F 0658
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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 follow the professional nursing standards of practice when:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Nursing staff failed to notify the physician when a blood sugar (the concentration of glucose in the blood)
level was over 250 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl- normal range is 70 -100 mg/dl), for one of four residents
(Resident 1), reviewed for following the physician ' s plan of care; and,
2. Nursing staff did not use standard medical abbreviations to describe specific body sites of where a
subcutaneous injection (medication administered into the fatty tissue, just under the skin) of insulin (a
hormone our body produces to keep our blood glucose levels within the normal range), for two of four
residents (Residents 1 and 2), reviewed for services meeting professional standards of practice.
As a result:
1. Resident 1 ' s elevated blood sugar was not immediately reported and treated by the physician, which
had the potential for medical complications and delayed healing; and,
2. Medically abbreviated injection sites were not clearly identified, which resulted in repeat injections around
the same site, resulting in the potential for decreased absorption, bruising, and pain.
Findings:
1. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses which included diabetes mellitus
(abnormal sugar levels in the blood), per the facility ' s admission Record.
On 8/5/24, Resident 1 ' s clinical record was reviewed:
According to the physician ' s order, dated 4/20/24, check random blood sugar via fingerstick (when a finger
is pricked to obtain a drop of blood for testing), twice a day (scheduled for 6:30 A.M. and 6:30 P.M.) before
meals. Notify medical doctor if less than 70 or greater than 250, two times a day.
The facility ' s Medication Administration Record (MAR) was reviewed from April 1 through April 29, 2024,
for blood sugar checks twice a day. Six out of 18 blood sugar checks had levels recorded over 250.
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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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5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
According to the care plan titled, Risk for hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia (low and high blood sugar) related to
Diabetes Mellitus, dated 4/20/24, interventions listed included blood sugar checks as ordered by the
physician, random blood sugar checks via fingerstick before meals. Notify medical doctor if less than 70 or
greater than 250.
The nurses ' progress notes were reviewed on days the blood sugar was recorded to be over 250 (three
times on 6:30 A.M., and three times on 6:30 P.M.), and there was no documented evidence the physician
was called.
An interview was conducted with LN 5 on 8/6/24 at 1:16 P.M. LN 5 stated it was important to follow the
physician ' s order for blood sugar checks, because the physician might want the nurse to administer or
hold the insulin. LN 5 stated if blood sugar levels were out of the normal range in which the physician was
monitoring, the nurse was expected to document that the physician was notified and document any new
orders received by the nurse.
An interview and record review was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 8/5/24 at 1:23 P.M.
The DON stated she expected the LNs to notify the physician, if the blood sugars were outside of the
parameters (normal range) set by the physician.
The DON reviewed Resident 1 ' s MAR and nursing progress notes for April 2024, and stated there were no
nurses ' notes on 4/21/24, 4/23/24, 4/24/24, and 4/27/24, indicating the physician was notified by staff when
the blood sugar levels were over 250.
According to the facility ' s policy, titled Nursing Care of the Older Adult with Diabetes Mellitus, dated
November 2020, . The provider will order the frequency of glucose monitoring and establish appropriate
targets for individual residents .6.Establish provider notifications protocols, for example: a. Call provider
immediately if resident is hypoglycemic (<70 mg/dl). b .(2) blood glucose levels are >250 mg/dl .
2. a. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses which included diabetes mellitus
(abnormal sugar levels in the blood), per the facility ' s admission Record.
On 8/5/24, Resident 1 ' s clinical record was reviewed:
According to the physician ' s order, dated 4/20/24, Insulin Glargine Subcutaneous Solution 100
units/milliliters, inject 35 units subcutaneously at bedtime (scheduled for 9 P.M.)
According to the care plan, titled Risk Hypoglycemia/Hyperglycemia related to Diabetes Mellitus, dated
4/20/24, listed interventions such as, insulin therapy as ordered.
The MAR was reviewed from 4/20/24 through 5/5/24, for Insulin Glargine bedtime injections. Twelve of the
13 nursing entries indicated generalized sites where the injection was given. Only one entry had a
medically accepted abbreviation of a specific site RUA indicating the right upper quadrant (right upper
abdomen). All other entries were broad with abd (abdomen) del and 35 listed as a site.
b. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses which included Type 1 Diabetes
Mellitus (insulin dependent), per the facilty ' s admission Record.
On 8/5/23, Resident 2 ' s clinical record was reviewed.
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5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
According to the physican ' s order, dated 2/14/24, Insulin Aspart Injection Solution 100 units/millilitre, Inject
5 units subcuetaneously before meals (scheduled 6:30 A.M., 11:30 A.M., 4:30 P.M.) for diabestes mellitus.
Resident 2 ' s MAR was reviewed from 8/1/24 through 8/5/24 for Insulin Aspart before meals. Eight of the
14 entries had unaccceptable medical abbreviations, and documentation where the injection was given.
Entry examples were al, a, AUR, AUFL, a, RUL.
On 8/5/24 at 12:14 P.M. an interview and record review was conducted with Licensed Nurse 3 (LN 3) after
her initials were identified as making five of the entries for the 11:30 A.M. shift of insulin admininstration. LN
3 reviewed Resident 2 ' s August 2024 MAR and stated she had admininstered the insulin and documented
the sites used for the infection. LN 3 stated she was not using the standarized medical abreviatons for the
sites where the insulin was admininstered. LN 3 stated she should have used medcial standadized
abreviations to indicate exactly where the insulin injections were administered, so nurses after her would
rotate the injections and give at a different site.
On 8/6/24 at 1:16 P.M., an interview was condcuted with LN 5. LN 5 stated it was important to identify
specific insulin injections sites, so the sites could be rotated. LN 5 stated if nurses were not documenting
correct abbreviation sites, staff could be given the injection in the same area repeatedly. LN 5 stated
documneting the specific sites in medical abreviations was a nursing standard of practice and should
always be done.
On 8/6/24 at 1:29 P.M., an interview and record review was condcuted with the DON. The DON stated
nurses should always document injection sites, with medically acceptable abbreviatios. The DON stated it
was important for nurses to document the specific injection site, so other nurses would given injections in
different areas, so the injection sites could be rotated, to prevent bruises and pain. The DON reviewed
Resident 2 ' s MAR for the Insulin Aspart injections for August 2024. The DON stated some of the entries
were unacceptable and did not list a specific site, which was very important to know.
The DON continued, stating the facility ensured all nurses were trained by the consulting pharmacist, upon
hire for medication admininstration. The DON provided proof of an insevice she gave to medication nurses,
titled Admininstration of Subcuetaneous Injections, dated 7/27/23. LN 3 ' s name was not listed as attending
the inservice for Admininstration of Subcuetaneous Injections.
The DON stated the facility used MED PASS as their reference for nursing Standards of Practice.
The facility ' s policy, titled Nursing Care of the Older Adult with Diabetes Mellitus, dated November 2020,
did not given direction for medical standards of abbreviations for site injections.
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Country Manor LA Mesa Healthcare Center
5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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 prevent a deep tissue injury (DTI-pressure-related injury of
intact skin with non-blanchable {discoloration of the skin that does not turn white when pressed}, redness in
a localized area, usually over a bony prominence), from developing after admission for one of four residents
(Resident 1) reviewed for skin-related injuries. OR
Residents Affected - Few
As a result, Resident 1 developed a DTI, measuring 15 centimeters (cm) in length by 17 cm in width in size,
which resulted in delayed healing and a delayed recovery process.
Findings:
On 8/5/24, an announced visit was made to the facility.
A review of Resident 1 ' s admission Record was conducted. Resident 1reviewed. was admitted to the
facility on [DATE], with diagnosis which included multiple falls and chronic kidney disease (when the
kidneys do not filter toxins from the blood adequately).
On 8/5/24, Resident 1 ' s record was reviewed. According to the facility ' s admission Assessment, dated
4/20/24 at 5:38 P.M., Resident 1 ' s skin was intact, except for some bruising identified on the abdomen
(stomach). Resident 1 was continent (able to control urine and bowel movements) of bowel and bladder.
On 8/5/24, Resident 1 ' s record was reviewed. According to the facility ' s document, titled Braden Scale for
Predicting Pressure Sore Risk (an assessment for determining the risk of developing skin injuries), dated
4/20/24 at 6:01 P.M., Resident 1 ' s assessment risk score for developing pressure ulcer was 20, (score of
20 indicates no risk factors). The documented listed the At Risk for developing a pressure ulcer scores to
be: Over 18: No Risk, Low Score: 15-18, Moderate Risk: 13-14, High Risk: 10-12, Very High Risk: 10-12,
Very, Very High Risk: 9 or below.
Resident 1 ' s record was reviewed on 8/5/24. The physician ' s order, dated 4/20/24, Nitrofurantoin
Macrocytal (antibiotic to treat urine infection) Oral Capsule 100 milligrams. Give 1 capsule by mouth every
12 hours for urinary tract infection for 5 days. (medication ended on 4/25/24).
Resident 1 ' s record was reviewed on 8/5/24. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) note, dated 4/23/24, indicated
Resident 1 was examined by the NP and the skin was described as warm and intact, with no rash or skin
breakdown.
A review of the facility ' s Resident Shower Sheets were conducted on 8/5/24. Resident 1 ' s was provided
showers on 4/22/24 and 4/25/24, with documentation, no skin issues were identified. Certified nursing
assistant 2 (CNA 2) provided Resident 1 a shower on 4/29/24, and documented new skin condition in the
groin and buttocks area. CNA 2 documented the nurse was notified.
A review of Resident 1 ' s Change of Condition Evaluation form was conducted on 8/5/24, which was
created by Licensed Nurse 2 (LN 2) on 4/29/24 at 2:25 P.M. LN 2 documented moisture associated skin
damage (MASD- prolonged exposure to various sources of moisture, including urine or stool, characterized
by inflammation of the skin), to right/left groin and to right/left buttocks. The physician and family were
notified.
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5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Resident 1 ' s record was reviewed on date 8/5/24. The physician ' s order, dated 4/29/24, listed a skin
treatment of Nystatin External Powder 100,000 units/gram (an antibiotic powder used primarily to treat
fungus). Apply to left/right groin topically (a medication that goes directly on the skin) every day and evening
shift for MASD for 21 days with a discontinue date of 5/8/24. Collagenase Powder (an enzyme that breaks
down collagen in damaged tissues and helps healthy tissue grow). Apply to left/right buttocks topically
every day shift for MASD for 21 days. Cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply collagen powder then
cover with foam dressing daily for 21 days with a discontinue date of 5/8/24. There was no documented
evidence the physician ordered a low air loss mattress (LAL- a mattress designed to distribute weight over
a broad surface to prevent skin breakdown). There was no documented evidence a dermatology
(physicians ' who specialize in skin disorders) consult was ordered and recommended.
A review of Resident 1 ' s care plans were reviewed on 8/5/24. Resident 1 ' s had independent care plans
developed on 4/30/23, for each site of MASD, titled Alteration in skin integrity related to: MASD left groin,
MASD right groin, MASD left buttocks, MASD right buttocks, which listed interventions such as; assess
progress of skin weekly, change clothes and linens daily and as needed, observe/report any skin irritations,
eruptions, rashes, redness, itchiness to medical doctor, treatment as ordered, dermatology consult if
indicated, keep skin clean and well lubricated. Resident 1 ' s care plan for skin integrity did not list an
intervention related to turning and re-positioning every two hours, or hydration or protein needs.
On 8/5/25 the facility ' s Treatment Administration Record (TAR-a record for documenting skin and wound
treatments) for Resident 1 was reviewed from 4/29/24 through 5/6/25. The skin treatments remained the
same from 4/29/24 through 5/6/24, with no updates or changes in the physician ' s orders.
A review of Resident 1 ' s record was conducted on 8/5/24. The facility ' s Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Task documentation was reviewed from 4/20/25 through 5/6/24. Resident 1 began having incontinence
(inability to control bowel and bladder function) of bowel and bladder on 4/24/24, which continued through
5/6/24. The CNA task did not include an area for documenting the CNAs were turning and repositioning
every two hours.
A review of Resident 1 ' s Weekly Nursing Progress Note, dated 5/2/24 at 3:28 P.M was conducted on
8/5/24. According to the facility ' s Weekly Nursing Progress Note, Resident 1 was awake, alert, and
oriented to person and place. Resident 1 ' s skin condition was documented as, new skin condition noted
on 4/29/24 with MASD to right/left groin and right/left buttocks.
A review of Resident 1 ' s record was conducted on 8/5/24. LN 4 documented a Change of Condition
Evaluation, dated 5/2/24 at 4 P.M., Resident 1, demonstrating a notable generalized weakness/tiredness,
and not wanting to get out of bed. Resident 1 ' s physician was notified, and the physician ordered blood
tests (a sample of blood used to determine medical problems or illness), urine analysis, (a test to determine
disease or infection), and an x-ray (a photograph of an internal body part).
A review of Resident 1 ' s record was conducted on 8/5/24. The facility ' s Wound Consult (WC LN)
examined Resident 1 on 5/3/24 and documented, redness to groin and bottom without openings. The WC
LN made no changes to the skin treatment plan.
A review of Resident 1 ' s record was conducted on 8/5/24. The facility ' s treatment nurse (Tx LN),
documented on Resident 1 ' s Wound Evaluation, dated 5/3/24, Trauma due to MASD in the sacrum (lower
mid-back), measuring 10.2 (length) centimeters (cm) x11 cm (width) x 0.2 cm (depth) with 100%
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Country Manor LA Mesa Healthcare Center
5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
granulation (describes the appearance of red, bumpy tissue in the wound bed, as the wound heals), with
treatment recommendation of NS (normal saline-clear cleaning solution)/ wound cleanser and apply
collagen powder with foam dressing pad.
A review of Resident 1 ' s record was conducted on 8/5/24. According to the physician ' s Progress Note,
dated 5/3/23, Resident 1 ' s physician (MD 1), documented the resident did not currently have the capacity
to understand or make medical decision, with a + decb ulcer (decubitus ulcer, damage to an area of the
skin caused by constant pressure). MD 1 wrote an order for Resident 1 to be sent to the emergency room
to rule out dehydration (low amount of water in the body), versus urinary tract infection (infection in the
urine), versus cerebral vascular accident, (stroke) versus worsening Parkinson ' s disease (progressive
disorder that affects the nervous system).
A review of Resident 1 ' s emergency room record was reviewed on 8/5/24. According to Resident 1 ' s
emergency room records, dated 5/3/24, Resident 1 arrived to the emergency room of the hospital with
complaints of generalized weakness. The emergency room physician documented Resident 1 ' s skin was
dry with no rashes. Resident 1 was given 500 cc (cubic centimeters) of intravenous (IV-fluid that is
administered into a vein) normal saline solution. The emergency room physician ordered and reviewed
Resident 1 ' s blood test, urine analysis, and a negative cat scan (a specialized-detailed x-ray). Resident 1
was then sent back to the skilled nursing facility on 5/3/24, with no new orders.
Resident 1 ' s skilled nursing facility record was reviewed on 8/5/24. According to the facility ' s nursing
Progress Note, dated 5/3/24, Resident 1 returned to the facility at 10 P.M. with no new orders from the
emergency room. While in the emergency room Resident 1 received intravenous fluids. The physician and
family were notified of the resident ' s return.
A Review of Resident 1 ' s nursing facility record was conducted on 8/5/24. The physician (MD 1) added an
order on 5/6/24 at 5:43 P.M. for a low air loss (LAL- a mattress designed to distribute weight over a broad
surface to prevent skin breakdown) Resident 1.
A review of Resident 1 ' s Transfer Form, dated 5/6/34 at 9:30 P.M., was conducted. Resident 1 was sent to
the hospital per the physician ' s order for evaluation of being disoriented and not being able to follow
simple instructions. The family was notified.
A review of Resident 1 ' s medical record for the second hospital examination was conducted on 8/5/24.
According to the hospital medical records, Resident 1 arrived in the emergency room on 5/6/24 at 10:10
P.M., for an altered mental status and failure to thrive. Blood test and x-rays were performed. A hospital
Wound Assessment was conducted on 5/6/2 a 10:50 P.M., which was documented a moisture related skin
breakdown to the sacrum (lower mid back area), defined as an unstageable pressure injury to the
sacrococcygeal (pertaining to both the sacrum and coccyx [bottom of spine] to inner buttocks, measuring
15 cm (length) x 17 cm (width) in size. A Braden Skin Assessment Score of 13 was given, indicating
Resident 1 was at moderate risk. (At Risk 15-18, Moderate Risk 13-14, High Risk 10-12, Very High Risk
10-12, Very High Risk 9 or below).
A continued review of Resident 1 ' s hospital medical records, dated 5/6/24, indicated Resident 1 was
admitted to the hospital with diagnosis of metabolic encephalopathy (a problem in the brain caused by a
chemical imbalance in the blood), secondary to a urinary tract infection (urine culture showed
ESBL-extended spectrum beta-lactamase, an enzyme found in bacteria) and dehydration.
An interview was conducted with Restorative Nursing Assistant 1 (RNA 1-a CNA specialized in
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
transferring, ambulating, and range of motion) on 8/5/24 at 10:42 A.M., RNA 1 stated she recalled assisting
Resident 1 with transfers and toiletry. RNA 1 stated Resident 1 did well at first, but started to be become
more confused each day and no longer wanted to get out of bed, shave, or dress.
An interview was conducted with CNA 1 on 8/5/24 at 10:57 A.M. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 preferred to
sleep in and eat his breakfast later around 10 A.M. CNA 1 recalled Resident 1 ate good at first, but as time
went on, he did not want to eat as much. CNA 1 recalled trying to get Resident 1 to eat a little, even the
daughter tried, but he did not seem interested. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 was more dependent after the
emergency room visit (5/3/24) then before, and he remained dependent for daily care and hygiene care.
An interview and record review was conducted on 8/5/24 at 12:31 P.M., with the Director of Rehabilitation
(DOR). The DOR reviewed Resident 1 ' s documentation for physical therapy and occupational therapy. The
DOR stated Resident 1 was getting services 5 times a week and started out good. The DOR stated he
started walking 75 feet with assistance , but later decreased down to 30 feet, and sometimes refused,
saying he was too tired. The DOR stated when the resident was too tired, they worked with him in his room,
doing bed mobility and transfers. The last recorded day of service was on 5/2/24 because the resident went
out the hospital the next day, and then it was the weekend.
On 8/5/24 at 1:32 P.M., an interview and record review was conducted with the Registered Dietician (RD).
The RD stated Resident 1 was eating 76-100 % of food the first week he was admitted , with a recorded
weight of 202 pounds lbs. The RD noticed the resident ' s food intake had started to decline. The last
documented weight was on 5/6/24, at 188 lbs., which triggered her to evaluate him on 5/7/24. The RD
stated she planned on re-weighing Resident 1 because the weight documented indicated Resident 1 had
lost 14 lbs. in four days (last weight 202 on 5/2/24), which was hard for her to believe. The RD stated when
she returned to work on 5/7/24, she learned the resident had been admitted to the hospital the night before.
An interview was conducted with LN 4 on 8/5/24 at 2:12 P.M. LN 4 stated Resident 1 was transferring
(moving self from bed to chair, to bathroom) and going to the bathroom independently when he first arrived.
LN 4 stated as time went on, Resident 1 needed more assistance with using the bathroom and was not
eating or drinking as much, as when he first arrived.
An interview was conducted with the treatment nurse (Tx LN), on 8/6/24 at 12:30 P.M. The TX LN recalled
Resident 1 developed a MASD, which required daily treatments. The TX LN stated she was informed by an
unknown Certified Nurse Assistant of Resident 1 developing a reddened area in the buttocks over the
weekend on 4/29/24. The Tx LN stated LN 2 informed the physician and LN 2 started the skin treatments
on 4/29/24, per the physicians ' order. The TX LN stated the physician ' s order instructed LNs to providing
daily and evening care of a cleaning, applying Nystatin powder and collagen powder with a foam dressing.
The TX LN stated the MASD was remaining the same, with little improvement, so a Wound Consult was
performed 5/3/24, with the same treatment to continue. The Tx LN stated if an DTI occurred after the wound
consult, she would consider it as an unavoidable wound, due to the resident ' s declining condition of
moving, eating, and drinking. The Tx LN stated the last wound treatment performed on Resident 1 was on
5/6/24 at 3:52 P.M., and the Tx LN, did not identify any changes in wound status, which was still described
as MASD.
On 8/6/24 at 1P.M. a joint interview and record review of Resident 1 ' s shower sheet dated 4/29/24 was
conducted with CNA 2. CNA 2 stated she had assisted Resident 1 with previous showers, but on 4/29/24,
she identified a reddened, skin area in the groin and buttocks. CNA 2 stated she informed the
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055910
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/23/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Country Manor LA Mesa Healthcare Center
5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
charge nurse, who then went to examine the resident. CNA 2 stated she was involved with Resident 1 ' s
care at the beginning of his stay because he wanted to shave and have clean clothes every day. As time
went on, CNA 2 stated the resident no longer wanted to get out of bed or dress. CNA 2 stated Resident 1
was no longer continent of bowel and bladder, and it required two staff members to clean and change him.
An interview was conducted with the Director of Nurses (DON) on 8/6/24 at 1:29 P.M. The DON stated
Resident 1 could have developed the DTI while on the ambulance gurney or during the emergency room
visit on 5/3/24. The DON stated Resident 1 ' s MASD skin treatment continued between the first emergency
room treatment on 5/3/25 and before the hospital admission on [DATE], and the treatment nurse never saw
any signs of a deep tissue injury. The DON stated the facility notified the physician and intervened when
changes in status were identified.
The DON continued, stating the facility had been working diligently on identifying and treating skin issues
all year, which was part of their Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan.
The DON provided me with copies of all skin-related in-services provided to staff prior to 5/6/24.
10/12/23- Providing good peri-care, offering/assisting with toileting/care- Attended: 24 CNAs, and 13 LNs
10/2/23- Prevention of Pressure Ulcers/Skin Management-Attended: 13 CNAs with handouts provided.
2/5/24-Wound Staging, Clean dressing changes-Attended: 17 LNs
4/8/24-Using soap and water to clean patients, informing charge nurse-Attended: 26 CNAs, 2 LNs
An interview was conducted on 8/7/24 at 11:24 A.M., with the facility ' s wound consultant nurse (WC LN),
who examined Resident 1 on 5/3/24. The WC LN stated on the day of her exam, Resident 1 had a MASD
which was a moisture related skin disorder, involving partial skin thickness. The WC LN stated MASD ' s
were warm to the touch and blanched when touched. The WC LN stated a DPI can develop from force or
prolonged pressure which is resembled by a dark purplish dislocation, that is cool to the touch. The WC LN
stated medical issues can contribute to DTI such as diabetes, kidney disease, anticoagulant therapy
(medication that thins the blood) and not moving. The WC LN stated MASD and DTI were two separate
distinctive issues, and one does not cause the other.
The WC LN continued, stating DTI develop from prolonged pressure, such as not moving. The WC LN
stated based on Resident 1 ' s hospital DTI description from 5/6/24, (15 cm x 17 cm), it took over 24 hours
to develop into that size. The WC LN stated DTI do not show up suddenly, and it takes time to develop. The
WC LN stated having a MASD, does not cause a DTI, because they are two separate, individual conditions.
On 8/7/24 at 11:39 A.M., an interview was conducted with MD 1. MD 1 stated he examined Resident 1 on
5/3/24, after staff notified the resident ' s declining mental status, MD 1 stated his primary concern was
ruling out a stroke, dehydration, or something else going on. MD 1 was asked about his documentation on
his Progress Note, dated 5/3/24, for skin indicating + decb ulcer. MD 1 stated he was not a wound
specialist, and he referred all wound care to the wound consultants. MD 1 stated he documented decub
ulcer because he was referring to the MASD and did not see anything other than a moisture-related skin
irritation at the time.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055910
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/23/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Country Manor LA Mesa Healthcare Center
5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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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 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A record review of the facility ' s policy was conducted on 8/5/24. The policy, titled Pressure Ulcers/Skin
Breakdown-Clinical Protocol, dated February 2024, Assessment: 1. The nursing staff and practitioner will
assess and document an individual ' s significant risk factor .3. The staff and practitioner will examine the
skin of a newly admitted residents .Monitoring: 1. During resident visits, the physician will evaluate and
document the progress of wound-healing .
Residents Affected - Few
A record review of the facility ' s policy was conducted on 8/5/24. The policy, titled Nutrition (Impaired)
unplanned Weight Loss-Clinical Protocols, dated September 2017, Assessment: 1. The nursing staff will
monitor and document the weight and dietary intake of resident . Cause: The physician will review for
medical causes of .anorexia and weight loss before ordering interventions .
A record review of the facility ' s policy was conducted on 8/5/24. The policy, titled Acute Condition
Changes-Clinical Protocol, dated March 2018Assessment: .3. Direct care staff, including nursing assistants
will be trained in recognizing subtle but significant changes in the resident .and how to communicate these
changes to the Nurse.Treatment: The physician will help identify and authorize appropriate treatments .
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055910
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/23/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Country Manor LA Mesa Healthcare Center
5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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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.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure insulin injection sites were rotated before
administration for one of four residents (Resident 1), reviewed for pharmacy services.
As a result, there was the potential for Resident 1 to experience increased bruising, pain, and possibly a
decreased absorption of medication due to repeatedly used injection sites.
Findings:
Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses which included diabetes mellitus
(abnormal sugar levels in the blood), per the facility ' s admission Record.
On 8/5/24, Resident 1 ' s clinical record was reviewed:
According to the physician ' s order, dated 4/29/24, Humalog Kwik Pen (a pre-loaded injectable insulin pen),
Subcutaneous Solution Pen-injector 100 units/milliliter (insulin Lispo). Inject as per sliding scale: 70-130 = 0
units; 131-180 = 2 units; 181-240 = 4 units; 241-300 = 6 units; 301-350 = 8 units; 352-400 = 10 units; if over
400 give 12 units and call medical doctor. Give subcutaneous before meals and at bedtime for diabetes
mellitus.
According to the care plan, titled Risk Hypoglycemia/Hyperglycemia relayed to Diabetes Mellitus, dated
4/20/24, listed interventions such as, insulin therapy as ordered.
Resident 1 ' s Medication Administration Record (MAR) was viewed from 4/29/24 through 5/6/24, for
injections sites used for the administration of the Humalog Kwik Pen Subcutaneous Solution Pen-Injector.
The same injection site was used on 5/1/24 at 4:30 P.M. and 9 P.M. by the Licensed Nurse 4 (LN 4), with
the site documented as LUQ (left upper quadrant, in abdominal area). A repeated injection site was used
on 5/2/24 at 4:30 P.M., and 9 P.M. by LN 4 and LN 7, with the site documented as LUQ. The same injection
site was used on 5/4/24 at 11:30 A.M., and 4:30 P.M. by LN 8, with the site documented as LLQ. (left lower
quadrant)
An interview as conducted with LN 5 on 8/6/24 at 1:16 P.M. LN 5 stated she was a medication nurse and
regularly worked the night shift from 11 P.M. to 7:30 A.M LN 5 stated it was important to rotate injection
sites. LN 5 stated rotating injections sites was a standard of practice to prevent bruising, pain and
decreased absorption of the medication being administered. LN 5 stated it was the nurse ' s responsibility
to document the site of injection, so the next nurse could see the documented site and rotate to a different
site.
An interview was conducted with LN 2 on 8/6/24 at 12:49 P.M. LN 2 stated if insulin injection sites in the
subcutaneous tissue were not rotated, the resident might not get the full effect the medication it was
intended for, due to a decreased absorption from repeated injections.
An interview and record review was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 8/6/24 at 1:29 P.M.
The DON stated insulin injection sites should be rotated to prevent infection and increased bruising to the
area The DON stated it was a nursing standard to rotate sites and all nurses should know that. The DON
reviewed Resident 1 ' s MAR from 4/29/24 through 5/6/24 and stated the injection
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055910
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/23/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Country Manor LA Mesa Healthcare Center
5696 Lake Murray Blvd
LA Mesa, CA 91942
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
sites were not routinely rotated and some days Resident 1 was given back-to- back injections at the same
site.
The DON continued, stating the facility ensured all nurses were trained by the consulting pharmacist, upon
hire for medication administration. The DON provided proof of an in-service she provided to medication
nurses, titled Principles of Medication Administration Management, dated 3/25/24 and 3/ 27/24, which
included instructions of insulin injections. The printed handout included appropriate subcutaneous injections
sites and rotating injections site to prevent lipodystrophies (disturbances of fat tissue). Rotate to a different
area with each injection. This will help decrease difference in insulin absorption from day to day. A total of
18 nurses attended the in-service. LN 4 and LN 7 were not on the attendance list.
An interview was conducted with the Pharmacy Consultant (PC) on 8/21/24 at 8:46 A.M. The PC stated she
reviewed all the facility ' s residents ' medications monthly and insulin injection sites would be part of her
review. The PC stated in April 2024, she conducted a Medication Regime Review (MRR) before Resident 1
' s admission date on 4/20/24, so the resident ' s medication record was not reviewed by the time she
submitted her report on 4/25/24. The PC stated if insulin injections were given back-to-back in the same
site, it could cause discomfort to the resident and the injection site might develop a decreased absorption of
insulin. The PC stated it is a standard of practice for injection sites to be rotated.
The facility ' s policy, titled Nursing Care of the Older Adult with Diabetes Mellitus, dated November 2020,
did not given direction for rotating insulin injection sites.
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