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, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure one of two sampled
residents (Resident 1) was informed of the dosage changes for their psychotropic medications.
Residents Affected - Few
* The facility failed to ensure Resident 1 was informed of the decrease in dosage of amitriptyline
(antidepressant medication) and sertraline (antidepressant medication).
* The facility failed to ensure Resident 1's informed consent was obtained prior to administering the
increase in dosage of amitriptyline and sertraline.
These failures had the potential for Resident 1 not be informed of the medications and their potential side
effects.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Psychotropic Medication Use dated July 2022 showed Residents are
involved in the medication management process. Psychotropic medication management includes
indications for use and dose.
Medical record review for Resident 1 was initiated on 5/29/24. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 1's H&P examination dated 2/17/23, showed Resident 1 had the capacity to understand
and make decisions.
Review of Resident 1's Order Summary Report for May 2024 showed the following orders:
- dated 4/14/24, for amitriptyline HCl oral tablet 25 mg one tablet by mouth at bedtime for depression, and
to verify the informed consent obtained by the MD from the resident/RP after the explanation of the risks
and benefits.
- dated 4/14/24, for sertraline HCl oral tablet 75 mg one tablet by mouth one time a day for depression and
to verify the informed consent obtained by the MD from the resident/RP after the explanation of the risks
and benefits.
Review of Resident 1's Order Summary Report for June 2024 showed the following orders:
- dated 6/5/24, for amitriptyline HCl oral tablet 25 mg two tablets by mouth at bedtime for
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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.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056010
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Seal Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center
3000 N Gate Road
Seal Beach, CA 90740
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 0552
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
depression and to verify the informed consent obtained by the MD from the resident/RP after the
explanation of the risks and benefits.
- dated 6/5/24, for sertraline HCl oral tablet 100 mg one tablet by mouth one time a day for depression and
to verify the informed consent obtained by the MD from the resident/RP after the explanation of the risks
and benefits.
Further review of Resident 1's medical record failed to show documented evidence the facility verified an
informed consent was obtained for the increased dosages of the above medications as follows:
- two oral tablets of amitriptyline 25 mg, an increase of one tablet from the order dated 4/14/24.
- one tablet of sertraline 100 mg, an increase of 25 mg from the order dated 4/14/24.
On 6/20/24 at 1000 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the QA
Nurse. The QA Nurse verified the above findings. The QA Nurse verified Resident 1 was receiving
amitriptyline 25 mg two tablets by mouth at bedtime for depression and sertraline 100 mg one tablet by
mouth one time a day for depression. The QA Nurse verified the informed consents for amitriptyline and
sertraline were not obtained from Resident 1 prior to administration of the medications.
On 6/20/24 at 1530 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the DON.
The DON verified Resident 1 was not informed of the GDR attempts and the informed consents for
amitriptyline and sertraline were not obtained from Resident 1 prior to the administration of the
medications.
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Facility ID:
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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
056010
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Seal Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center
3000 N Gate Road
Seal Beach, CA 90740
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 0553
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Residents Affected - Some
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of
care.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure two of two sampled
residents (Residents 1 and 2) were invited to the interdisciplinary team behavior management conference.
This failure had the potential for the residents to not be able to participate in choosing their treatment
options and making decisions in care planning.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Care Planning – Interdisciplinary Team dated March 2022 showed
the resident is encouraged to participate in the development of and revisions to the resident's care plan.
1. Medical record review for Resident 1 was initiated on 5/29/24. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 1's H&P examination dated 2/17/23, showed Resident 1 had the capacity to understand
and make decisions.
Review of Resident 1's IDT Behavior Management forms dated 12/7/23 and 2/22/24, showed the following
attendees:
- Nursing
- Activities
- Social Services
- Psychiatrist/Psychologist
Further review of Resident 1's medical record failed to show documented evidence Resident 1 was
encouraged to participate in the IDT care conferences.
On 5/29/24 at 1250 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the
ADON. The ADON acknowledged and verified Resident 1 did not participate in the IDT meetings. The
ADON stated Resident 1 should have been encouraged to participate in the IDT meetings.
2. Medical record review for Resident 2 was initiated on 6/20/24. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 2's MDS dated [DATE], showed Resident 2 had no cognitive impairment.
Review of Resident 1's IDT Behavior Management forms dated 1/11/24 and 4/4/24, showed the following
attendees:
- Nursing
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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If continuation sheet
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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
056010
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Seal Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center
3000 N Gate Road
Seal Beach, CA 90740
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 0553
- Activities
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
- Social Services
- Psychiatrist/Psychologist
Residents Affected - Some
Further review of Resident 2's medical record failed to show documented evidence Resident 2 was
encouraged to participate in the IDT care conferences.
On 6/20/24 at 1530 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the DON.
The DON acknowledged and verified Resident 2 did not participate in the IDT meetings. The DON stated
Resident 2 should have been encouraged to participate in the IDT meetings.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
056010
If continuation sheet
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Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
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
056010
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Seal Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center
3000 N Gate Road
Seal Beach, CA 90740
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 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Based observation and interview, the facility failed to implement the infection control practices designed to
provide the safe and sanitary environment.
Residents Affected - Some
* The licensed nurse placed the personal belongings on top of the treatment cart.
* Resident 3's nasal cannula was observed on the floor.
These failures had the potential for cross contamination and promote the development of transmission of
diseases and infection.
Findings:
1. On 6/20/24 at 1117 hours, a black jacket was observed hanging on the side of the treatment cart and a
bottle of water was placed next to a saline spray bottle on the top of the treatment cart.
On 6/20/24 at 955 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with the Treatment Nurse
1. Treatment Nurse 1 confirmed those items were her belongings and stated, I was never told not to have
our stuff on the treatment cart.
On 6/21/24 at 1045 hours, an interview conducted with the DON. The DON acknowledged the finding and
further stated that there should be no personal belongings on the treatment cart for infection control
measures. Upon requesting for aP&P on infection control, the DON was unable to provide one related to
the specific finding.
2. On 5/29/24 at 1320 hours, an observation was conducted of Resident 3. Resident 3 was observed lying
in bed. Resident 3's nasal cannula was observed on the floor.
On 5/29/24 at 1325 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with LVN 1. Resident 3's
nasal cannula was observed lying on the floor. LVN 1 verified the findings and stated Resident 3's nasal
cannula needed to be stored in a clean bag for infection control and not on the floor.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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