F 0552
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
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 obtain informed consent (a process during which residents
or caregivers are educated regarding the potential risks and benefits of medication therapy) from the
resident or their responsible party (a person delegated to make medical decisions for the resident in the
event they are unable to do so) prior to treatment with divalproex (a medication used to treat mood swings)
in one of five residents sampled for unnecessary medications (Resident 16).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure of failing to obtain informed consent prior to initiating treatment with medications used to treat
problematic behaviors could have prevented Resident 16 from exercising his right to decline treatment with
divalproex. This increased the risk that Resident 16 could have experienced adverse effects (unwanted,
uncomfortable, or dangerous effects that a drug may have) related to divalproex, such as drowsiness,
dizziness, and increased risk of falling, possibly leading to impairment or decline in his mental or physical
condition or functional or psychosocial status.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 16's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 16 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis including unspecified dementia (a progressive state of
decline in mental abilities.)
During a review of Resident 16's History and Physical (H&P- a record of a comprehensive physician's
assessment), dated 10/24/2024, the H&P indicated Resident 16 had fluctuating capacity to understand and
make decisions.
During a review of Resident 16's Order Summary Report (a summary of all current physician orders), dated
1/23/2025 indicated, on 10/23/2024, Resident 16's attending physician prescribed divalproex 125
milligrams (mg - a unit of measure for mass) by mouth three times daily for mood (emotion) disorder/bipolar
(sometimes called manic-depressive disorder; mood swings that range from the lows of depression to
elevated periods of emotional high) manifested by mania/hyperactivity.
During a review of Resident 16's clinical record indicated there was no documentation that Resident 16 or
any responsible party received education regarding the risks and benefits of divalproex prior to its initiation
on 10/23/2024.
During an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 1/23/2025 at 11:02 a.m., The DON stated the
facility failed to obtain informed consent prior to initiating behavioral management therapy with divalproex
for Resident 16. The DON stated the facility staff were probably confused about the necessity to obtain
informed consent for the use of this medication since it is not an antipsychotic
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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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Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
(medication to treat mental disorder) , antidepressant (medication to treat depression), anti-anxiety
medication, or hypnotic although it was being used for behavioral management. The DON stated failure to
educate the resident or their responsible party regarding the risks and benefits of medication used for
behavioral management could prevent the resident or their responsible party from exercising their right to
refuse treatment. The DON stated without informed consent, Resident 16 could have taken divalproex for
longer than necessary leading to adverse effects affecting his quality of life.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Psychotropic Drug Use, revised August
2017, indicated Upon change of condition or initiation of a new order for psychoactive medications, the
Licensed Nurses shall complete the Verification of Informed Consent form prior to the initiation of the new
medications.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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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 develop and implement a person-centered and
individualized care plan for one of two sampled residents (Resident 63) who was unvaccinated (not having
received a vaccine) and exposed to Influenza A (a contagious viral infection that attacks the respiratory
system and can cause widespread outbreak).
This failure had the potential to result in an inadequate monitoring, and not receiving care specific to
resident's needs causing a delay of care to Resident 63.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 63's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 63 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including
diabetes mellitus (DM-a disorder characterized by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing),
hypertension (HTN- high blood pressure), and osteomyelitis (inflammation of bone or bone marrow, usually
due to infection).
During a review of Resident 63's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool) dated 10/27/2024,
the MDS indicated Resident 63 had an intact cognition ((ability to think, understand, learn, and remember)
and required set-up or clean up assistance (helper sets up or cleans up) with eating, oral hygiene, toileting
hygiene, bathing, personal hygiene and bed mobility.
During a review of Resident 63's Care Plan titled Resident is at risk for severe acute respiratory infection (
infections of part of the body involved in breathing) related to Covid 19 (an infectious disease caused by the
SARS-CoV-2 virus), Influenza (flu), and pneumonia (lung infection) vaccine refusal undated, the Care Plan
indicated the facility offered Covid 19, influenza, pneumonia vaccines on 8/22/2024 education, information,
risks and benefits were explained but resident refused. The Care plan's goal indicated the resident will be
free of infection through the review date and interventions included monitoring of changes in condition, vital
signs (measurements of the body's most basic functions), increased restlessness, anxiety, and air hunger
(strong, uncomfortable feeling of not being able to get enough air).
During a review of facility's Residents' Vaccination Record, the Residents' Vaccination Record indicated
Resident 63 was unvaccinated for Influenza vaccine due to refusal.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/24/2025, at 3:33 p.m. with Registered Nurse
Supervisor (RNS 1), reviewed Resident 63's Care Plan. RNS 1 stated Resident 63 did not have a care plan
that addressed Resident 63's recent exposure to Influenza from roommate. RNS 1 stated Care Plan is
important to addressed problem or concern and communicate to facility staff interventions to meet
resident's needs, and precautions need to observe.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/24/2025, at 3:03 p.m. with Infection Preventionist
Nurse (IPN) reviewed Resident 63's electronic health record. The IPN verified there was no Care plan
developed to address Resident 63 recent exposure to Influenza. The IPN stated Resident 63 was
unvaccinated for Influenza and there should be a care plan to ensure the staff would know how to take care
of the resident and would be able to monitor any change of condition.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 5:26 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated care
plan is important to ensure all staff would know the plan of care and how to take care of the resident.
During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Care plan and Care Plan Update revised
2/2023, the P&P indicated Care plan will be initiated based on identified problem and medical change of
condition. The P&P indicated Anytime one of the team members recognized the care needs of the resident
had changed, the nurse should be made aware, physician, resident and responsible party will be notified of
the significant change.
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0676
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
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 communication device (communication
board) are accessible to residents for one of four sampled residents (Resident 42) who was nonverbal and
lack the capacity to speak.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential of placing Resident 42 at risk of not able to communicate needs to staff and
misinterpretation.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 42's admission Records, the admission Record indicated Resident 42 was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including cognitive
(ability to think, understand, learn, and remember) communication deficit (difficulty in communicating
effectively due to impairments in cognitive processes like attention, memory, reasoning, organization, and
perception) and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
During a review of Resident 42's Minimum Data Set ([MDS] resident assessment tool) dated11/12/2024,
the MDS indicated Resident 42's daily decision-making skills were severely impaired (lack the ability to
make decisions and understand others) The MDS indicated Resident 42 required a one-person physical
assist with activities of daily living ([ADLs] task such as eating, oral hygiene, bathing, dressing, grooming
and toileting) etc.
During a review of Resident 42's History and Physical (H&P) dated 10/15/2024, the H&P indicated
Resident 42 has no capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 42's care plan titled Resident at risk for a communication problem dated
10/13/2024, the care plan intervention indicated to anticipate and meet Resident 42's needs,
communication board, encourage resident to continue stating thoughts even if resident is having difficulty,
and focus on a word or phrase that makes sense or responds to the feeling resident was trying to express.
During an observation on 1/22/2025 at 10:12 a.m., observed Resident 42 lying flat in bed, attempted to
communicate with Resident 42 received no response from the resident. Observed no communication
device in Resident 42's room.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 01/23/25 at 08:50 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4, LVN 4 stated, have not used a communication device with Resident 42 in the past to explain care
to the resident. LVN 4 went to the nurses' station to look for communication device but was unable to locate
one. LVN 4 went to resident bedside with Registered Nurse (RN) 1, there was no communication device by
Resident 42's bedside.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 01/23/25 at 11:34 a.m. with RN 1, reviewed Resident
42's care plan titled Resident at risk for a communication problem. RN 1 stated Resident 42 was supposed
to have a communication assistive device to help encourage Resident 42 with communications during care.
RN 1 stated Resident 42 did not have one at the bedside.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0677
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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 provide activities of daily living (activities
related to personal care including bathing, showering, dressing, getting in and out of bed or a chair,
walking, using the toilet, and eating) to one of four sampled residents (Resident 51). Facility failed to:
Residents Affected - Few
a. Provide personal hygiene to Resident 51
b. Provide assistance to Resident 51 with morning care, personal hygiene and setting up breakfast tray.
This deficient practice resulted in Resident 51 expressing feelings of unkempt, hands dirty, did not feel
comfortable eating breakfast in the morning, and low self-esteem.
Findings:
a. During a review of Resident 51's admission Records, admission Record indicated Resident 51 was
initially admitted to facility on 3/19/2024 and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including urinary tract
infection (infection of the bladder), abnormalities of gait, need for assistance with activities of daily living
(ADL)
During a review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS resident assessment tool) 11/126/24, indicated Resident
51 had cognitive (ability to think, understand, learn, and remember) impairment. The MDS also indicated
Resident 51 required one person assistance in activities of daily living such as dressing, eating, toilet use
and personal hygiene.
During a review of Resident 51's History and Physical (H&P) dated 1/7/2025, the H&P indicated Resident
51 does not have the capacity to make decisions.
During a review of Resident 51's Care plan, undated, the Care Plan indicated goal included Resident 51
will be kept clean and odor free. The Care Plan interventions included to provide shower and supervision as
needed and bed bath in between schedule days.
During a review of Resident's 51's ADL record (record that indicates activities of daily living provided to
Resident 51) dated 3/2024, the ADL record indicated Resident 51 had not been receiving ADL cares
including showers/bath on scheduled shower days, personal hygiene was not provided for Resident 51.
b. During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/23/2025 at 07:33 a.m., with Resident 51, observed
Resident 51 lying down flat in bed with a food tray on the tray table left open with scrambled egg, one
banana, muffin, and cereal and, a glass of milk. Resident 51 stated she cannot eat without washing her
hands. Resident 51 stated she was unable to pour milk on her cereals. Resident 51's roommate (unknown)
stated staff always leave the food tray and does not set it up for the residents and help Resident 51 to sit up
in bed. Resident 51 stated she cannot eat lying down flat in bed as it was uncomfortable.
On 01/23/25 at 11:29 A.M. during interview RN 1, stated residents should be cleaned before
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/24/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0677
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
breakfast comes out but if the breakfast tray comes out before the resident is cleaned, the nurse should
assist the resident to set up the tray, position resident in a comfortable position, by assisting the resident to
sit up well for feeding.
During an interview on 01/23/25 at 11:40 a.m. with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 5, CNA 5 stated she
did not set up and left Resident 51's breakfast tray because she needed to feed another resident.
During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled' Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), dated
2/2023, indicated Each resident of the facility receives and must be provided the necessary care and
services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being
consistent with the resident's comprehensive assessment and plan of care. This will include nursing staff
conduct routine resident monitoring to ensure resident safety and well-being. Staff will ensure ADL are
monitored, assisted with, and provided to residents who are unable to perform ADL.Ensure the following
ADL are performed, supervised, and assisted including.
a.
Bathing showering/ and personal hygiene
b.
Eating/feeding
c.
Dressing
d.
Grooming
e.
Oral hygiene
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/24/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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 provide the necessary service and care on one of four
sampled residents ( Resident 18 and Resident 45) by failing to:
Residents Affected - Few
1.Monitor occurrence of bowel movement(movement of feces through the bowel and out the anus) for
Resident 79 and provide necessary medications for constipation( a condition in which stool becomes hard,
dry, difficult to pass and bowel movements become infrequent) as ordered by the physician.
This failure had the potential to put Resident 79 at risk for fecal impaction (hardened stool that's stuck in the
rectum or lower colon) that could lead to bowel obstruction(partial or complete blockage of small or large
intestines which is life threatening).
Findings:
During a review of Resident 79's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
admitted on [DATE] to the facility with diagnoses that included myocardial infarction (MI-heart attack),
asthma(chronic lung disease caused by swelling and muscle tightening around the airways), sequelae of
cerebral infarction (aftermath of a stroke) and hypertension(HTN-high blood pressure).
During a review of Resident 79's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident had impaired cognitive
skills and required moderate assistance (helper does less than half) with bed mobility, transfer to and from
a bed to a chair, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, bathing, personal hygiene and dressing.
During a review of Resident 79's Change of Condition ( COC- a sudden clinically important deviation from a
patient's baseline in physical, cognitive, behavioral or functional condition) Evaluation dated 1/21/2025
timed at 9:00 a.m., the COC indicated the resident had two episodes of vomiting.
During a review of Resident 79's Activity of Daily Living (ADL-routine tasks/activities such as bathing,
dressing and toileting a person performs daily to care for themselves) Task for bowel movement/bowel
continence, the ADL Task indicated the resident had no bowel movement on 1/16/2025, 1/17/2025,
1/18/2025, 1/19/2025, 1/202025.
During a review of Resident 79's Care Plan titled Bowel/ Bladder Incontinence related to confusion, disease
process and impaired mobility, initiated 1/6/2025. The Care Plan indicated interventions that included
monitoring, documenting and reporting to physician possible medical causes of incontinence such as
constipation, loss of bladder tone and weakening of control muscles.
During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 3:01 p.m. with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA4), CNA4 stated on
1/21/2025, Resident 79 did not eat breakfast and vomited . CNA 4 stated the charge nurse will be notified if
a resident had no bowel movement for more than two days. CNA4 stated she did not check Resident 79's
ADL task for occurrences of bowel movement for the past days and was not aware the resident had no
bowel movement for more than 3 days CNA4 stated the resident could have abdominal pain, nausea and
vomiting and would not feel good if the resident had not had any bowel movement for more than 3 days.
During a concurrent interview and record review of Resident 79's electronic chart on 1/22/2025, at
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
3:31 p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 3), LVN3 confirmed the resident did not have a bowel
movement on 1/16/2025,1/17/2025, 1/18/2025, 1/19/2025, and 1/20/2025 and the physician was not
notified about it. LVN 3 stated on 1/21/2025, Resident 79 did not eat breakfast and vomited twice around
breakfast. LVN 3 stated if a resident had no bowel movement for three days, the CNAs were supposed to
notify the licensed nurses, and the physician should be notified. LVN 3 stated the Resident 79 was not on
stool softener and was given a Dulcolax ( laxative) suppository on 1/21/2025 for constipation LVN 3 stated
Resident could develop fecal impaction or intestinal obstruction due to constipation.
During a concurrent interview and record review of Resident 79's ADL Task for bowel movement on
1/23/2025, at 4:08 p.m. with RN Supervisor (RNS 2), RNS 2 stated the resident had no bowel movement
starting 1/16/2025 to 1/20/2025.RN2 stated the charge nurses are supposed to monitor residents'
frequency of bowel movement and stated if the resident had no bowel movement for five days the resident
could get really sick and infection could occur, Resident 79 had an episode of vomiting during dinner on
1/21/2025.
During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 4:42 p.m. with RN 3 , RN 3 stated all licensed nurses should be
monitoring residents' frequency of bowel movement. RN 3 stated on the third day a resident had no bowel
movement ,and an alert appeared on the electronic chart and the physician should have been notified to
obtain orders for treatment or medication, RN3 stated Resident 79's constipation could have been
prevented and symptoms of nausea and vomiting could be related to the constipation.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 5:26 p.m. Certified Nursing Assistant. with Director of Nursing (DON),
DON stated residents who had no bowel movement for three days and more could cause abdominal
discomfort, bloating , nausea, vomiting and could affect their appetite.
During a review of facility's Job Description of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), the Job Description of
CNA indicated the CNA will assist the resident with bowel and bladder functions and to inform Nurse
Supervisor/ Charge Nurse of any changes in the resident's condition so that appropriate information can be
entered in the resident's care plan.
During a review of facility's Job Description of Registered Nurse (RN), the Job Description of RN indicated
the RN will ensure that assigned certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are aware of resident care plan. The
Job Description of RN indicated to ensure the CNAs refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering
daily care to the resident.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055744
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/24/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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F 0695
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** b. During a
review of Resident 70's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 70 was originally
admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including enterocolitis
(inflammation of intestines) due to clostridium difficile ( dangerous bacteria that can cause inflammation of
the colon), end stage renal disease(ESRD- irreversible kidney failure), diabetes (DM-a disorder
characterized by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing) and myocardial infarction(MIheart attack).
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 70's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool) dated 1/4/2025, the
MDS indicated Resident 70 had moderately impaired cognitive skills (ability to think, understand, learn, and
remember) and was dependent on staff with bed mobility, transfer to and from a bed to chair, toileting
hygiene, bathing, dressing and oral hygiene.
During a review of Resident 70's Order Summary Report , the Order Summary Report indicated an order
for oxygen support at two liters per minute via nasal cannula (a small plastic tube, which fits into the
person's nostrils for providing supplemental oxygen) as needed for shortness of breath and to keep oxygen
saturation ( O2 Sat- a measurement of how much oxygen the blood carrying as a percentage) greater than
95 percent [%]).
During a review of Resident 70's Care Plan undated regarding oxygen therapy related to congestive heart
failure (heart muscle is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs for blood and oxygen) the
care plan indicated intervention including to monitor for signs and symptoms of respiratory distress, monitor
O2 Sat, skin color and report to the physician as needed.
During an observation on 1/21/2025, at 10:53 a.m., Resident 70 was lying in bed and wearing a nasal
cannula, and nasal prongs were on the left cheek of the resident. Observed nasal cannula was not
connected to an oxygen source.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/21/2025, at 11:10 a.m. and subsequent interview on
1/21/2025, at 4:03 p.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN3), LVN 3 verified the nasal cannula was not
connected to the oxygen concentrator(medical device that help you take in oxygen) LVN 3 stated Resident
70 returned from dialysis (a treatment to cleanse the blood of wastes and extra fluids artificially through a
machine when the kidney(s) have failed) treatment around 8:30 a.m. and he was supposed to check and
ensure the resident's vital signs ( measurements of the basic functions of the body) were within normal
limit, oxygen is connected to the oxygen concentrator and no bleeding present on the hemodialysis access(
a way to reach the blood for hemodialysis). LVN 3 stated he thought the nasal cannula was connected to
the oxygen contractor and had seen Resident 70 around 9:52 a.m. when he administered resident's
medications. LVN 3 stated he should have checked if the nasal cannula was connected to the oxygen
concentrator because the resident could develop shortness of breath that could lead to respiratory distress
(a condition where the body needs more oxygen).
During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 11:37 a.m. with Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), IPN stated the
licensed nurse should have assessed Resident 70 as soon as he arrived at the facility after dialysis
treatment to ensure the resident 's vital signs are stable, no presence of bleeding on the hemodialysis
access and to ensure the tubing of the nasal cannula is connected to the oxygen concentrator. IPN stated
Resident 70 could develop respiratory distress if Resident 70 is not receiving oxygen as ordered by the
physician.
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P) titled, Oxygen, Use of, revised 5/2021, the P&P
indicated, It is the policy of this facility to promote resident safety in administering oxygen. The following
guidelines will be observed in oxygen administration . 2. The tubing should be kept off the floor. Labeled and
dated bags should be provided for cannulas and masks to be placed in when not in use.
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Administration-General
Guidelines, updated 11/2021, the P&P indicated, Medications are administered in accordance with written
orders of the attending physician.
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that a resident received
continuous oxygen as ordered by the physician for two of three sampled residents (Resident 48 and
Resident 70) by:
a. Failing to ensure Resident 48 received oxygen at two liters per minute (lpm) via nasal cannula (a small
plastic tube, which fits into the person's nostrils for providing supplemental oxygen) continuously as ordered
by the physician.
b. Resident 70 nasal cannula was connected to an oxygen concentrator (medical device that help you take
in oxygen)
These failures had the potential to result in Resident 48 and Resident 70 receiving inaccurate amount of
oxygen and cause complications associated with oxygen therapy.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 48's admission Record, the admission Record indicated, Resident 48 was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and last re-admission was on 3/23/2023 with diagnoses including
malignant neoplasm(cancer) of right lung and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD-a chronic lung
disease causing difficulty in breathing).
During a review of Resident 48's History and Physical (H&P), dated 4/10/2024, the H&P indicated,
Resident 48 had the capacity (ability) to understand and make decision.
During a review of Resident 48's Minimum Data Set (MDS -resident assessment tool), dated 10/20/2024,
the MDS indicated Resident 48 required supervision or touching assistance (helper provides verbal cues
and /or touching/steadying and /or contact guard assistance as resident completes activity) from one staff
for dressing, transfer, walking, partial/moderated assistance (helper does less than half the effort) from one
staff for toileting hygiene, and bed mobility.
During an observation on 1/21/2025, at 10:42 a.m., in Resident 48's room, Resident 48's oxygen
concentrator (a medical device that gives you extra oxygen) was set on three lpm with humidifier (add
moisture to the air to prevent dryness) and his nasal cannula was on the floor.
During an observation on 1/21/2025, at 1:05 p.m., in Resident 48's room, Resident 48's oxygen
concentrator was set on three lpm with humidifier and the nasal cannula was still on the floor. Resident 48
was eating lunch and was not wearing nasal cannula.
During an interview on 1/21/2025, at 1:08 p.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1 in Resident
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
48's room, LVN 1 stated, Resident 48 should be on oxygen of two lpm via nasal cannula continuously per
physician 's order. LVN 1 stated, Resident 48's nasal cannula should be in a bag when it was not used
otherwise it should be considered as contaminated. LVN 1 stated, oxygen is considered as a medication
and should be administrated as ordered to receive right dose.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/23/2025, at 10:36 a.m., with Registered Nurse
Supervisor (RNS) 1, reviewed Resident 48's Order Summary Report, dated 1/3/2025, the Order Summary
Report indicated, to apply oxygen via nasal cannula two liter per minute continuous to keep oxygen
saturation level (O2 sat- a measurement of how much oxygen the blood is carrying as a percentage) at or
above 90 percent (%). RNS 1 stated, Resident 48 was not compliant with wearing nasal cannula, but staff
should have checked on him to ensure he was wearing nasal cannula and oxygen concentrator was set at
two liter per minute as ordered.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 11:43 a.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), DON stated, staff should
have ensured that Resident 48 was receiving oxygen as physician ordered because it was considered as
medication. The DON stated, Resident 48 was diagnosed with COPD and providing too much oxygen could
be dangerous for the residents with COPD due to hypercapnia (too much [carbon dioxide- a waste product
that your body gets rid of when you exhale] in the blood). The DON stated, carbon dioxide triggered
breathing for the residents with COPD, but providing too much oxygen would be triggered less breathing
which can lead carbon dioxide retention in the body. The DON stated, hypercapnia could lead to
drowsiness, respiratory distress (a person is having trouble breathing), and death. The DON stated, the
resident's nasal cannula should not be on the floor for infection control. The DON stated, the facility did not
have a specific policy and procedure regarding how to provide care for residents with COPD.
During a review of Resident 48's Care Plan (CP), revised 1/14/2023, the Care Plan focus indicated,
Resident 48 had oxygen therapy related ineffective gas exchange due to COPD. The Care Plan
interventions indicated, give oxygen two liter per minute via nasal cannula to maintain O2 Sat above 92%
and monitor for signs and symptoms of respiratory distress.
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to accurately account for one dose of
hydrocodone/apap (a controlled medication used to treat pain) 10/325 milligrams (mg - a unit of measure
for mass) affecting Resident 190 in one of two inspected medication carts (Station 1B Cart.)
This failure increased the risk of diversion (any use other than that intended by the prescriber) of controlled
medications and the risk that Resident 190 could have received too much or too little medication due to
lack of documentation possibly resulting in serious health complications requiring hospitalization.
Findings:
During a concurrent observation interview on 1/22/25 at 11:04 a.m. with the Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN 1), observed Station 1B Cart, the following discrepancies were found between the Controlled
Medication Count Sheet (a log signed by the nurse with the date and time each time a controlled substance
is given to a resident) and the medication card (a bubble pack from the dispensing pharmacy labeled with
the resident's information that contains the individual doses of the medication):
1. Resident 190's Controlled Medication Count Sheet for hydrocodone/apap 10/325 mg indicated there
were 14 doses left, however, the medication card contained 13 doses.
During a concurrent interview, LVN 1 stated she administered the missing dose of hydrocodone/apap
10/325 mg to Resident 190 this morning around 7:40 a.m. and forgot to sign the Controlled Medication
Count Sheet at that time, LVN 1 stated the narcotic log should be signed at the time of administration to the
resident to accurately account for the narcotic medications. LVN 1 stated if narcotics are not signed off
there is a risk of medication diversion or overdose to the resident possibly resulting in medical
complications.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled Controlled Medications, revised
December 2019, indicated When a controlled medication is administered, the licensed nurse administering
the medication immediately enters all of the following information on the accountability record . Date and
time of administration, Amount administered, Signature of nurse administered the dose, completed after the
medication is given.
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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F 0757
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
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 implement their protocol for Antibiotic Stewardship for one
of 21 sampled residents (Resident 6 and Resident 242). Resident 6 and Resident 242 was prescribed an
antibiotic drug without meeting the Mc Geer Criteria (a set of clinical definitions used for surveillance in
long-term care facilities (LTCF) These criteria define the resident symptoms and other clinical criteria that
are used to meet infection surveillance definitions.).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 6 and Resident 242 developing antibiotic resistance (not
effective to treat infection) from unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotic use.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 6's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 6 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of but not
limited to a chronic ulcer (a non-healing wound on the skin) of the buttock, duodenal ulcer (a sore in the first
part of the small intestines) and rectal fistula (an infected anal gland that forma an abscess).
During a review of Resident 6's History and Physical (H&P), dated 3/27/2024, the H&P indicated Resident
6 was able to make his own medical decisions.
During a review of Resident 6's Minimum Data Set (MDS-resident assessment tool), dated 10/27/2024, the
MDS indicated Resident 6 was dependent on nursing staff for toileting, showering, lower body dressing,
and putting on and taking off shoes. The MDS indicated Resident 6 needed substantial to maximal
assistance from nursing staff with transferring to the shower, bed and chair. The MDS indicated Resident 6
needed partial to moderate assistance from nursing staff with rolling from left to right, sitting, lying down
and standing.
During a review of Resident 6's Order Summary, the Order Summary, indicated Resident 6 had an order for
Ciprofloxacin (medication used to treat bacterial infections) 500 milligrams one tablet by mouth two times a
day for abnormal wound culture and sensitivity with right (a bone in the lower hip) ischial surgical wound for
21 days starting 1/13/2025 to 2/3/2025.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/23/2025 at 9:41 a.m., with the Infection Preventionist
(IP), Resident 6's Surveillance Data Collection Form was reviewed. The Surveillance Data Collection Form
indicated, on 1/13/2025 Resident 6 did not meet the criteria for cellulitis, soft tissue or wound infection and
the Medical Doctor was made aware. IP stated if the Mc Geer's Criteria is not met the IP calls the doctor
and let them know the resident does not meet the Mc Geer's criteria and to asks the doctor if they want to
continue the antibiotic order and the response is documented in the progress notes. IP stated there is no
documentation in the progress notes that indicates the doctor was notified. IP stated Antibiotic Stewardship
is used to limit the usage of antibiotics especially if the resident is without ant signs and symptoms of an
infection. IP stated Resident 6 can develop resistance to antibiotics and side effects, multi drug resistant
organism (MDRO), and can damage the gut by changing the intestinal flora. IP stated the Director of Staff
Development (DSD) was responsible for Antibiotic Stewardship.
During an interview on 1/23/2025 at 11:26 a.m. with the DSD, DSD stated she informed the doctor
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Resident 6 did not meet the criteria and the doctor stated to continue with the antibiotics. DSD stated
Antibiotic Stewardship is used to avoid unnecessary antibiotic use and to monitor residents' signs and
symptoms of an infection. DSD stated if residents do not meet the criteria the resident is at risk for
unnecessary antibiotic use. DSD agreed Resident 6 can develop resistance to antibiotics if prescribed
unnecessarily.
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 1/23/2025 at 12:53 p.m. with the Wound Care Doctor (WCD), WCD stated he does
not know what the Mc Geer's criteria is and was not aware Resident 6 did not meet the criteria for cellulitis,
soft tissue or wound infection.
During an interview on 1/23/2025 at 1:03 p.m., with the DSD, DSD stated she did not notify the WCD who
ordered the medication and should have made the ordering doctor aware that the resident did not meet the
criteria for cellulitis, soft tissue or wound infection.
During an interview on 1/24/2025 at 4:38 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), DON stated the IP
should have documented in the Nursing Progress Notes that she notified the doctor and asked the doctor if
the antibiotic can be discontinued. DON stated the IP should have documented what the doctor said in the
Nursing Progress Notes.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Unnecessary Medications, dated 8/2019,
the P&P indicated, An unnecessary drug is any drug used in excessive doses, including duplicate therapy;
or for excessive duration; or without adequate monitoring; or without adequate indications for its use; or in
the presence of adverse consequences which indicate the dose should be reduced or discontinued; or any
combinations of the reasons above.
B. During a review of Resident 242's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
admitted on [DATE] to the facility with diagnoses that included end stage renal disease (ESRD-irreversible
kidney failure), cerebral infarction (stroke), hyperlipidemia( condition where there are high levels of fats in
the blood), and hypertension(HTN-high blood pressure).
During a review of Resident 242's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident had moderately
impaired cognitive skills( problems with a person's ability to think, learn, remember, use judgement, and
make decisions) and required substantial assistance ( helper does more than half the effort) with toileting
hygiene, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and transfer to and from a bed to chair.
During a review of Resident 242's Medication Administration Record (MAR), the MAR indicated Levaquin (
medicine used to treat infection) tablet 500 milligrams (mgs.- unit of measurement) give one tablet by mouth
one time a day for Pneumonia for 9 days with an order date of 1/14/2025. The MAR indicated the resident
received Levaquin for 9 days.
During a review of Resident 242's of Radiology Results Report dated 1/14/2024, the Radiology Report (
chest-x-ray) indicated the resident had a mild prominence of interstitial densities(inflammation and scarring)
centrally compatible with interstitial pneumonia (lung disease that causes inflammation and scarring in
around the air sac in the lungs)versus bronchiolitis (chest infection that causes inflammation in the small
airways of the lungs).
During a review of Resident 242's Surveillance Data Collection Form , the Surveillance Data Collection
Form indicated the resident's date of onset of symptoms was 1/13/2025. The Surveillance Data Collection
Data Form indicated the had met only 2 criteria to use Levaquin(antibiotic) and resident had
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Long Beach, CA 90806
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no other symptoms to meet the criteria.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent interview and record review of Resident 242 electronic chart on 1/24/2025, at 10:21
a.m. with Director of Staff Development (DSD), DSD stated she was in charge of Antibiotic Stewardship (
set of practices that ensure antibiotics are used appropriately and only when necessary)in the facility. DSD
confirmed Resident 242 did not meet the criteria of Mc [NAME] Criteria (guidelines used for surveillance of
infections, identification of infections in long term care facilities and used retrospectively to count true
infection)and there was no documentation about the physician being notified that resident's symptoms did
not meet criteria to use Levaquin. DSD stated the resident can develop multi drug resistant
organism(MDRO-microorganisms usually bacteria that are resistant to multiple antibiotics and can be
difficult to treat and spread quickly) and could be an unnecessary medication if it was not meeting Mc
[NAME] Criteria.
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent interview and record review of Resident 242's electronic chart and Surveillance Data
Collection Form for Levaquin on 1/23/2925, at 11:01 a.m. with Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN). IPN
stated the facility used Mcgeer Criteria for their antibiotic surveillance and Resident did not have cough, no
sputum production(process of coughing up mucus or phlegm from the respiratory tract), fever or
leukocytosis( condition where there are more white blood cells in the blood indicating an infection). IPN
stated Levaquin was ordered because of pneumonia (infection in the lung) shown in the chest x-ray result.
IPN stated the resident use of antibiotic did not meet the Mc [NAME] criteria and the resident could develop
resistance to most antibiotics and this could change the intestinal flora ( bacteria or microorganisms that
live inside the intestines to help digest food)of the resident by killing the good bacteria.
During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Unnecessary Medications updated 8/2019,
the P&P indicated each resident 's medication regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The P&P
indicated an unnecessary drug is any drug used without adequate indications for its use.
During a review of facility's P&P titled Antibiotic Stewardship reviewed 12/2023, the P&P indicated the
facility will implement an Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP- coordinated effort to improve how
antibiotics are prescribed and used with the goal of ensuring antibiotics are only used when necessary and
appropriate) that will promote appropriate use of antibiotics while optimizing treatment efficacy , resident
safety and reducing treatment related costs.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated,
prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic
medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to:
1. Define resident-specific, objectively measurable target behaviors related to the use of risperidone (a
medication used to treat mental illness) in one of five residents sampled for unnecessary medications
(Resident 16.)
2. Ensure divalproex (a medication used to treat mood swings) was used only for conditions or diagnoses
as documented in the clinical record in one of five residents sampled for unnecessary medications
(Resident 16.)
3. Failing to define specific measurable target behaviors and to ensure a resident did not receive routine
psychotropic medication (any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behavior) unless the
medication was necessary to treat a diagnosed specific condition that was documented in the clinical
record for Resident 43 and Resident 10.
This failure had the potential to result in the use of unnecessary psychotropic medication for Resident 43
and 10 that can lead to side effects and adverse consequences such as a decline in quality of life and
functional capacity.
The deficient practices of failing to define target behaviors related to the use of risperidone and failing to
ensure divalproex was only used for conditions or diagnoses as documented in the clinical record increased
the risk that Resident 16 could have experienced adverse effects related to his psychotropic (medications
that affect brain activities associated with mental processes and behavior) medication therapy, such as
drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, or increased risk of fall, possibly leading to impairment or decline in his
mental or physical condition or functional or psychosocial status.
Findings:
A review of Resident 16's admission Record (a record containing diagnostic and demographic resident
information), dated 1/16/25, indicated he was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including
unspecified dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities.)
A review of Resident 16's History and Physical (H&P - a record of a comprehensive physician's
assessment), dated 10/24/24, indicated this resident had fluctuating capacity to understand and make
decisions.
A review of Resident 16's Order Summary Report (a summary of all current physician orders), dated
1/23/25 indicated, on 10/23/24, Resident 16's attending physician prescribed divalproex 125 milligrams (mg
- a unit of measure for mass) by mouth three times daily for mood disorder/bipolar manifested by
mania/hyperactivity and risperidone 1 mg by mouth at bedtime for psychosis manifested by agitation.
A review of Resident 16's psychiatric evaluation notes, dated 11/2/24, did not list 'mood disorder
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Long Beach, CA 90806
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or bipolar disorder among current psychiatric conditions and did not discuss behaviors of mania or
hyperactivity.
A review of Resident 16's clinical record indicated there were no other physician's notes documenting a
diagnosis of mood disorder or bipolar disorder.
Residents Affected - Some
A review if Resident 16's available care plans, last revised 10/24/24, indicated no specific, measurable
behaviors were care planned to define agitation related to the use of divalproex.
During an interview on 1/23/25 at 11:02 AM with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
behavior of agitation could mean several things like resisting care, striking out, screaming etc . The DON
stated the facility failed to define clear, measurable targeted behavior(s) for the use of Resident 16's
risperidone either in the order or in the resident's care plan related to the use of risperidone. The DON
stated it is important to have clearly defined problematic behaviors so the effectiveness of the medication
can be objectively monitored and periodically reassessed. The DON stated, if problematic target-behaviors
are not clearly defined, Resident 16 may receive risperidone for longer than necessary or at a higher dose
than necessary leading to adverse effects like drowsiness, constipation, urinary retention, and increased
fall risk. The DON stated all psychotropic medications must have a clearly documented indication or
diagnosis related to their use. The DON stated she was unable to find any documentation of a mood
disorder, mania, hyperactivity, or bipolar disorder from Resident 16's physician or psychiatry notes. The
DON stated this concern may have been on the resident's chart when he was admitted , but stated she
could not find any documentation that the facility's psychiatrist had since confirmed this diagnosis. The
DON stated the use of divalproex without a clear indication increased the risk that Resident 16 could
experience adverse effects related to the use of divalproex including drowsiness and increased risk of fall.
3. During a review of Resident 43's admission Record, the admission Record indicated, Resident 43 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] and last re-admission was on 5/14/2024 with diagnoses including
dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD - a
disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event),
major depressive disorder (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of
interest), anxiety disorder (A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that
are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities)and unspecified psychosis (a severe mental
condition in which thought, and emotions are so affected that contact is lost with reality).
During a review of Resident 43's History and Physical (H&P), dated 11/26/2024, the H&P indicated,
Resident 43 had no capacity (ability) to understand and make decision due to worsening of dementia.
During a review of Resident 43's Minimum Data Set (MDS -resident assessment tool), dated 12/29/2024,
the MDS indicated Resident 43 required dependent assistance (Helper does all of the effort) from one or
more staff for bed mobility, transfer, eating, hygiene care, and maximal assistance (Helper does more than
half the effort) from one staff for dressing. The MDS section E (behavior) indicated, Resident 43 did not
have any potential indicator for psychosis and there was no hallucination (an experience involving the
apparent perception of something not present) or delusion (having false or unrealistic beliefs). The MDS
section E indicated, Resident 43 did not have physical and verbal behavioral symptoms directed toward
others. The MDS section E indicated, Resident 43 did not have behavior related to rejection of care and
there was no change of behavior since prior assessment.
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Long Beach, CA 90806
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or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 10's admission Record, it indicated Resident 10 was originally admitted to the
facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of altered mental status,
schizophrenia (a mental illness that is characterized by disturbances in thought), major depressive disorder
(a common mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and
other symptoms that interfere with daily life) and mood affective disorder (a group of mental health
conditions characterized by significant and persistent disturbances in mood).
During a review of Resident 10's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 10 was dependent on
nursing staff for toileting, showering, putting on and taking off shoes and personal hygiene. The MDS
indicated Resident 10 was dependent on nursing staff for personal hygiene, sitting, lying flat, sitting, and
transferring. The MDS indicated Resident 10 needed substantial to maximal assistance from nursing staff
with oral hygiene, upper and lower body dressing The MDS indicated Resident 10 did not attempt to walk
due to medical condition or safety concerns.
During a review of Resident 10's Order Summary, the Order Summary indicated, Resident 10 had an order
for olanzapine (an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder) 5 milligrams,
give one tablet by mouth at bedtime for schizophrenia manifested by manic episodes such as visual
hallucinations, started on 1/21/2023.
During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 9:49 a.m., with Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) 1, CNA 1 stated, she
did not have any issue with providing care to Resident 43. CNA 1 stated, he did not want to get cleaned up
occasionally, but Resident 43 let her provide hygiene care when she offered him several times. CNA 1
stated, Resident 43 was diagnosed with dementia, and this was not unusual for the residents with
dementia. CNA 1 stated, Resident 43 was calm and cooperative. CNA 1 stated, she did not witness any
aggressive behaviors from Resident 43.
During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 10:25 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2, LVN 2 stated,
Resident 43 was on Quetiapine Fumarate [Seroquel- an antipsychotic medication that treats several kinds
of mental health conditions including schizophrenia (a mental illness that is characterized by disturbances
in thought)and bipolar disorder (sometimes called manic-depressive disorder; mood swings that range from
the lows of depression to elevated periods of emotional highs)] to manage psychosis manifested by
disorganized thoughts (Hallucinations and delusions can make person's thoughts and feelings confused
and disorganized). LVN 2 stated, she was not sure what behavior she was monitoring. LVN 2 stated,
confusion, aggression, and agitation could happen from dementia.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/23/2025, 10:36 a.m., with Registered Nurse
Supervisor (RNS) 1, Resident 1's Order Summary Report (OSR), dated 1/23/2025 was reviewed. The OSR
indicated, Seroquel 25 milligram (mg) one tablet by mouth one time a day for psychosis manifested by
disorganized thoughts was initially ordered on 10/7/2024 and increased to one and a half tablet by mouth
twice a day on 11/19/2024. RNS 1 stated, she believed it was increased due to increase of episodes of
disorganized thoughts. RNS 1 stated, monitoring disorganized thoughts was not specific measurable target
behavior. RNS 1 stated, inaccurate monitoring could contribute to increase in dose unnecessarily. RNS 1
stated, disorganized thoughts could be anything from confusion, hallucination, and delusion.
During a phone interview on 1/23/2025, at 12:36 p.m., with Facility Pharmacy Consultant (FPC), FPC
stated, monitoring disorganized thoughts was not specific behavior to monitor because it was too general,
and nursing staff should have clarified with prescriber. FPC stated, dementia and PTSD should
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
be ruled out before prescribing Seroquel for Resident 43 to avoid unnecessary medication. FPC stated, the
resident should not suffer from side effects and adverse reaction from the medication.
During a phone interview on 1/23/2025, at 12:36 p.m., with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)1, PNP 1
stated, she did not realize that staff was monitoring disorganized thoughts that was not specific behavior for
psychosis. PNP 1 stated, she increased Seroquel dose because staff reported Resident 43's psychosis
episodes were increased. PNP 1 stated, she prescribed Seroquel for aggression and psychosis manifested
by Resident 43 tried to hit staff. PNP 1 stated, she agreed to rule out other possible causes for aggression
such as dementia and PTSD to prevent Resident 43 suffering from side effects and adverse reaction
unnecessarily.
During an interview on 1/24/2025 at 9:10 a.m. with CNA 1, CNA 1 stated does know any of Resident 10's
behavioral problems. CNA 1 stated she observed Resident 10 crying and depressed.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/24/2025 at 11:01 a.m., with LVN 5, Resident 10's
Care Plan, dated 8/20/2022 the care plan indicated monitoring for manic episodes such as visual
hallucination. Resident 10's MAR, indicated had manic episodes manifested by visual hallucinations on
1/1/2025 to 1/4/2025, 1/6/2025 to 1/11/2025, 1/13/2025 to 1/21/2025, and 1/23/2024 to 1/24/2025. LVN 5
stated she could not find any documentation of what the visual hallucinations were and could not state what
the visual hallucinations were.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 11:43 a.m., with Director of Nursing (DON), DON stated, all behavioral
monitoring related to psychotropic medication should be specific to its indication of medication use,
otherwise the resident would not receive proper dose. DON stated, all documentation should reflect and
support medication use, otherwise the medication may not be necessary to use.
During a review of Resident 43's Order Summary Report (OSR), dated 1/23/2025, the OSR indicated,
monitor and document number of psychotic behavior as evidenced by psychosis manifested by
disorganized thoughts every shift for Seroquel was ordered on 7/22/2024.
During a review of Resident 43's Care Plan (CP), revised 12/17/2024, the CP Focus indicated,
antipsychotic medication use (Seroquel) related to disease process manifested by disorganized thoughts:
PNP 1 added 25mg Seroquel in the morning on 10/8/2024 and increased to 37.5mg twice a day. The CP
Interventions indicated, monitor side effects of drowsiness, dry mouth, stiff or tight muscles, and allergic
reaction. The CP Interventions indicated, document episodes of behavior.
During a review of Resident 43's Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (BHNP) Follow up Visit Note, dated
11/18/2024, the BHNP Note indicated, Resident 43 had dementia with behavioral disturbance and
increased Seroquel for aggressive behavior and anxiety.
During a review of Resident 43's Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (BHNP) Follow up Visit Note, dated
12/09/2024, the BHNP Note indicated, Resident 43 had dementia with behavioral disturbance and
continued with Seroquel for aggressive behavior and anxiety.
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P) titled Psychotropic Medications, revised
12/2023, the P&P indicated, Policy: It is the policy of this facility to ensure that residents who have not used
psychotropic drugs are not given these drugs unless the medication is necessary to treat a specific
condition as diagnosed and documented in the clinical record. Psychotropic medications shall not be
administered for the purpose of discipline or convenience .Procedure:1. Psychotropic
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
medications shall not be administered for the purpose of discipline or convenience. They are to be
administered only when required to treat the resident's medical symptoms and will be considered only after
nonpharmacological interventions have been attempted and failed . 3. The LN shall review the classification
of the drug, the appropriateness of the diagnosis, its indication, behavior monitors and related adverse side
effects prior to verification of admission orders with the Attending Physician.
Residents Affected - Some
A review of the facility's policy Psychotropic Drug Use, revised August 2017, indicated It is the policy of this
facility to ensure that residents who have not used psychotropic drugs are not given these drugs unless the
medication is necessary to treat a specific condition as diagnosed and documented in the clinical record .
The Licensed Nurses shall review the classification of the drug, the appropriateness of the diagnosis, its
indication/behavior monitors and related adverse side effects prior to verification of admission orders with
the Attending Physician .
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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F 0842
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in
accordance with accepted professional standards.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of four sampled residents (Resident 79)
Medication Administration Record(MAR - a daily documentation record used by a licensed nurse to
document medications and treatments given to a resident) indicated Resident 79 did not receive his
medication on 1/21/2025 for 9:00 a.m. due to nausea and vomiting.
This failure indicated an inaccurate Medication Administration Record and had the potential to negatively
affect Resident 79's care.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 79's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
admitted on [DATE] to the facility with diagnoses that included myocardial infarction (MI-heart attack),
asthma( chronic lung disease caused by swelling and muscle tightening around the airways), sequelae of
cerebral infarction (aftermath of a stroke) and hypertension(HTN-high blood pressure).
During a review of Resident 79's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident had impaired cognitive
skills and required moderate assistance (helper does less than half) with bed mobility, transfer to and from
a bed to a chair, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, bathing, personal hygiene and dressing.
During a review of Resident 79's Change of Condition ( COC- a sudden clinically important deviation from a
patient's baseline in physical, cognitive, behavioral or functional condition) Evaluation dated 1/21/2025
timed at 9:00 a.m., the COC indicated the resident had two episodes of vomiting.
During a review of Resident 79's MAR dated 1/21/2025 for 9:00 a.m., the MAR indicated the following
medications were signed and administered,
1.
Ascorbic Acid ( vitamin C) liquid 500 milligrams ( mgs.- unit of measurement) 2.5 milliliter (ml-unit of
measurement) one time a day.
2.
Multivitamins-Mineral tablet one tablet by mouth one time a day for supplement.
3.
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride(medicine to treat enlarged prostate gland) .4 mg. one capsule by mouth one time
a day for benign prostatic hyperplasia ( BPH-enlarged prostate gland often causing issues with urination).
4.
Ropinirole hydrochloride ( medicine to treat restless legs syndrome).25 mg. one tablet by mouth two
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
times a day for restless leg syndrome (RLS-condition that causes a very strong urge to move the legs
related uncomfortable feelings ).
During a concurrent interview and record review of Resident 79's electronic chart on 1/22/ 2025, at 3:31
p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 3),LVN 3 stated he signed all the medications due at 9:00 a.m.
on 1/21/2025 but Resident 79 did not take it because of the vomiting and abdominal pain. LVN 3 stated he
did not notify the physician when resident did not take his medications because he did not think it through
that time. LVN 3 stated the licensed nurse should sign his name in the MAR after each medicine is
administered. LVN 3 stated signing his name in the MAR indicated he administered these medicines and
stated his documentations were inaccurate because the medications were not administered.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 3:03 p.m. with Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), IPN stated MAR
should be signed by licensed nurses after administering a medicine because to ensure accurate and proper
documentation of medicines received by the resident. IPN stated inaccurate documentation of MAR had the
potential to cause miscommunication to the other nurses and physicians which could affect the care of the
resident negatively.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 5:26 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), DON stated licensed nurses
should observe the five rights of medication (right patient, right drug, right time, right dose and right routeregarded as a standard for safe medication practices). DON stated licensed nurses should sign the MAR
after medication administration and document refusal of medication and notification of physician in the
chart to ensure the documentation is accurate. DON stated MAR is a legal document and inaccurate
documentation could affect the care of the resident.
During a review of facility's Job Description of Licensed Vocational Nurse/ Licensed Practical Nurse , dated
12/17/2021, the Job Description of Licensed Vocational Nurse indicated to chart nurses' notes in
professional and appropriate manner that is timely, accurately and thoroughly reflects the care provided to
the resident.
During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Administration-General
Guidelines updated 11/2021, the P&P indicated the individual who administered the medicine will record
the administration on the resident's MAR after the medication pass is completed. The P&P indicated if a
dose of regularly scheduled medication is withheld, refused, not available or given at a time other than the
scheduled time, the space provided in the front of the MAR for that dosage is initialed and circled or an
explanatory note is entered in the chart.
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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 observe infection control practices by failing
to:
Residents Affected - Few
a. Ensure Resident 70's nasal cannula (a small plastic tube, which fits into the person's nostrils for
providing supplemental oxygen) was kept in a sanitary manner.
b. Ensure positive result of Influenza test (test to detect the presence of flu virus) of Resident 79 was
relayed to the physician in a timely manner.
c. Ensure droplet precaution (actions designed to reduce/prevent transmission of viruses spread or
transmittable through air droplets by coughing, sneezing, talking and close contact with an infected patient's
breathing) was initiated and observed when Resident 70 tested positive for Influenza A (Flu- a contagious
viral infection that attacks the respiratory system and can cause widespread outbreak) and symptomatic
(showing symptoms of flu).
These failures had the potential to transmit and spread infection to residents, visitors, and staff.
Findings:
a.During a review of Resident 70's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 70 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including
enterocolitis (inflammation of intestines) due to clostridium difficile ( dangerous bacteria that can cause
inflammation of the colon), end stage renal disease(ESRD- irreversible kidney failure), diabetes (DM-a
disorder characterized by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing) and myocardial
infarction(MI- heart attack).
During a review of Resident 70's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool) dated 1/4/2025, the
MDS indicated Resident 70 had moderately impaired cognitive skills (ability to think, understand, learn, and
remember) and was dependent on staff with bed mobility, transfer to and from a bed to chair, toileting
hygiene, bathing, dressing and oral hygiene.
During an observation on 1/21/2025, at 10:53 a.m., observed Resident 70 was lying in bed and wearing a
nasal cannula, and nasal prongs were on the left cheek of the resident. Observed nasal cannula was not
connected to an oxygen source.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/21/2025, at 11:10 a.m. and subsequent interview on
1/21/2025, at 4:03 p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 3), LVN 3 verified the nasal cannula was not
connected to the oxygen concentrator (medical device that help you take in oxygen). LVN 3 stated Resident
70 returned from dialysis (a treatment to cleanse the blood of wastes and extra fluids artificially through a
machine when the kidney(s) have failed) around 8:30 a.m. and the charge nurse was supposed to check
and ensure Resident 70's vital signs are within normal limit, oxygen is connected and no bleeding present
on the hemodialysis access( a way to reach the blood for hemodialysis ). Observed LVN 3 took the nasal
cannula from the bottom of the bed and offered Resident 70 to wear the nasal cannula instead of the nasal
cannula the resident was wearing. LVN 3 stated they usually store nasal cannula not in use by resident in a
plastic bag. LVN 3 stated he will replace the nasal cannula because it was on the floor, was dirty and could
be contaminated.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 1/23/2025, at 11:37 a.m. with Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), IPN stated the
licensed nurse should have changed the nasal cannula before offering it to Resident 70 to prevent resident
from getting infection from possible contamination.
During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Use of Oxygen revised 5/2021, the P&P
indicated labeled and dated bags should be provided for cannulas and masks to be placed in when not in
use and the oxygen tubing should be kept off the floor.
b. During a review of Resident 79's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 79 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included myocardial infarction (MI-heart attack),
asthma (chronic lung disease caused by swelling and muscle tightening around the airways), sequelae of
cerebral infarction (damage to the brain from interruption of its blood supply) and hypertension (HTN-high
blood pressure).
During a review of Resident 79's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 79 had impaired
cognitive skills and required moderate assistance (helper does less than half) with bed mobility, transfer to
and from a bed to a chair, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, bathing, personal hygiene, and dressing.
During a review of Resident 79's Change in Condition (COC- a sudden clinically important deviation from a
patient's baseline in physical, cognitive, behavioral, or functional condition) Evaluation dated 1/21/2025
timed at 6:13 p.m., the COC indicated the resident had a fever of 101.4 Fahrenheit (°F- unit of
measurement).
During a review of Resident 79's COC Evaluation dated 1/22/2024 timed at 2:22 p.m., the COC indicated
Resident 79 developed a non- productive cough (dry cough without mucus or phlegm).
During a review of Resident 79's Care Plan titled Resident was at risk for severe acute respiratory infection
related to Covid, Influenza, pneumonia vaccine refusal initiated 1/2/2025 and was revised on 1/23/2025, the
Care Plan indicated Resident 79 was at risk for severe acute respiratory infection related to Covid,
Influenza, pneumonia vaccine refusal. The Care Plan's interventions included observing for signs and
symptoms such as fever, cough, difficulty of breathing, chills, sore throat, and congestion.
During a review of Resident 79's Care Plan titled Resident had a respiratory (referring to the lungs)
infection due to Influenza A initiated 1/23/2025, the Care Plan goal indicated Resident 79 will be free from
signs and symptoms of respiratory infection by review date. The Care Plan interventions included to
implement droplet isolation (a set of precautions used to prevent the spread of infections that are
transmitted through respiratory droplets) for Influenza A and to start Tamiflu (anti-viral medicine).
During a review of Resident 79's Influenza A and B Panel Test result, the result indicated the specimen for
the Influenza A and B Panel test was collected on 1/21/2025, at 6:35 p.m. received by the laboratory on
1/22/2025, at 10:24 a.m. and reported to the facility on 1/23/2025 at 9:18 a.m. The Influenza A and B Panel
test indicated Resident 79 was positive for Influenza A.
During a review of Resident 79's Progress Notes dated 1/23/2025 timed at 7:44 p.m., the Progress Notes
indicated the physician was notified about the positive Influenza test and droplet isolation was observed.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/24/2025, at 8:29 a.m., with Registered Nurse
Supervisor (RN 1), RN 1 stated the laboratory provider called her on 1/23/2025, at around 9:00 a.m. or
10:00 a.m. because Resident 79 tested positive for Influenza A. RN 1 stated she called Resident 79
physician at around 10:00 a.m. and then sent a text message on her personal cellphone but Resident 79
physician did not respond or called back. RN 1 stated if the physician would not call back, staff should call
the Medical Director. RN 1 stated she did not place a call to notify the Medical Director after Resident 79's
physician failed to return her call. RN 1 stated residents and staff could get exposed to Influenza virus
which can cause an outbreak (sudden increased of cases of a disease above what is normally expected)
and cause a delay of care to Resident 79.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 11:28 a.m. with IPN, IPN stated she was aware Resident 79 was
positive for Influenza A on 1/23/2025 at around 11:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. IPN stated RN 1 should have
called the physician and if no response, she should have called the Medical Director of the change in
condition and positive Influenza A test result because it was an urgent matter and could cause a delay of
care to Resident 79. IPN stated they should have followed up the result of Influenza A and B Panel test sent
on 1/22/2025 when Resident 79 developed fever and cough because the residents in the facility are
vulnerable to develop serious illness.
c. During an observation on 1/23/2025, at 3:30 p.m. in Resident 79's room, no signage for droplet
precautions was posted on the front of the entryway or isolation cart was present before entering the room.
During an interview on 1/24/2025, at 8:29 a.m. with RN 1, RN 1 stated she did not initiate droplet
precaution on 1/23/2025 and left at 3:30 p.m. RN 1 stated Resident 79 was still in the same room with his
roommate when she left the facility at 3:30 p.m. RN 1 stated Resident 79 did not have to be in a private
room if they followed the three feet away distance from the resident. RN 1 stated she did not initiate the
droplet precautions for Resident 79 because she was waiting for instructions from the Director of Nursing
(DON) and IPN. RN 1 stated licensed nurses did not need an order to start isolation precautions for a
resident who tested positive for Influenza.
During a concurrent interview and record review of facility's census on 1/23/2025 at 11:28 a.m. with IPN,
IPN stated Resident 79 was unvaccinated for Influenza due to refusal. IPN stated once they identified the
resident had infectious disease like Influenza, they isolate the resident as soon as they obtained a positive
Influenza result. IPN stated she knew Resident 79 was positive for Influenza on 1/23/2025 at around 11:00
a.m. because RN 1 notified her. IPN stated they did not move the resident right away as they observed the
guideline of three to six feet distance away to the affected resident to prevent transmission. IPN stated
Resident 79 was moved on 1/23/2025 at 6:34 p.m. IPN confirmed there were available beds on 1/23/2024
and census indicated there were 83 residents and 14 empty beds. IPN stated they should have placed
Resident 79 on droplet precautions as soon as the positive result for Influenza was received on 1/23/2025
because other residents and staff would be at risk in contracting the Influenza which could lead to an
outbreak.
During a review of an online article Interim Guidance for Influenza Outbreak Management in Long-Term
Care and Post-Acute Care Facilities | Influenza (Flu) | CDC dated 9/17/2024, the online article indicated
Droplet precautions should be implemented for residents with suspected or confirmed influenza for 7 days
after illness onset or until 24 hours after the resolution of fever and respiratory symptoms, whichever is
longer, while a resident is in a healthcare facility.
During a review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled IPCP Standard and
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Transmission-Based Precautions revised 3/2024, the P&P indicated Droplet precautions are used for
patients known or suspected to be infected with pathogens (microorganisms) transmitted by respiratory
droplets that are generated by a patient who is coughing, sneezing, or talking. The P & P indicated to
implement source control by placing a mask on the patient and ensure appropriate patient placement
Residents Affected - Few
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2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
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 implement their protocol for Antibiotic Stewardship
(measures used by the facility to ensure antibiotics [drug to treat infection] are used only when necessary
and appropriate) for one of five sampled residents (Resident 6).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 6 developing antibiotic resistance (not effective to treat
infection) from unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotic use.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 6's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 6 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including chronic ulcer
(a non-healing wound on the skin) of the buttock, duodenal ulcer (a sore in the first part of the small
intestines) and rectal fistula (an infected anal gland that forms an abscess).
During a review of Resident 6's History and Physical (H&P), dated 3/27/2024, the H&P indicated Resident
6 was able to make his own medical decisions.
During a review of Resident 6's Minimum Data Set (MDS-resident assessment tool), dated 10/27/2024, the
MDS indicated Resident 6 was dependent on nursing staff for toileting, showering, lower body dressing,
and putting on and taking off shoes. The MDS indicated Resident 6 needed substantial to maximal
assistance from nursing staff with transferring to the shower, bed, and chair. The MDS indicated Resident 6
needed partial to moderate assistance from nursing staff with rolling from left to right, sitting, lying down,
and standing.
During a review of Resident 6's Order Summary, the Order Summary, indicated Resident 6 had an order for
Ciprofloxacin (medication used to treat bacterial infections) 500 milligrams (mg-unit of measurement) one
tablet by mouth two times a day for abnormal wound culture and sensitivity (laboratory tests to check for
infection) with right ischial (a bone in the lower hip) surgical wound for 21 days starting 1/13/2025 to
2/3/2025.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/23/2025 at 9:41 a.m., with the Infection Preventionist
(IP), Resident 6's Surveillance Data Collection Form was reviewed. The Surveillance Data Collection Form
indicated, on 1/13/2025 Resident 6 did not meet the criteria for cellulitis (skin infection), soft tissue or
wound infection and the medical doctor was made aware. IP stated if the McGeers Criteria (a document to
identify whether the symptoms meet the criteria for definitive infection) is not met the IP calls the doctor and
lets the doctor know the resident does not meet the McGeers criteria and asks the doctor if they want to
continue the antibiotic order and the response is documented in the progress notes. IP stated there was no
documentation in the progress notes that indicates the medical doctor was notified. IP stated Antibiotic
Stewardship is used to limit the usage of antibiotics especially if the resident is without any signs and
symptoms of an infection. IP stated Resident 6 can develop resistance to antibiotics and side effects, multi
drug resistant organisms (MDRO- bacteria that are resistant to multiple antibiotics and can cause serious
infections), and the antibiotic can damage the gut (stomach) by changing the intestinal flora. IP stated
Director of Staff Development (DSD) was responsible for Antibiotic Stewardship.
During an interview on 1/23/2025 at 11:26 a.m. with the (DSD), DSD stated she informed the medical
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055744
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/24/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center
2750 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
doctor regarding Resident 6 not meeting the McGeers Criteria and the doctor stated to continue with
antibiotics. DSD stated she did not document the doctor's response in the progress notes. DSD stated
antibiotic stewardship is used to avoid unnecessary antibiotic and to monitor residents for signs and
symptoms of an infection. DSD stated if residents do not meet the criteria the resident is at risk for
unnecessary antibiotic use. DSD agreed Resident 6 can develop resistance to antibiotics if prescribed
unnecessarily.
During an interview on 1/23/2025 at 1:03 p.m., with the DSD, DSD stated she did not notify the Wound
Care Doctor (WCD) who ordered Ciprofloxacin 500 milligrams. DSD stated she should have made the
ordering doctor aware that Resident 6 did not meet the McGeers Criteria for cellulitis, soft tissue, or wound
infection.
During an interview on 1/24/2025 at 4:38 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the IP
should have documented in the Nursing Progress Notes that she notified the doctor and asked the doctor if
the antibiotic can be discontinued. The DON stated the IP should have documented what the doctor said in
the Nursing Progress Notes.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled , Antibiotic Stewardship date revised
1/2022, the P&P indicated, It is the policy of this facility to implement an Antibiotic Stewardship Program
(ASP) that is incorporated in the overall Infection Prevention and Control Program which will promote
appropriate use of antibiotics while optimizing the treatment of infections, at the same time reducing the
possible adverse events associated with antibiotic use. This policy has the potential to limit antibiotic
resistance in the post-acute care setting, while improving treatment efficacy and resident safety, and
reducing treatment-related costs. This policy will include basic elements about antibiotic resistance and
opportunities for improvement .Antibiotic Stewardship refers to a set of commitments and actions designed
to optimize the treatment of infections while reducing the adverse events associated with antibiotic use. This
can be accomplished through improving antibiotic prescribing, administration, and management practices
thus reducing inappropriate use to ensure that residents receive the right antibiotic for the right indication,
dose, and duration.
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