to complete the activity) with bed mobility, oral hygiene, toileting
hygiene, personal hygiene, shower and upper/lower body dressing.
During a review of Resident 2's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 2 was initially
admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE]. Resident 2's diagnoses included type 2 diabetes
(DM-a disorder characterized by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing) contractures of
muscles of both lower extremities.
During a review of Resident 2's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 2 had severe cognitive
skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 2 was with bed mobility, oral hygiene, toileting
hygiene, personal hygiene, shower and upper/lower body dressing.
During a review of Resident 15's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 15 was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses included dysphagia (difficulty swallowing),
Alzheimer's disease (a progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys memory, thinking skills, and the
ability to perform simple daily tasks)
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During an observation on 1/5/26 at 10:20 a.m. in Resident 11's room, observed Resident 11's foley catheter
bag was on the floor.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/5/26 at 10:25 a.m. with Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
2 in Resident 11's room, CNA 2 stated the foley catheter bag should not be placed on the floor because
this could lead to a bladder infection (an infection of the organ that stores urine) and cause urine flow
obstruction. CNA 2 lifted the foley catheter bag off the floor and secured it to the bed rail.
2.During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/5/26 at 9:23 a.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 in Resident 2's room, a water bag for hydration was observed hung in an infusion pump (a device
used to deliver fluids intravenously). The water bag was not labeled with the date and time it was hung. LVN
2 stated the water bag should be dated and runs for 24 hours. LVN 2 stated labeling and dating the water
bag ensures other nurses know when to replace it, prevents contamination, and reduces the risk of
stomach upset for Resident 2 while maintaining continuous hydration (the process of providing the body
with adequate water to function properly).
3.During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/5/26 at 10:41 a.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 in Resident 15's room, Resident 15 was receiving oxygen through a nasal cannula that was
positioned in the mouth instead of the nostrils. The tubing and humidifier were not labeled with the date and
time of setup. LVN 2 stated the nasal cannula tubing and humidifier should be dated and that the nasal
cannula should be correctly placed in the nostrils. LVN 2 stated the oxygen tubing was scheduled to be
changed every Sunday during the 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift.
During an interview on 1/6/26 at 9;58 a.m. with Infection Prevention Nurse (IP), IP stated foley catheter bag
should not touch the floor. IP stated foley catheter must be kept six inches away from the floor to prevent
any infection, and cross contamination. IP stated foley catheter bags should not be placed on the floor
because this place residents at risk of urinary tract infection (infection of the bladder). CNAs and license
nurses were responsible for monitoring foley catheters in the facility.
During an interview on 1/6/26 at 10:17 a.m. with the IP, the IP stated the facility must ensure the feeding
source and water bag have the same date of change and should be replaced within 20 hours. The IP stated
licensed nurses would not know when the bags were changed if the date and time were not documented.
IP stated failure to change and label these items could result in contamination and stomach upset, placing
Resident 2 at risk of infection. The IP stated the feeding source and hydration bag should be monitored by
licensed nurses every shift.
During an interview on 1/7/26 at 10:23 a.m. with the IP, the IP stated oxygen tubing should be changed
every Sunday during the 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift and must be dated to verify when it was last changed.
The IP stated if not dated, it cannot be confirmed that the tubing was replaced. The IP stated both the
humidifier and oxygen tubing should be labeled with the date and time of change, as failure to do so could
result in infection.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled Oxygen Administration dated 1/31/23, indicated
Nasal catheter tubing is changed and dated every 7 days/PRN (whenever necessary). Oxygen humidifier
will be changed and dated every 7 days/PRN or when the water level reaches the bottom line of the
humidifier container.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
4. During an observation on 1/6/2026 at 9:02 a.m. in Resident 1's room, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1
was observed giving Resident 1 her morning medications on a medication tray that was taken out of her
medication cart. LVN 1 did not disinfect it prior to placing Resident 1's medications on the tray.
During a review of Resident 1's admission Record (face sheet) dated 1/8/2026, the admission record
indicated Resident 1 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnosis including hypertension (HTN-high blood
pressure), anemia (a condition where the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells) and
dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities).
During a review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set([MDS]) a standardized assessment and care screening
tool) dated 12/8/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 1's cognition was intact. The MDS indicated Resident 1
needed partial assistance (helper does less than half the work) with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs- routine
tasks/activities such as dressing and hygiene a person performs daily to care for themselves).
During a review of Resident 1's Order Summary Report dated 1/8/2026, the order summary report
indicated Resident 1 had an order for Vitamin C (organic compound essential for normal growth 500
milligrams (mgs-unit of measure) one time a day and Acetaminophen (pain medication) 500 mgs one time
a day for pain management.
5. During an observation on 1/6/2026 at 9:46 a.m. Resident 45's room LVN 1 was observed taking Resident
45's blood pressure on her right upper arm using a B/P cuff and a stethoscope. LVN1 did not disinfect the
B/P cuff or stethoscope prior to taking Resident 48's blood pressure.
During a review of Resident 45's admission Record dated 1/8/2026, the admission record indicated
Resident 45 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnosis including heart
failure (heart muscle is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs for blood and oxygen) atrial
fibrillation (irregular heart beat), and chronic kidney disease (kidneys are not filtering waste properly).
During a review of Resident 45's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 45's cognition was intact.
The MDS also indicated Resident 45 needed partial / moderate assistance (helper does less than half the
work) with ADLs.
During a review of Resident 45's Order Summary Report dated 1/8/2026 the order summary report
indicated Resident 45 had an order for Carvedilol (blood pressure medication) 3.125 mg one tablet by
mouth two times a day with meals. The order summary report indicated to hold.
C. During an observation on 1/6/2026 at 9:22 a.m. in Resident 82 room, LVN1 was observed taking
Resident 82's blood pressure on her right upper arm using a B/P cuff and a stethoscope. LVN1 did not
disinfect the BP cuff or stethoscope prior to taking Resident 82's blood pressure.
During an observation on 1/6/2026 at 9:38 a.m. in Resident 82's room LVN1 was observed giving Resident
82 her morning medications on a medication tray that was not disinfected prior to placing Resident 82's
medication on the tray.
During a review of Resident 82's admission Record dated 1/8/2026, the admission record indicated
Resident 82 was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnosis including heart failure,
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
anxiety (an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts) and dementia.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of Resident 82's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 82's cognition was intact.
The MDS also indicated Resident 82 needs substantial/ maximal assistance (helper does more than half
the work) with ADLs.
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 82's Order Summary Report dated 1/8/2026, the order summary report
indicated Resident 82 had an order for Amlodipine Besylate 5mgs one tablet by mouth one time a day and
to hold if SBP is less than 110.
During an interview on 1/6/2024 at 12:14 p.m. with LVN 1, LVN1 stated she did not disinfect the medication
tray prior to using it for Resident 1 or Resident 82's medications. LVN 1 stated she did not disinfect the B/P
cuff or stethoscope prior to using it on Resident 45 or Resident 82 but she should have, to prevent the
spread of infection.
During an interview on 1/06/2026 at 12:36 p.m. with the Director of Nurses (DON), the DON stated she was
made aware LVN 1 did not disinfect her medication tray, B/P cuff or stethoscope before using them for
Resident 1, Resident 45 and Resident 82. The DON stated that any time the staff use any medical
equipment on residents it should be disinfected before and after it is used to prevent the spread of infection
through cross contamination.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled cleaning and disinfection of ResidentCare Items and Equipment dated 8/2022. The P&P indicated Resident-care equipment, including reusable
items and durable medical equipment will be cleaned and disinfected according to current CDC
recommendations for disinfection and the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. The P&P indicated
reusable items are cleaned and disinfected or sterilized between residents (e.g., stethoscopes, durable
medical equipment).
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/08/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0912
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Residents Affected - Some
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Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single
resident rooms.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation and record review, the facility failed to ensure four out of 40 resident rooms measured at least
80 square feet ([sq. ft.]- unit of area equal to a square foot long on each side) per resident in multiple
resident rooms (1, 2, 4 and 23).This failure had the potential to result in inadequate space to provide safe
nursing care and privacy for residents.Findings:During a review of the Client Accommodations Analysis
Form provided by the Maintenance Supervisor (MS) dated 11/14/2025, the Client Accommodations
Analysis Form indicated.room [ROOM NUMBER] measured 142 sq. ft and was occupied by two residents.
room [ROOM NUMBER] measured 154 sq. ft. and was occupied by two residents.room [ROOM NUMBER]
and room [ROOM NUMBER] measured 295 sq. ft. and was occupied by four residents.During an
observation conducted during the facility's recent Recertification Survey on 1/5/2026 to 1/8/2026, the
square footage of the resident rooms did not interfere with the care and services provided by the staff.
There were no negative observations related to the adequacy of space for nursing care or residents'
privacy.During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Homelike Environment, revised
2/2021, the P&P indicated all residents are provided with a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike
environment that will emphasize the resident's comfort, independence, personal needs and preferences.
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