F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure respect and dignity was maintained for
three residents (Residents 3, 31, and 41).
1. For residents 3 and 41 staff provided feeding assistance while standing.
2. For resident 3, staff did not provide privacy during therapy treatment.
These failures had the potential to negatively affect the emotional and psychosocial well-being of the
residents.
Findings:
1. Review of Resident 3's minimum data set (MDS, an assessment tool), dated 1/6/23, indicated her
cognition was severely impaired and she needed one-person physical assistance for eating.
During a lunch meal observation, on 2/6/23 at 1:23 p.m., Resident 3 sat upright in bed in her room. CNA W
stood beside Resident 3 providing feeding assistance to her.
During a concurrent interview with CNA W, she confirmed she stood while she fed Resident 3. When asked
if she should be standing while feeding a resident she stated, No I should be sitting . I usually do sit when I
feed my residents.
Review of Resident 41's MDS, dated [DATE], indicated her cognition was severely impaired and she
needed one-person physical assistance for eating.
During a breakfast meal observation, on 2/6/23 at 8:34 a.m., Resident 41 sat upright in bed in her room.
CNA V stood beside Resident 41's bed while spoon-feeding resident 41 her breakfast.
During a concurrent interview with CNA V, she confirmed she stood while she fed Resident 3. When asked
if she should be standing while feeding a resident she stated, It does not really matter, I like to stand to feed
her.
During an interview with the infection preventionist/director of staff development (IP/DSD), on 2/10/23 at
10:25 a.m., she stated staff are trained to sit down and be at eye level with residents when feeding them.
She further stated staff should not stand and hover over residents while feeding them.
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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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San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the facility's revised 7/2017 policy Assistance with Meals indicated residents who cannot feed
themselves will be fed with attention to safety, comfort, and dignity; for example, a. Not standing over
residents while assisting them with meals.
2. During an observation, on 2/10/23 at 11:53 a.m., Resident 31, who was in his room with the physical
therapy assistant (PTA) performing exercises, was viewable from the hallway with his blue incontinence
pads on and bare legs exposed to public view.
During a concurrent interview with the PTA, she validated the observation and stated she could have pulled
the cubicle curtain to provide privacy for Resident 31 during therapy treatment. The PTA stated, Sorry it
won't happen again.
During a concurrent interview with the PTA, on 2/14/23 at 8:38 a.m., the PTA stated she was now more
mindful of pulling the curtains to provide privacy to residents.
Review of the facility's revised December 2016 policy and procedure Resident Rights indicated employees
shall treat all residents with kindness, respect and dignity.
Review of the facility's revised February 2020 policy and procedure Quality of Life-Dignity indicated staff
shall promote, maintain and protect resident privacy, which included bodily privacy during assistance with
personal care and treatment procedures.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0582
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of four sampled residents (Resident 145)
discharged from Medicare Part A services received a Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC, a form
given to Medicare recipients notifying that Part A coverage is being terminated and providing information on
how to file an appeal of that decision) letter in a timely manner.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to prevent the resident from filing a timely appeal of the decision to discharge
from Medicare Part A services.
Findings:
Review of Resident 145's clinical records indicated, Resident 145 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]
with a diagnosis of fracture of the neck part of the left femur (broken hip bone). The facility initiated a
discharge of Medicare Part A services on 12/21/2022.
Review of Resident 145's NOMNC letter, dated 12/21/2022, indicated, The effective date coverage of your
current Medicare coverage will end: 12/21/2022. Further review of the NOMNC letter's second page
indicated, I have been notified that coverage of my services will end on the effective date indicated on this
notice and that I may appeal this decision by contacting my QIO . NOMNC issued to RR (responsible
representative) via phone 12/21.
During a concurrent interview and record review of Resident 145's NOMNC letter with the case manager
(CM), on 2/13/2023 at 10:28 a.m., the CM confirmed the notification of the last covered day (LCD - last day
of Medicare coverage) in the NOMNC letter was done on 12/21/2022 by a phone call with the
representative. The CM stated the notification should have been done 48 hours before the LCD.
During an interview with the social service director (SSD), on 2/14/2023 at 12:49 p.m., the SSD confirmed
Resident 145 was a planned discharge. The SSD stated the notification of the LCD in the NOMNC letter
should have been done 48 hours prior to 12/21/2022.
Review of the CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) NOMNC instructions, titled Form
Instructions for the Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC) CMS-10123, indicated, The NOMNC must
be delivered at least two calendar days before Medicare covered services end or the second to last day of
service if care is not being provided daily. Note: The two day advance requirement is not a 48 hour
requirement If the provider is personally unable to deliver a NOMNC to a person acting on behalf of an
enrollee, then the provider should telephone the representative to advise him or her when the enrollee's
services are no longer covered. The date of the conversation is the date of the receipt of the notice.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a organized and sanitary environment for
one non-sampled resident (Resident 116) when the room was disorganized, her tray table used for meals
had chipped areas, and one wooden cabinet drawer was broken.
These failures created a disorganized and unsanitary environment that could pose safety risks for Resident
116 .
Findings:
During an observation, on 2/7/23 at 12:24 p.m., Resident 116 sat in a wheelchair in her room among
multiple personal belongings scattered throughout the room and under her bed, such as dirty or used
clothes, linens, sheets, blankets.
During a concurrent interview, Resident 116 stated she needed help to organize her room and that she
could not do it by herself.
During an observation with the director of nursing (DON), on 2/13/23 at 9:24 a.m., a wooden cabinet next to
Resident 116's personal belongings were still scattered throughout her room and under her bed, such as
dirty or used clothes, linens, sheets, blankets. A wooden cabinet next to Resident 116's bed contained
unlabeled/undated food items that included a half bottle of coffee, some juices, apple sauce, opened salad
dressing, seeds, chips, noodles. Some of the food items were on the floor. The tray table was dirty, with
chipped edges and paint, and was full of food (juices, chips, apple sauce, etc.). The lower drawer of a
wooden cabinet was broken. The DON verified the observation and confirmed the need to organize and
clean the room.
During an observation on 2/14/23 at 8:07 a.m., Resident 116 was in her room with a tray table full of
personal items and a breakfast tray on her wheelchair. Licensed vocational nurse I (LVN I) verified the
observation.
During an interview with ADON B 2/14/23, at 8:18 a.m., ADON B verified unlabeled/undated food on the
floor of Resident 116's room. The ADON B stated, food should be dated. Resident 116 stated, yesterday's
afternoon's assigned CNA was not able to help her clean up and organize her room.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0623
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman,
before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Review of
Resident 6's progress notes, dated 11/27/22, indicated she was sent out to the acute hospital due to
nausea, vomiting and decreased oxygen saturation (measurement of oxygen in the blood).
During a record review and concurrent interview with the social services director (SSD), on on 2/10/23 at
9:50 a.m., the SSD confirmed Resident 6 was not included in any lists faxed to the Ombudsman office for
notification purposes. The SSD stated, . should have faxed the transfer notice .
Review of the facility's revised October 2022 policy and procedure Transfer or Discharge Notice indicated
the facility shall provide a resident and/or resident's representative with a thirty day written notice of an
impending transfer or discharge. A copy of the notice will be sent to the Office of the State Long-Term
Ombudsman.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow their policy and procedure to notify the
Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman (organization that advocates for the residents) when four
of four sampled residents (Residents 6, 135, and 146) were transferred to the acute care hospital or
discharged from the facility without notifying the Ombudsman. This failure had the potential to compromise
the residents' admission, transfer, and discharge rights.
Findings:
Review of Resident 135's clinical record indicated she was transferred to an acute care hospital on [DATE]
following a fall.
Review of Resident 146's clinical record indicated he was discharged from the facility on 12/18/22 AMA
(leaving the facility against medical advice).
During an interview with the social services director (SSD) on 2/9/23 at 8:15 a. m., he reviewed the list of
transfers and discharges for November 2022 and December 2022. He confirmed that Resident 135 had
been transferred to the acute care hospital on [DATE], and Resident 146 had been discharged AMA on
12/18/22. The SSD was unable to provide evidence that the long-term care Ombudsman was notified for
both Resident 135's transfer to an acute care hospital and Resident 146's discharge from the facility.
During a record review and concurrent interview with SSD on 2/9/23 at 8:15 a.m., he provided the list of
residents who were discharged or transferred from the facility during the months of October, November, and
December of 2022. The SSD stated he compiles the resident transfers and discharges during the month
and faxes the list of residents to the Ombudsman at the end of each month. The SSD stated he did not
have the fax verification report for the months of October, November, and December that indicated the
Ombudsman received the notifications. The SSD stated sometimes the fax machine does not always work
and he did not received the fax verification report, which confirmed the Ombudsman was notified. The SSD
confirmed the Ombudsman was not notified of transfers or discharges for 27 residents in October 2022, 18
residents in November 2022, and 22 residents in December. The SSD confirmed the Ombudsman should
be notified of the transfers and discharges of residents in the facility.
Review of the facility's revised October 2022 policy and procedure, Transfer or Discharge Notice,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0623
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
indicated the facility shall provide a resident and/or resident's representative with a thirty-day written notice
of an impending transfer or discharge. A copy of the notice will be sent to the Office of the State Long-Term
Ombudsman.
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0640
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
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 complete and transmit the Minimum Data Set (MDS, a
comprehensive assessment tool) discharge assessment in a timely manner for one of 29 sampled
residents (Residents 126).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure resulted in the resident's discharge assessment not being transmitted and received by the
Center for Medicare and Medicaid System within the time requirement.
Findings:
During the record review and concurrent interview with the minimum data set nurse (MDSN), on 2/14/23 at
2:32 p.m., the MDSN reviewed Resident 126's closed record that indicated he was admitted on [DATE] and
was discharged home on [DATE]. The MDSN confirmed Resident 126's discharge MDS was not completed.
The MDSN stated she would complete and transmit Resident 126's discharge MDS to the Center for
Medicare and Medicaid System.
Review of the Resident Assessment Instrument Process (RAI-guidance and information gathering for
resident's strengths, needs, care plan, and tracking of changes in residents' condition), dated October
2017, indicated, .Tracking Records and Assessments are federally mandated, and therefore, must be
performed for all residents of Medicare and/or Medicaid certified nursing homes .Discharge Assessment
.MDS Completion Date .No later Than discharge date + [plus] 14 calendar days) .Transmission Date No
Later than .MDS Completion Date + 14 calendar days .
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0641
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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 accurately code in the MDS (Minimum Data Set- an
assessment tool) for three of 29 sampled residents (Resident 103, 108 and 90) when the completed and
transmitted MDS did not include:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Resident 103's three fall incidents, one of which resulted in minor injury.
2. Resident 108's functional limitation on one side of an upper extremity.
3. Resident 90's special treatments and procedures.
These ommissions in coding resulted in an inaccurate MDS.
Findings:
1. Review of Resident 103's clinical record with the minimum data set coordinator (MDSC) and the
assistant director of nursing B (ADON B), on 2/8/23 at 4:45 p.m., indicated fall incidents with no injury
occurred on 8/19/22 and 8/25/22; and, a fall incident with minor injury occurred on 11/5/22. Both MDS C
and ADON B verified Resident 103's fall incidents were unaccounted for in Resident 103's MDS, dated
[DATE].
During a concurrent interview with the MDSC, she stated, . will make modification right now.
2. During an observation and concurrent interview with Resident 108, on 2/7/23 at 11:47 a.m., he stated his
left shoulder had movement imitations while he demonstrated how he could hardly raise his left arm.
During an interview and record review with the assistant director of nursing B (ADON B) and director of
nursing (DON), on 2/8/23 at 5:43 p.m., both staff reviewed Resident 108's MDS, dated [DATE], which
indicated he had no impairment or functional limitations in range of motion (ROM) of his upper or lower
extremities.
During an interview and record review on 2/8/23 at 4:45 p.m with MDS C, she confirmed Resident 108 had
left shoulder ROM limitations per clinical assessments and that there was an error in the coding of the MDS
which needed to be revised to indicate he had a left upper extremity functional limitation.
3. Review of Resident 90's clinical record indicated he was admitted on [DATE] and had diagnoses
including end stage renal disease (a condition in which kidneys no longer function normally on their own),
dependance on renal dialysis (a process of removing waste, toxins, and excess water from the blood).
Review of Resident 90's physician orders dated 7/21/21, indicated hemodialysis at an outpatient dialysis
center on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Review of resident 90's MDS, dated [DATE] indicated the following: Section O0100 Special Treatments,
Procedures, and Programs check all of the following treatments, procedures and programs that were
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
performed during the last 14 days. Section J of O0100 Dialysis was unchecked (blank). Section Z The was
coded None of the above, which indicated Resident 90 did not have any special treatments, procedures
and programs that were performed during the last 14 days, which essentially meant Resident 90 did not
have dialysis during the last 14 days.
During an interview and concurrent record review with Minimum Data Set Coordinator Z (MDSC Z), on
2/13/23 at 10:37 a.m., she reviewed Resident 90's medical record and confirmed she had completed
Resident 90's annual comprehensive assessment on 12/26/22 incorrectly. The MDSC Z stated, That was
my mistake . I should check yes on the dialysis section J because he did have dialysis within the last 14
days when this annual assessment was completed.
Review of Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument 3.0 User's Manual Version 1.17.1,
dated October 2019, indicated, The RAI process has multiple regulatory requirements . Federal regulations
at 42 CFR 483.20 (b)(1)(xviii), (g), and (h) require that (1) the assessment accurately reflects the resident's
status.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement
individualized, resident-centered care plans for three of 29 sampled residents when care plans for:
Residents Affected - Few
1. bilateral upper side rails for Resident 6 were not followed,
2. risk for fall/further falls (to provide floor mat and keep bed in lowest position) was not followed for
Resident 66,
3. skin discoloration was not developed for Resident 107.
The failure to developed and/or follow care plans had the potential unmet care needs for residents.
Findings:
1. During an observation with the director of nursing (DON), on 2/14/23 at 10:09 a.m., Resident 6 was in
bed with bilateral side rails placed on the middle part of the bed.
During a concurrent interview and record review, the DON verified the observation and confirmed a
physician's order, dated 12/5/22, indicated, . may have 1/4 bilateral upper side rails up when in bed to assist
resident on bed mobility . The DON confirmed Resident 6's care plan for multiple falls, dated 2/3/23,
included bilateral upper side rails up for bed mobility, repositioning, and transfers. The DON stated the care
plan and the physician's order were not followed.
2. Review of Resident 66's care plan for Risk of fall /further falls due to Left lower limb cellulitis, hemiparesis
( weakness on one side if the body)/hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of the body), contracture (a condition
of shortening and hardening of muscles, tendons, or other tissue, often leading to deformity and rigidity of
joints) of the left and right knees, dated 2/11/21, indicated interventions to keep bed in lowest position when
in bed to lessen impact of fall, and landing mat on floor to reduce impact of fall.
During an observation, on 2/7/23 at 2:19 p.m., with certified nursing assistant Q (CNA Q), CNA Q verified
that, while Resident 66 was in his bed awake, the bed was not in its lowest position and there was no
landing pad (floor mat) on the floor.
During an observation, on 2/9/23 at 10:37 a.m., with certified nursing assistant BB (CNA BB), CNA BB
verified Resident 66's bed was not in its lowest position and there was no landing pad (floor mat) on the
floor.
During an interview and concurrent record review with the assistant director of nursing (ADON B), on 2/9/23
at 1:09 p.m., ADON B reviewed Resident 66's risk for fall care plan that and confirmed the care plan was
not implemented.
3. During an observation, on 2/8/23 at 10:23 a.m., Resident 107 was noted with multiple skin discolorations.
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San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview with certified nursing assistant CC (CNA CC), on 2/8/23 at 10:50 a.m., CNA CC
confirmed Resident 107 had skin discolorations on her right arm.
During a record review and concurrent interview with the DON, on 2/9/23 at 5:05 p.m., after clinical record
reveiw, the DON confirmed Resident 107's skin discoloration was initially identified on 1/31/23, that there
was no follow-up assessment completed thereafter, and there was no documented evidence a care plan
was developed for it. The DON stated, regarding Resident 107's skin discoloration, that the skin
assessment for non-pressure injury should have been completed weekly, and a care plan should have been
developed for it.
Review of the policy and procedure Comprehensive Person-Centered Care Plans, revised December 2016,
indicated a person-centered care plan is developed and implemented for each resident with interventions
derived from a thorough analysis of the information gathered as part of the comprehensive assessment;
assessments of resident are on-going and care plans are revised as information about the residents'
condition change.
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Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide care and services in
accordance with acceptable professional standards of quality for two of 29 sampled residents (Resident 15,
46) when:
Residents Affected - Some
1. Nursing staff failed to clarify an unsafe insulin order for Resident 15, posing a risk of adverse outcomes
such as severely low blood glucose (BG, or blood sugar) for the resident; and
2. Nursing staff failed to identify duplicate orders for Resident 46's Seroquel (generic name: quetiapine, an
anti-psychotic medication to treat mental illnesses), resulting in Seroquel given in excess and more than
prescribed for two months.
Findings:
1. During a medication pass observation on 2/7/23 at 12:31 p.m., Licensed Vocational Nurse L (LVN L) was
observed obtaining the BG level by pricking Resident 15's right ring finger. His BG reading was 142
milligrams/deciLiter (mg/dL, unit of measurement; normal BG is less than 100 mg/dL) at this time. LVN L
stated Resident 15 needed 6 units of insulin (medication to lower BG) for the BG reading of 142 mg/dL.
On 2/7/23 at 12:37 p.m., LVN L was observed drawing up 6 units of Novolog (a rapid-acting insulin that
helps lower mealtime blood sugar spikes) from the Novolog vial and administered it to Resident 15 by
injection.
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention online publication titled Diabetes Basics,
revised 12/30/22, it indicated, Blood sugar levels change often during the day. When they drop below 70
mg/dL, this is called having low blood sugar. At this level, you need to take action to bring it back up.
(https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/low-blood-sugar.html; accessed 2/15/23)
On 2/7/23, a review of Resident 15's medical record indicated a physician's order, start date of 10/10/22, for
Novolog 100 units/mL, inject per sliding scale (SS, a set of instructions for administering insulin dosages
based on specific BG readings): If [BG reading of] 0 - 150 = 6 UNITS, NOTIFY MD IF BS [blood sugar]
<70 AND FOLLOW HYPOGLYCEMIC GUIDELINES . This order breakdown indicated for the nursing staff
to give 6 units of insulin even when the BG was low, such as at 0 mg/dL, or 10 mg/dL.
Further review of Resident 15's medication administration record (MAR) indicated the nursing staff had
been carrying out this order since 10/10/22.
During a concurrent interview and record review with Assistant Director of Nursing A (ADON A) on 2/7/23
at 2:40 p.m., she reviewed the above sliding scale order and stated the nursing staff should have clarified
the SS breakdown order as they should not administer insulin if BG was below 70 mg/dL but to activate the
hypoglycemic guidelines (procedures to manage low BG by assessing the resident for signs and symptoms
and implementing interventions to raise the BG). ADON A acknowledged this was an unsafe order as giving
insulin, as called for by the order, when the resident's BG is low would be lead to severe adverse outcomes
for the resident.
2. On 2/8/23, a review of Resident 46's medical record indicated she had a physician's order, dated
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Residents Affected - Some
9/14/22, for Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours (total 100 mg/day) for vascular dementia (a condition
characterized by memory loss) with behavior disturbance.
A review of a nursing progress notes, dated 11/23/22, indicated, RNP [registered nurse practitioner] from
[company name] here to assess resident with recommendation to increase seroquel to TID [short for three
times daily] . MD [medical doctor] . notified and agreed. Orders noted and carried out.
A review of Resident 46's medical record indicated a new physician's order, dated 11/23/22, for Seroquel
50 mg three times daily (total 150 mg/day) for psychosis related to stroke symptoms. However, the previous
order of Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours was not discontinued until 1/25/23, a period of two months.
A review of Resident 46's November 2022 to January 2023 reflected the nursing staff administered the
Seroquel five times daily (total 250 mg/day) starting 11/28/22, following the Seroquel every 12 hours
(scheduled at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.) and Seroquel TID orders (scheduled at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., and 5 p.m.).
During a concurrent interview and record review with the director of nursing (DON) on 2/9/23 at 12:49 p.m.,
he reviewed Resident 46's electronic health record (eHR) and confirmed Resident 46's Seroquel 50mg
every 12 hours order was not discontinued when Seroquel 50mg TID order was started. He reviewed the
resident's November 2022 to February 2023 MARs and stated, They did not dc [discontinue] it [old order]
back then. He acknowledged the nursing staff should have clarified the orders when there were duplicate
orders on the MARs, and said I don't know what else to tell you. He verified the above-stated MARs
indicated Resident 46 was receiving Seroquel 50 mg 5 times a day.
A review of the facility's policy and procedures titled Administering Medications, revised 4/2019, indicated, If
a dosage is believed to be inappropriate or excessive for a resident, or a medication has been identified as
having potential adverse consequences for the resident or is suspected of being associated with adverse
consequences, the person preparing or administering the medication will contact the prescriber, the
resident's Attending Physician or the facility's Medical Director to discuss the concerns.
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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** 3. Review of
Resident 122's facesheet indicated he was admitted on [DATE]. His brief interview for mental status (BIMS,
an assessment tool for cognition), dated 11/17/22, indicated a score of 15 (intact cognition).
Residents Affected - Few
During the initial tour on 2/7/23 at 2:29 p.m., Resident 122 verbalized, I'm concerned about my medication,
it's not given as it is supposed to be . my Niacin is given when I don't have anything in my stomach . this
medicine makes my stomach upset. Resident 122 stated he was feeling unhappy because of his concerns
regarding his medication, niacin, were not addressed. Resident 122 stated he mentioned his concern about
the administration time for niacin to his nurses, but nothing changed.
During a record review and concurrent interview, on 2/9/23 at 1:02 p.m., licensed vocational nurse X (LVN
X) reviewed Resident 122's physician's order for niacin and confirmed this medication had not been given
with meals. LVN X also confirmed the medication administration record (MAR) indicated niacin was given at
6:17 a.m. and 11:12 a.m that day.
During an interview with the assistant director of nursing B (ADON B), on 2/9/23 at 1:15 p.m., the ADON B
reviewed Resident 122's physician's order sheet (POS), dated 5/30/22, which indicated Niacin 500 mg.
(milligrams, unit of measurement) one tablet three times a day with meals. ADON B, along with the other
certified nursing assistants (CNAs ) at the nurses station stated breakfast was usually distributed around
8:00 a.m. and lunch at 1:00 p.m ADON B stated, if the medication was not given with meals, then the
physician's order was not followed.
Review of the facility's May 2019 revised policy and procedure Competency of Nursing Staff indicated
competency in skills and techniques necessary to care for residents' needs includes but not limited to
competency in areas such as carrying out physician's ordered.
According to the Lexicomp (drug information website), Niacin should be taken with meals. The
Warnings/Precautions, concerns related to adverse effects include: May cause GI (gastrointestinal)
distress, vomiting, diarrhea, or aggravate peptic ulcer; GI distress may be attenuated with a gradual
increase in dose and administration with food. Use is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcer
disease; use with caution in patients with a past history of peptic ulcer. Consider discontinuation if
unexplained abdominal pain/weight loss or other GI symptoms occur during therapy .
(http://online.[NAME].com/lco/action/doc/retrieve/docid/patch_f/7598#f_adverse-reactions).
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure care and services were
provided in accordance with professional standards of practice for three sampled residents (Residents 59,
90, and 122) when:
1. For Resident 90, there was no documentation or monitoring of the cardiac defibrillator.
2. For Resident 59, licensed nurses did not follow the physician's order and care plan to use the bed's 1/4
bilateral upper side rails up.
3. For Resident 122, licensed nurses did not follow the physician's order to administer the medication Niacin
(B vitamin that's made and used by the body to turn food into energy) with meals.
These failures had the potential to compromise the resident's health and well-being.
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Findings:
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
1. Review of Resident 90's clinical record indicated he was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including
presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator (small battery-powered device placed in the chest
to detect and stop irregular heartbeats), obesity, end stage renal disease (kidney failure, kidneys no longer
function to meet the body's needs), dependence on renal dialysis (dialysis: a procedure in which a machine
filters wastes and fluid from the blood), and congestive heart failure (condition when the heart cannot pump
and fill adequately)
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 90's admission Skin Assessment, dated 7/19/22, included a diagram of the front and
back of the human body. The diagram did not identify the presence of Resident 90's implanted cardiac
defibrillator of his upper left chest.
Review of Resident 90's clinical record indicated there was no documentation of the defibrillator's
manufacturer, model number, date of implant, or the cardiologists address and telephone number. There
were no physician orders to monitor Resident 90's defibrillator or observe for signs and symptoms of
defibrillator failure. There was no care plan for Resident 90's implanted cardiac defibrillator.
During an interview and concurrent record review with the assistant director of nursing B (ADON B), on
2/9/23 at 3:15 p.m., she confirmed Resident 90's diagnosis of the presence of automatic (implanted)
cardiac defibrillator. She confirmed Resident 90's clinical records did not contain the defibrillator's
manufacturer, model number, date of implant, or the cardiologists address and telephone number. The
ADON B stated the information should be recorded in Resident 90's clinical record. The ADON B confirmed
there were no physician orders to monitor the defibrillator or observe for signs and symptoms of defibrillator
failure. The ADON B stated nursing staff should monitor residents every shift for signs and symptoms of
defibrillator malfunction. The ADON B confirmed there was no care plan for Resident 90's implanted cardiac
defibrillator and stated a care plan should be developed and implemented for residents with defibrillators.
A review of the facility's policy Care of a Resident with Pacemaker, revised December 2015, indicated to
monitor the resident for pacemaker failure by monitoring for signs and symptoms of bradyarrhythmias (slow
heart rate) which include syncope (fainting), shortness of breath, dizziness, fatigue and confusion. The
policy further indicated for each resident with a pacemaker, to document the following in the medical record:
the name, address and telephone number of the cardiologist; Type of pacemaker; Type of leads;
manufacturer and model; serial number; Date of implant; and Paced rate.
A review of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
website, www.nhlbi.nih.gov, indicated a pacemaker can stop working properly over time because the wires
get dislodged or broken, the battery gets weak or fails, the heart disease progresses, and other devices
have disrupted its electrical signaling.
2. Review of Resident 59's admission RECORD, dated February 10, 2023, indicated, Resident 59 was
admitted with diagnoses including metabolic encephalopathy (a problem in the brain cause by a chemical
imbalance in the blood), and Alzheimer's disease (a progressive disease beginning with mild memory loss
and possibly leading to loss of the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to the environment).
Review of Resident 59's Order Listing Report, dated February 10, 2023, indicated, May have 1/4
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bilateral (both) upper side rails up when in bed to assist resident in bed mobility every shift.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of Resident 59's care plan titled, LONG TERM: Resident 59 is at risk for falls/further falls, multiple
falls, minor and major injuries ., dated 7/28/2021, indicated, May have 1/4 bilateral upper side rails up when
in bed to assist resident in bed mobility, repositioning, and transfers as ordered.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 59's care plan titled, Resident 59 has an impaired physical functioning ADL (activities of
daily living, such as bed mobility, transfer, toileting, eating, or dressing) self care deficit .May have 1/4
bilateral upper side rails up when in bed to assist resident in bed mobility.
During an observation, on 2/6/2023 at 9:41 a.m., Resident 59 laid in bed, asleep, with bed rails raised up at
the middle of the bed.
During multiple observations, on 2/7/2023 at 1:10 p.m., 2/8/2023 at 10:15 a.m., and 2/9/2023 at 8:45 a.m.,
Resident 59 laid in bed with bed rails raised up in at the middle of the bed.
During a concurrent observation of Resident 59's bed rails and interview with the licensed vocational nurse
A (LVN A), on 2/9/2023 at 1:20 p.m., Resident 59 ate with both bed rails raised up at the middle of the bed.
During a concurrent observation and interview with the assistant director of nursing A (ADON A) on
2/9/2023 at 1: 20 p.m., she stated they used the side rails to help resident with bed mobility and transfers.
ADON A confirmed the side rails were fixed to the bed in the middle.
During an observation in Resident 59's room, on 2/9/2023 at 1:26 p.m., two maintenance staff released
both bed rails from the middle of the bed and lifted them up to the upper part of the bed.
During an interview with the certified nursing assistant GG (CNA GG), on 2/10/2023 at 8:33 a.m., she
stated when Resident 59's bed rails were up at the middle of the bed, Resident 59 was unable to transfer.
Certified nursing assistant GG stated when Resident 59's bed rail was moved to the upper part of the bed,
she was able to transfer.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the director of nursing (DON), on 2/10/2023 at 1:30
p.m., the DON reviewed Resident 59's physician order and care plan related to the use of bed rails. The
DON confirmed that having bedrails up at the middle of the bed was not what was ordered and care
planned for Resident 59.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate
catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide appropriate care and services for a
suprapubic catheter (SPC, a type of catheter that is inserted through a hole in an abdomen [tummy] directly
to the bladder [the organ that stores urine] and left in place) when (1) Resident 93's SPC site was unclean
and (2) the urinary drainage bag was not changed as ordered.
This failure in care had the potential for the patient to develop a urinary tract infection (UTI, an infection
caused by a bacteria (germs) that get into the bladder or kidneys (a pair of organs that are on either side of
the spine, just below the rib cage of a person's back).
Findings:
1. Review of Resident 93's hospital DISCHARGE SUMMARY, dated 1/18/2022, indicated Resident 93 had
diagnoses including UTI, chronic (persisting for a long time or constantly recurring) paraplegia (paralysis of
the lower half of the body) and neurogenic bladder (a urinary condition when people lack bladder control
due to a brain and/o nerve problem) with a history of chronic suprapubic catheter placement.
During a concurrent wound treatment observation and interview with the licensed vocational nurse L (LVN
L), on 2/8/2023 at 2:04 p.m., Resident 93's suprapubic site was open to air, with dried crusty brown, black,
and [NAME] matter. The LVN L stated there was no treatment order for the suprapubic site.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the assistant director of nursing A (ADON A), on
2/9/2023 at 9:00 a.m., she reviewed Resident 93's physician's orders and confirmed there was no
treatment order for the suprapubic site until 2/8/2023.
Review of Resident 93's physician order sheet, dated 2/9/2023, indicated, Cleanse suprapubic site with NS
(normal saline), then pat dry, apply dry dressing QD (every day) and PRN (pro re nata, which means as
needed) every day shift, with date ordered on 9/16/2022.
Review of the medication administration record (MAR, a record of medications given and task completed),
for February 2023, indicated, Observe for s/s (signs and symptoms) of infxn (infection) & complic.
(complications) r/t (related to) SP cath (suprapubic catheter): 0.None .8 encrustation (a crust or hard
coating on the surface of something) .on the cath (catheter) site .every shift FOR EARLY DETECTION OF
POSSIBLE INFECTION FOR USE OF SUPRAPUBIC CATHETER, start date was 9/16/2022. Further
review of MAR indicated, all nurses in all three shifts (Days, Evenings and Nights) coded 0 for encrustation,
from 2/1/2023 to 2/8/2023.
Review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Suprapubic Catheter Care, revised October 2010,
indicated, The purpose of this procedure is to prevent skin irritation around the stoma (a surgically created
opening from an area inside the body to the outside) site and to prevent infection of the resident's urinary
tract (organs that make urine and remove it from the body).
2. During a concurrent treatment observation and interview with LVN L, on 2/8/2023 at 2:04 p.m., Resident
93's SPC was connected to a tubing leading down to a urinary drainage bag. The tubing of the
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urinary drainage bag contained whitish and yellowish matter. LVN L stated, they changed the urinary
drainage bag with the tubing every month.
During a concurrent observation of Resident 93's urinary drainage bag tubing and interview with licensed
vocational nurse P (LVN P), on 2/9/2023 at 8:55 a.m., the urinary drainage bag's tubing still whitish and
yellowish matter; however, some yellow areas were of a darker tinge. LVN P stated, they changed the
urinary drainage bag every month and as needed. LVN P stated, . if there are some sediments and
cloudiness in the tubing, it needed to be changed. LVN P stated Resident 93's urinary drainage bag's
tubing needed to be changed.
During another concurrent observation of Resident 93's urinary drainage bag's tubing and interview with
the ADON A, on 2/9/2023 at 9:00 a.m., she stated, . it needs to be changed right away. ADON A confirmed,
the importance of monitoring and following the physician's orders for the care of a resident's suprapubic
catheter due to the risk of infection.
Review of Resident 93's physician orders, dated 2/9/2023, indicated, Change Suprapubic catheter drainage
bag every month & PRN (pro re nata, which means as needed) every evening shift every 30 day(s). The
original dated of this physician's order was 9/16/2022.
Review of Resident 93's MAR for the month of February 2023, indicated, Observe for s/s (signs and
symptoms) of infxn (infection) & complic.(complications) r/t (related to) SP cath (suprapubic catheter): 0.
None .7. Excessive sediments in the SP tubing/drainage bag .every shift FOR EARLY DETECTION OF
POSSIBLE INFECTION FOR USE OF SUPRAPUBIC CATHETER . This MAR also indicated all nurses in
all three shifts coded 0 for number seven, from 2/1/2023 to 2/8/2023. Further review of the MAR indicated
the last SP catheter urinary drainage bag changed was on 1/14/2023.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Catheter Care, Urinary, date revised September
2014, indicated, 1. Changing .drainage bags at routine, fixed intervals is not recommended. Rather, it is
suggested to change catheters and drainage bags based on clinical indications such as infection,
obstruction, or when closed system is compromised.
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of
Resident 90's clinical record indicated he was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including end stage renal
disease (kidney failure, kidneys no longer function to meet the body's needs), dependance on renal dialysis
(dialysis: a procedure in which a machine filters wastes and fluid from the blood), congestive heart failure
(condition when the heart cannot pump and fill adequately), and obesity. Resident 90 was scheduled for
dialysis every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.
Residents Affected - Few
Resident 90's had an arteriovenous fistula (AVF, surgically created connection between an artery and vein
to allow dialysis to occur) in his left forearm.
Review of Resident 90's physician order, dated 2/9/23, indicated to monitor dialysis access site LFA (left
forearm) QS (every shift) for S&S (signs and symptoms) of infection, bleeding, redness, pain, swelling,
discharge (notify MD immediately if noted). There were no physician orders in Resident 90's clinical record
to monitor dialysis access site for bruit (an audible vascular sound associated with turbulent blood flow) and
thrill (vibration caused by blood flowing).
During an interview and concurrent record review with assistant director of nursing B (ADON B), on 2/9/23
at 3:15 p.m., she indicated nursing staff monitor Resident 90's AVF for bruit and thrill on Mondays,
Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturday's before and after dialysis. When asked if the nursing staff check for
bruit and thrill on non-dialysis days, the ADON B stated there was no documentation that nursing staff
checked bruit and thrill on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Sundays for Resident 90. The ADON B stated nursing
staff should check bruit and thrill every shift, every day to assess the AVF.
Review of the facility' s policy Hemodialysis access Care, revised September 2021, indicated Care of AVF's
. h. Check the patency of the site at regular intervals. Palpate the site to feel the thrill, or use a stethoscope
to hear the whoosh or bruit of blood flow through the access.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure: 1. adequate communications with the
dialysis center for one of three residents (Resident 9), when the communication form sections which are to
be filled out by the facility and dialysis center were not completed on numerous forms; and, 2. proper
assessment of dialysis access site as performed every shift for one of three residents (Resident 90). These
failures had the potential of residents having a negative health outcome.
Findings:
1. Resident 9 was admitted with diagnoses which included Type 2 diabetes, end stage renal disease, and
dependence on renal dialysis.
During a review of Resident 9's dialysis communications forms for 12/2022 through 2/4/2023, the forms
indicated some sections, for either the dialysis center or the receiving nurse at the facility, were not filled out
properly:
For December 2022, of the eight forms, six had not been filled out by the receiving nurse and one by the
dialysis center. On the back, eight of the 16 skin assessment sections had not been filled out.
For January 2023, of the eight forms, seven were not filled out by the receiving nurse and two were
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0698
not filled out by the dialysis center. On the back, five of the 14 skin assessment sections were not filled out.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
For the February 2023, there were two forms for when Resident 9 went to dialysis; and, neither of the two
sections of these two forms had been filled out on the front by the receiving nurse, and one had not been
filled out by the dialysis center. On the back, two of the four skin assessment sections had not been filled
out.
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on, 2/10/23 at 9:14 a.m. with RN AA, she stated the top section gets filled out by the
facility nurse before Resident 9 goes to dialysis. The second section is filled out by the dialysis center, and
the bottom section is filled out by the facility nurse who receives him from dialysis. On the back, the top
section is to assess Resident 9's skin before he goes to the dialysis center and the second section is where
the receiving nurse documents the skin assessment upon return. RN AA stated if dialysis does not fill out
their section, we have to call them and then fax the form to them. The dialysis center fills out their section
and faxes it back. The receiving nurse should check to see if it is filled out. Medical records will also check.
Medical records should make sure the form is filled out correctly. If the receiving nurse does not, then
medical records should find out who the receiving nurse was, and have them fill it out.
The facility did not supply a copy of a policy and procedure which addressed the use of the communication
forms.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0726
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way
that maximizes each resident's well being.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure its nursing staff was
competent and knowledgeable about the proper disinfection of shared glucometers (blood glucose meter to
measure and display the amount of sugar [glucose] in your blood) according to the manufacturer's
instructions and accepted professional standards of practice. Seven nursing staff in three out of three
nursing stations, the director of nursing (DON), and the Infection Preventionist/Director of Staff
Development (IP/DSD) did not know about the appropriate disinfectant product to use and/or the allowance
of wet time (the amount of time disinfectants need to remain wet on surfaces to properly disinfect) when
disinfecting shared glucometers.
The failure had the potential for widespread transmission of bloodborne diseases (such as Hepatitis B [a
serious liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus that is most commonly spread by exposure to infected
body fluids], Hepatitis C, and HIV [human immunodeficiency virus, is a virus that attacks the body's immune
system]) among residents.
Findings:
During a review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s Letter to Manufacturers of Blood Glucose
Monitoring Systems Listed With the FDA, dated 12/27/17, it indicated, The disinfection solvent you choose
should be effective against HIV, Hepatitis C, and Hepatitis B virus. Outbreak episodes have been largely
due to transmission of Hepatitis B and C viruses. However, of the two, Hepatitis B virus is the most difficult
to kill. Please note that 70% ethanol solutions are not effective against viral bloodborne pathogens.
(https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/in-vitro-diagnostics/letter-manufacturers-blood-glucose-monitoring-systems-listed-fda
accessed 2/13/23)
According to the online publication titled Infection Prevention during Blood Glucose Monitoring and Insulin
Administration by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dated 3/2/2011, it indicated, An
underappreciated risk of blood glucose testing is the opportunity for exposure to bloodborne viruses (HBV
[hepatitis B virus], hepatitis C virus, and HIV) through contaminated equipment and supplies if devices used
for testing and/or insulin administration (e.g., blood glucose meters, fingerstick devices, insulin pens) are
shared. Outbreaks of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection associated with blood glucose monitoring have been
identified with increasing regularity, particularly in long-term care settings . Whenever possible, blood
glucose meters should be assigned to an individual person and not be shared. If blood glucose meters
must be shared, the device should be cleaned and disinfected after every use, per manufacturer's
instructions, to prevent carry-over of blood and infectious agents.
(https://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/blood-glucose-monitoring.html; accessed 2/15/23)
During a review of the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and disinfecting of the Assure Platinum
glucometer, provided by the facility, it indicated, The meter [glucometer] should be cleaned and disinfected
after use on each patient . our testing confirmed the wipes listed will not damage the functionality or
performance of the meter .[manufacturer] recommends using these wipes to clean and disinfect the
[glucometer]: Clorox Healthcare Bleach Germicidal Wipes, Dispatch Hospital Cleaner Disinfectant Towels,
Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes, CaviWipes . please read the manufacturers' instructions
before using their wipes on the meter. The manufacturer's instructions indicated, To disinfect nonfood
contact surfaces . thoroughly wet surface . allow treated surface to remain wet for a full two (2) minutes .
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0726
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
a) During a medication administration observation on 2/6/23 at 8:36 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse A
(LVN A), a registry nurse, at Station 2, LVN A completed a blood sugar (BS) check on Resident 25 with a
shared glucometer. She placed the glucometer on the top of the medication cart without cleaning or
disinfecting it. At 8:49 a.m., LVN A prepared medications for Resident 9 and brought the unclean
glucometer (same one used for Resident 25) to Resident 9's bedside. After the medications were given to
Resident 9, LVN A was asked by a surveyor to exit Resident 9's room before completion of the BS check.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 2/6/23 at 8:53 a.m., with LVN A, when asked by a
surveyor how the shared glucometer was disinfected between Resident 25 and Resident 9, LVN A stated
she used the alcohol wipes. LVN A stated she did not know the facility's procedure for glucometer
disinfection. LVN A was observed as she reached for the Lysol wipes (a common household disinfecting
wipe typically found at grocery stores) in the medication cart and wiped the glucometer with a Lysol wipe.
LVN A stated she needed to ask a supervisor about the glucometer disinfection procedure because she did
not know. After a few minutes, LVN A returned to the medication cart and stated, They [supervisor] said
Lysol wipe is ok. At 9:08 a.m., LVN A completed the BS check for Resident 9 with the shared glucometer.
b) During an interview on 2/6/23 at 9:45 a.m., with LVN B, at Station 3, when asked about the glucometer
disinfection method, LVN B stated she used alcohol wipes to clean and disinfect it, and the wet time should
be three minutes. She stated the glucometers were shared among residents.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 10:35 a.m., with LVN C (a registry nurse), at Station 1, LVN C was asked
about the glucometer disinfection method, LVN C stated she used Lysol wipes to clean and disinfect it.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 4:05 p.m., with LVN E, at Station 2, LVN E stated the glucometer had been
used for all residents in the nursing station and alcohol wipes had been used to clean the glucometer
between residents. LVN E stated she did not know the wet time.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 5:01 p.m., with RN D, at Station 1, when asked by a surveyor about the
facility's glucometer disinfection method, RN D stated, he used Lysol wipe with a two-minute wet time. RN
D stated he did not remember when an in-service about glucometer disinfection was provided but he
remembered there was one.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 2/6/23 at 5:05 p.m., with LVN E, at Station 1, LVN E was
observed using alcohol wipes to clean a glucometer after a BS check had been completed. LVN E placed
the glucometer inside the medication cart after it had been wiped with alcohol. When asked by a surveyor
how to disinfect shared glucometers, LVN E stated she had used alcohol, or would use Lysol, or whatever
was available in the cart. When asked about the wet time, LVN E stated, It dries by itself.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 5:11 p.m., with LVN F, at Station 2, when asked by a surveyor about the
facility's glucometer disinfection method, LVN F stated she used alcohol wipes, then dried it with a tissue,
and stated it could take 5 to 10 minutes to dry. LVN F stated an in-service on glucometer cleaning was
provided in 2022.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 5:14 a.m. with LVN G (a registry nurse), at Station 3, LVN G stated it was
her first day working in the facility, and she had not completed a BS test yet but had to
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
do one later. When asked how to clean and disinfect the glucometer, LVN G stated she will use alcohol
swabs to clean the glucometer. LVN G showed a small basket which contained the glucometer and the
alcohol swabs. LVN G stated no in-service was given regarding glucometer disinfection upon orientation.
c) During a concurrent interview and record review on 2/6/23 at 4:09 p.m., with the IP/DSD, the IP/DSD
reviewed the facility's binder that contained documentation of nursing staff in-services/training completed
between January 2021 to February 2023. The IP/DSD confirmed there were no in-services/training or
competencies completed by licensed nurses regarding the facility's procedure for cleaning and disinfecting
shared glucometers.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 5:22 p.m., with the IP/DSD, the IP/DSD stated there were no in-services
since 2021. When asked by a surveyor how staff cleaned and disinfected glucometers, the IP/DSD stated,
with the Lysol yellow [package] or purple [top] disinfectant wipes. The IP/DSD stated, We tell the staff to use
Lysol disinfectant. The IP/DSD stated alcohol is not an antiviral or disinfectant and should not be used. The
IP/DSD was asked by a surveyor if Lysol kills hepatitis or HIV, the IP/DSD reviewed the Lysol package
instructions and stated, No, it doesn't. The IP/DSD stated she did not know what the glucometer
manufacturer recommended to use for disinfection. The IP/DSD stated she was not aware that the nursing
staff used alcohol to disinfect the glucometers. She said glucometer disinfection instructions were not part
of the orientation for registry nursing staff.
During a review the product labeling for the Lysol disinfectant wipes, provided by the facility, it indicated,
Kills Salmonella [a bacteria that can cause an infection in the intestinal tract through contaminated water or
food], Influenza A Virus (H1N1) [a virus that causes an infection of the nose, throat and lungs], Herpes
Simplex Virus Type 1 [a virus that causes herpes infection], Staphylococcus aureus [a bacteria found on
human skin], Escherichia coli [E.Coli, a bacteria that is commonly found in the lower intestine] and
Respiratory Syncytial Virus [RSV, a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms] on hard,
non-porous surfaces in 4 minutes . To Disinfect: Allow [surface] to remain wet for 4 minutes. Allow surface to
air dry . The Lysol disinfectant wipes did not contain a disinfectant that would protect against bloodborne
infectious diseases such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, or HIV.
d) During an interview on 2/7/23 at 9:44 a.m., with the DON and IP/DSD, in the presence of the
Administrator and the AIT, the DON and IP/DSD were asked to explain the wet time during glucometer
disinfection and to describe how nurses would maintain wet time. The IP/DSD stated they will wipe [the
glucometer] and let it dry for two minutes. The DON stated, they wipe [the glucometer] with solution, then
leave to dry. When asked by a surveyor, How does the glucometer stay wet?, the IP/DSD reviewed and
read the manufacturer instructions on the Super Sani-Cloth (disposable disinfection wipes for hard surfaces
and medical devices) disinfectant wipe container out loud, Allow surface to remain wet for two minutes. The
DON stated, We will repeat the in-service [for glucometer disinfection].
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0740
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and
services.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure person-centered care and services for one of eight
residents (Resident 248), when a negative behavior was not care planned or monitored. This failure had the
potential of a decline in Resident 248's physical and emotional well-being.
Findings:
Resident 248 was admitted with diagnoses which included Traumatic subdural hemorrhage,
Encephalopathy, Unspecified Psychosis, Cognitive communication deficit, and Unspecified dementia.
During an interview, on 2/7/23 at 11:51 a.m., with Resident 248's family member, he stated he wanted staff
to focus on Resident 248, since she had taken all of her clothes and taken the blankets off of the bed.
During an interview, on 2/9/23 at 1:48 p.m., with registered nurse O (RN O), she stated Resident 248 had
behaviors of talking gibberish, coming close to pulling her feeding tube out, and taking her clothes off.
During an interview, on 2/9/23 at 2:17 p.m. with RN O, she stated Resident 248 had these behaviors since
admission on [DATE]. RN O stated the medication administration Record (MAR, a record of when a
medication is given) indicated monitoring for resisting of activities of daily living (ADL, activities related to
personal care, like dressing, brushing teeth). RN O stated no other behavior was being monitored.
During an interview, on 2/9/23 at 2:44 p.m,. with MDS EE, she stated she did not code Resident 248's
behavior on the minimum data set (MDS, an assessment tool), because the behaviors were not
documented, so she could not code them.
During an interview, on 2/9/23 at 2:50 p.m. with RN O, she stated Resident 248 was started on Seroquel
(an anti-psychotic, used to treat certain mood/behavior disorders) which was ordered/started on 1/11/23,
this was for resisting of ADLs, not taking her clothes off.
During an interview, on 2/10/23 at 8:33 a.m. with physician FF (MD FF), he stated he was aware that
Resident 248 had aggressive behavior, screaming, removing lines, resisting ADL care, and was also aware
of her taking her clothes off. MD FF stated the Seroquel would help with her resisting ADLs and also her
taking her clothes off.
Review of Resident 248's physician orders lacked indication for monitoring Resident 248 for taking her
clothes off. Also, there was no alert charting documentation that indicated Resident 248 had a behavior of
taking her clothes off. Resident 248's orders indicated that Seroquel was ordered for Resident 248 resisting
ADL care, not taking her clothes off.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) Behavioral Assessment, Intervention, and Monitoring,
revised March 2019, indicated,2. Behavioral symptoms will be identified using facility-approved behavioral
screening tools and the comprehensive assessment . ASSESSMENT 3. The nursing staff will identify,
document, and inform the physician about specific details regarding changes . 7.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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1267 Meridian Avenue
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Interventions will be individualized and part of an overall care environment that supports physical,
functional and psychosocial needs . 8. Interventions and approaches will be based on a detailed
assessment of physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms and their underlying causes . The care
plan will include . a. A description of the behavioral symptoms . b. Targeted and individualized interventions
for the behavioral and/or psychosocial symptoms . D. Specific and measurable goals for targeted behaviors
. and how staff will monitor for effectiveness of the interventions. MONITORING 1. If the resident is being
treated for altered behavior or mood, the IDT will seek and document any improvements or worsening in
the individual's behavior, mood, and function.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure controlled medications (those with high
potential for abuse and addiction) were fully accounted when:
Residents Affected - Some
1. Four of four controlled drug sign-in/sign out sheets (a sheet used to reconcile inventory of controlled
medications in the medication cart) by the incoming and outgoing nurses during a shift change were
missing signatures;
2. Random as-needed controlled medication use audits for three of five sampled residents (Residents 13,
14, and 139) did not reconcile. The medications were signed out of the controlled drugs accountability
sheet (Count Sheet, an inventory sheet that keeps record of the usage of controlled medications), but not
documented on the Medication Administration Records (MAR) to indicate they were given to the residents.
These failures had the potential for misuse or diversion (the illegal distribution or abuse of prescription
drugs or their use for purposes not intended by the prescriber) and inaccurate accountability of controlled
medications.
Findings:
1. Four controlled drug sign-in/sign out sheets from random medication carts were reviewed during the
survey.
a) On 2/6/23, at 9:45 a.m., a review of the January 2023 and February 2023 controlled drug sign-in/sign-out
sheets for Medication Cart 3B was conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN B). The review
identified 25 missing initials between 1/1/23 to 1/31/23 and 3 missing initials between 2/1/23 to 2/6/23. LVN
B acknowledged the sheets were incomplete.
b) On 2/6/23, at 10:35 a.m., a review of the January 2023 and February 2023 controlled drug
sign-in/sign-out sheets for Medication Cart 1B was conducted with LVN C. The review identified 43 missing
initials between 1/1/23 to 1/31/23 and 6 missing initials between 2/1/23 to 2/6/23. LVN C acknowledged the
sheets were incomplete.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 2/10/23, at 11:17 a.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), the DON stated each nurse had been expected to verify the correct [controlled drug] counts at each
change of shift every time and both nurses (the incoming and outgoing nurse) were expected to initial the
sheet. The DON reviewed the controlled drug sign-in/sign-out sheets for January 2023 and February 2023
for Medication Carts 1B and 3B and verified they were missing initials. The DON stated, Will re
[repeat]-in-service nurses on the process and will audit all count verification sheets.
A review of facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Controlled Substances, revised April 2019, indicated,
Controlled substances are reconciled upon receipt, administration, disposition, and at the end of each shift.
2. The controlled medication Count Sheets for five random residents receiving as-needed controlled
medications were requested for review during the survey.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
a. Resident 13 had a physician's order for lorazepam (a controlled medication for anxiety) give 1 milligrams
(mg, unit of measurement) by mouth every 8 hours as needed for anxiety, start date 12/27/22.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 2/8/23, at 4:21 p.m., with the DON, a review of
Resident 13's Count Sheet for Lorazepam and the 1/2023 and 2/2023 MARs reflected the nursing staff
removed 1 tablet on 1/25/23 at 1:50p.m., on 1/27/23 at 5:42 a.m., 1/31/23 at 10:30 a.m., and on 2/2/23 at
10:30 a.m. from the medication cart and documented on the Count Sheet without documenting the
respective administration on the MAR. The DON validated the missing documentation.
b. Resident 139 had a physician's order for Norco (hydrocodone-acetaminophen, a controlled medication
for pain) tablet 5-325mg, give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for moderate to severe pain, start
date 1/4/23.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the DON on 2/8/23, at 4:29 p.m., a review of Resident
139's Count Sheet for Norco and the 2/2023 MAR reflected the nursing staff removed 1 tablet on 2/3/23 at
4:07 a.m. from the medication cart and documented on the Count Sheet without documenting the
administration on the MAR. The DON validated the missing documentation.
c. Resident 14 had a physician's order for Dilaudid (hydromorphone, a controlled medication for pain) tablet
8 mg, give 1 tablet by mouth every 8 hours as needed for severe pain, start date 9/22/22.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the DON on 2/8/23 at 4:33 p.m., a review of Resident
139's Count Sheet for Dilaudid and the 12/2022 and 1/2023 MARs reflected the nursing staff removed 1
tablet on 12/29/22 at 7:40 a.m., 12/30/22 at 8:00 a.m., 1/1/23 at 8:00 a.m., 1/2/23 at 8:00 a.m., 1/2/23 at
10:00 p.m., 1/23/23 at 9:00 a.m., 1/24/23 at 12:44 a.m., and 1/28/23 at 9:00 p.m. from the medication cart
and documented on the Count Sheet without documenting the respective administration on the MAR. The
DON validated the missing documentation. The DON stated, I will look for documentation elsewhere in the
chart, it should be on the MAR, sometimes they get busy and forget.
During a follow-up interview with the DON on 2/9/23, at 12:47 p.m., he stated he could not locate
documentation for the missing documentation of controlled medications for Residents 13, 14, and 139.
A review of facility's P&P titled Administering Medications, revised April 2019, indicated, The individual
administering the medication initials the resident's MAR on the appropriate line after giving each medication
and before administering the next dose.
A review of facility's P&P titled Controlled Substances, revised April 2019, indicated, Upon administration:
The nurse administering the medication is responsible for recording . Name of resident receiving the
medication; name, strength and dose of the medication; time of administration; method of administration .
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F 0756
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart,
following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility's consultant pharmacist (CP) failed to
identify and report to the facility irregularities in the residents' monthly drug regimen review (DRR) for two of
29 sampled residents (Residents 15 and 32). Undetected medication irregularities had the potential for
unsafe medication use and/or residents not achieving highest therapeutic outcomes.
Findings;
1. During a medication administration observation on 2/7/23 at 12:31 p.m., Licensed Vocational Nurse L
(LVN L) was observed pricking Resident 15's right ring finger to obtain a blood sample to measure his blood
glucose (BG) level. The BG reading was 142 milligrams/deciLiter (mg/dL, unit of measurement; normal BG
is less than 100 mg/dL) at this time. LVN L stated Resident 15 needed 6 units of insulin (medication to lower
BG) for the BG reading of 142 mg/dL.
On 2/7/23 at 12:37 p.m., LVN L was observed administering 6 units of Novolog (a rapid-acting insulin that
helps lower mealtime blood sugar spikes) to Resident 15 by injection on his abdomen.
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention online publication titled Diabetes Basics,
revised 12/30/22, it indicated, Blood sugar levels change often during the day. When they drop below 70
mg/dL, this is called having low blood sugar. At this level, you need to take action to bring it back up.
(https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/low-blood-sugar.html; accessed 2/15/23)
On 2/7/23, a review of Resident 15's medical record indicated a physician's order, start date of 10/10/22, for
Novolog (a rapid-acting insulin that helps lower mealtime blood sugar spikes) 100 units/mL, inject per
sliding scale (SS, a set of instructions for administering insulin dosages based on specific BG readings): If
[BG reading of] 0 - 150 = 6 UNITS, NOTIFY MD IF BS [blood sugar] <70 AND FOLLOW
HYPOGLYCEMIC GUIDELINES . This SS breakdown indicated for the nursing staff to give 6 units of insulin
even when the BG was extremely low, such as at 0 mg/dL, or 10 mg/dL.
Further review of Resident 15's medication administration record (MAR) indicated the nursing staff had
been carrying out this order since 10/10/22.
During a concurrent interview and record review with Assistant Director of Nursing A (ADON A) on 2/7/23
at 2:40 p.m., she reviewed the above sliding scale order and stated the nursing staff should have clarified
the SS breakdown as they should not administer insulin if BG was below 70 mg/dL but to activate the
hypoglycemic guidelines (procedures to manage low BG by assessing the resident for signs and symptoms
and implementing interventions to raise the BG). ADON A acknowledged this was an unsafe order as giving
insulin, as called for by the order, when the resident's BG is low would be lead to severe adverse outcome
for the resident.
During a telephone interview with the CP on 2/10/23 at 11:08 a.m., when relaying about Resident 15's SS
breakdown order, the CP stated,Is that what the order read? When asked whether she identified and
reported to the facility this unsafe SS insulin order as an irregularity in her monthly DRR, the CP stated, No.
She confirmed she should have identified it as an irregularity.
2. A review of Resident 32's medical record indicated she was admitted to the facility with
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The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0756
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
diagnoses including Type 2 diabetes (an impairment in the way the body regulates and uses sugar as a
fuel).
A review of the physician's orders indicated she had been receiving 4 medications to manage this medical
condition: three oral medications, glipizide, metformin, Actos; and Lantus (a long acting insulin). The
glipizide order, dated 12/23/22, indicated: Glipizide 10 mg [milligrams, unit of measurement], Give 1 tablet
by mouth two times daily related to Type 2 diabetes.
A review Lexi-comp, a nationally recognized drug information resource, indicated to administer glipizde 30
minutes before a meal (preferably before breakfast if once-daily dosing) to achieve greatest reduction in
postprandial hyperglycemia [high blood sugar after meals].
A review of the medication administration record indicated the nursing staff scheduled it to be given daily at
9 a.m., and 5 p.m.
A review of the facility's Meal Service Times indicated: breakfast was from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.; lunch: 12 p.m. to
1 p.m.; and dinner: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
During an interview with the director of nursing (DON) and the CP via speaker phone, on 2/10/23 at 10:45
a.m., the DON stated breakfast is scheduled at around 7:30 a.m., and dinner is at 5 p.m. The DON and CP
verified Resident 32's glipizide was scheduled after breakfast and at around dinner time, and not 30
minutes before meals, as specified by the manufacturer to achieve the best therapeutic outcome for the
resident. The CP confirmed she had not identified it as an irregularity in her monthly DRR and stated she
should have identified it.
A review of the facility's policy and procedures titled Consultant Pharmacist Services Provider
Requirement, dated 11/2017, indicated the CP Communicate to the responsible prescriber, the facility's
medical director and the director of nursing potential or actual problems detected and other findings related
to medication therapy orders . Assist in the identification and evaluation of medication-related issues.
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San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of 29 sampled residents (Resident
46) was free from unnecessary psychotropic medication (drugs that affects brain activities associated with
mental processes and behavior). Resident 46 received Seroquel (generic name quetiapine, an
antipsychotic medication to manage mental illnesses) in excessive doses, higher than prescribed, for 2
months. This failure had the potential for the resident to suffer severe adverse effects such as excessive
sedation, drowsiness, blurred vision, loss of appetite, urinary retention, low blood pressure, seizure,
diabetes, and abnormal involuntary movements.
Findings:
Resident 46 was admitted to the facility in September 2022 with diagnoses including vascular dementia (a
condition characterized by memory loss), aphasia (loss of ability to understand or express speech, caused
by brain damage), hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body), and cerebral infarction (stroke).
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS, a care area assessment and screening tool), dated 9/1/22,
indicated Resident 46 had a BIMS score of 2 (Brief Interview for Mental Status, is a mandatory tool used to
screen and identify the cognitive condition of residents upon admission into a long term care facility. A
score of 0 to 7 suggests severe impairment), indicating she had severe cognitive impairment.
On 2/8/23, a review of Resident 46's medical record indicated she had a physician's order, dated 9/14/22,
for Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours (total 100 mg/day) for vascular dementia with behavior disturbance.
A review of the behavior care plan, initiated 9/15/22, indicated the staff to monitor for side effects related to
the use of antipsychotic medication (Seroquel) including sedation, drowsiness, blurred vision, loss of
appetite, urinary retention, seizure, diabetes, and abnormal involuntary movements.
A review of the psychiatric nurse practitioner's (NP's) Patient Visit Information, dated 11/18/22, indicating
Resident 46 was receiving quetiapine 50 mg every 12 hours but Patient continues to display agitation and
verbal aggression . In the Medication Changes, the NP wrote, Recommend to increase frequency of
quetiapine to 50 mg TID [short for three times daily] due to continued angry outbursts, difficult to redirect.
A review of a nursing progress notes, dated 11/23/22, indicated, RNP [registered NP] from [company name]
here to assess resident with recommendation to increase seroquel to TID . MD [medical doctor] . notified
and agreed. Orders noted and carried out.
Resident 46's medical record indicated a new physician's order, dated 11/23/22, for Seroquel 50 mg three
times daily (total 150 mg/day) for psychosis related to stroke symptoms. However, the previous order of
Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours was not discontinued until 1/25/23, a period of two months.
A review of Resident 46's November 2022 to January 2023 MARs indicated the nursing staff carried
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San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
out Seroquel 50 mg TID starting 11/28/22. There were two entries of Seroquel orders on the MAR: one for
50 mg every 12 hours, scheduled at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.; and one for 50 mg TID, scheduled at 9 a.m., 1 p.m.,
and 5 p.m. The Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours was discontinued on 1/25/23. Thus, for a period of 59 days
from 1/28/22 to 1/25/23, the MARs indicated the nursing staff administered Seroquel 50 mg five times daily
(total 250 mg/day; a high dose) following both Seroquel orders.
Residents Affected - Few
Further review of the above MARs indicated, during this 59-day period, the nursing documented they
administered 115 extra doses from the Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours order: 6 times in November 2022
(from 11/28 to 11/30/22), 60 times in December 2022, and 49 times in January 2023 (from 1/1 to 1/25/23).
According to Lexi-comp, a nationally recognized drug information resource, it indicated the maximum dose
for psychosis associated with dementia was 75 mg twice daily (or 150 mg/day). The resident was receiving
250 mg per day, or 100 mg over this maximum daily dose.
On 2/9/23, the pharmacy delivery records for Resident 46's Seroquel, from September 2022 to survey date
of 2/9/23, was requested for review.
During a concurrent interview and record review with RN AA on 2/10/23 at 8:10 a.m., she reviewed
Resident 46's January 2023 MAR and confirmed she documented she administered both Seroquel every
12 hours and Seroquel TID doses, two doses at 9 a.m. and 1 dose at 1 p.m. on 1/3, 1/13, 1/14, 1/16, 1/20,
and 1/22/23. When asked whether she should have questioned the duplicate orders and actually
administered those doses as documented, RN AA replied, As far as I know, I follow on the eMAR
[electronic MAR] what's on the orders. Yes, I thought it was helping keep her level, I know her history she
gets hysterical .
During a concurrent interview and record review with Licensed Vocational Nurse K (LVN K) on 2/10/23 at
8:23 a.m., LVN K reviewed Resident 46's January 2023 MAR and confirmed she documented she
administered both Seroquel every 12 hours and Seroquel TID doses, 5 times per day (both AM and PM
shifts), on 1/9, 1/18, 1/19, and 1/21/23. She stated, Yes, if I document then I gave it.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the director of nursing (DON) on 2/9/23 at 12:49 p.m.,
he reviewed Resident 46's electronic health record (eHR) and confirmed Resident 46's Seroquel 50 mg
every 12 hours order was not discontinued when Seroquel 50 mg TID order was started. He reviewed the
resident's November 2022 to January 2023 MARs and stated, They did not dc [discontinue] it [old order]
back then. He acknowledged the nursing staff should have clarified the orders when there were duplicate
orders on the MARs, and said, I don't know what else to tell you. He verified the above-stated MARs
indicated Resident 46 was receiving Seroquel 50 mg 5 times a day during the above-stated period.
During a telephone interview with Resident 46's attending physician and Medical Director (MD) on 2/9/23 at
1:44 p.m., he stated he expected the first Seroquel order to be discontinued when the Seroquel TID was
ordered. He stated he had never seen any residents given an order for Seroquel to be given 5 times per
day. He confirmed he would expect the resident to be on Seroquel three times only after the order was
changed on 11/23/22.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the DON and the consultant pharmacist (CP) via
speaker phone, on 2/10/23 at 10:45 a.m., the CP stated she identified the duplicate Seroquel orders for
Resident 46 on 1/25/23, the day the first Seroquel order was discontinued. The CP stated she
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
reviewed the pharmacy delivery records from September 2022 to February 2023 and the corresponding
MARs for those months, the number of doses delivered did not match with the number of times
documented by the nurses on the MARs. Both the DON and the CP stated they did not know and could not
find any information whether the resident came in with her own Seroquel supply in September 2022. The
CP stated she could not conclusively say whether the resident did or did not receive Seroquel 5 times per
day.
A review of the MD's Progress Notes for Resident 46, signed on 2/10/23, the MD wrote, Seroquel dose was
increased to 50 mg tid (from 50 mg bid [meaning twice daily]) in 11/2022 as recommended by the psych
NP . I was informed that the patient was receiving seroquel 50 mg 5 times per day after the dose was
increased by the NP in November. The pharmacist noticed the mistake and corrected the dose to 50 mg tid
in January . there has not been any adverse effects or untoward outcome. Continue to monitor.
A review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled Administering Medications, revised 4/2019,
indicated, If a dosage is believed to be inappropriate or excessive for a resident, or a medication has been
identified as having potential adverse consequences for the resident or is suspected of being associated
with adverse consequences, the person preparing or administering the medication will contact the
prescriber, the resident's Attending Physician or the facility's Medical Director to discuss the concerns.
A review of the facility's Antipsychotic Medication Use P&P, revised 12/2016, it indicated, Residents will only
receive antipsychotic medications when necessary to treat specific conditions for which they are indicated
and effective . All antipsychotic medications will be used within the dosage guidelines .
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F 0759
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
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 the facility medication error rate did
not exceed five percent or greater when observation of 25 opportunities during the medication pass
resulted in three errors. The calculated medication error rate was 12 percent.
Residents Affected - Some
These failures placed Residents 9 and 25 at risk for not receiving the full therapeutic effects of medications
when medications were not given according to the physician's orders and/or the manufacturer's
specifications.
Findings:
1. During a medication administration observation on [DATE], at 8:36 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN A), she was observed drawing 5 units of Admelog (fast-acting insulin, medication to lower blood sugar
level) from the Admelog vial stored in the medication cart. At the resident's bedside, she injected the insulin
in the resident's right upper arm.
A review of the Admelog vial with LVN A shortly after the medication administration revealed it had a small
sticker indicating it was opened on [DATE]. The pharmacy auxiliary label (a label added on to a dispensed
medication package by a pharmacist that displays additional warnings, information, or instructions)
indicated to discard the vial 28 days after opened. LVN A verified the Admelog vial was opened on [DATE]
and would have expired on [DATE].
A review of the Prescribing Information (PI, detailed description of a drug's uses, dosage range, side
effects, drug-drug interactions, and contraindications that is available to clinicians) for Admelog (insulin
lispro), dated [DATE], it indicated, In-use (opened) Admelog vials . should be stored at room temperature
(below 86°F [30°C]) and must be used within 28 days.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 25's clinical record indicated a physician's order, dated [DATE], for
Admelog Insulin, inject as per sliding scale (a set of instructions for administering insulin dosages based on
specific blood glucose readings) three times a day, give within 10-15 minutes before meals.
During an interview on [DATE], at 9:15 a.m., with LVN A, she verified breakfast was given to Resident 25 at
7:30 a.m. When asked if Admelog insulin should be given before or after meals, LVN A stated, It should be
before meals, [at] 7:30 a.m.
2. During a medication administration observation for Resident 9 on [DATE], at 9:07 a.m., with LVN A, she
was observed administering six medications to Resident 9 including 14 units of Humulin N (Insulin NPH, an
intermediate-acting insulin) and 10 units of Humulin R (Regular, a short-acting insulin). The two insulin vials
were stored in the medication cart, at room temperature.
Shortly after the medication administration, a review of the Humulin N and the Humulin R vials with LVN A
reflected each had a sticker that indicated they both were opened on [DATE]. The pharmacy auxiliary label
that indicated to discard vial 31 days after opened. LVN A acknowledged both insulin vials expired on
[DATE].
On [DATE], a review of Resident 9's clinical record indicated a physician's order, dated [DATE],
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F 0759
for Humulin R Insulin, inject as per sliding scale, before meals.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview on [DATE], at 9:15 a.m., with LVN A, she verified breakfast was given to Resident 9 at
7:30 a.m. When asked if Humulin R insulin should be given before or after meals, LVN A stated, I just gave
it, but supposed to be at 7:30 a.m., it should be before meals.
Residents Affected - Some
During a follow-up interview on [DATE], at 12:07 p.m., with LVN A regarding the late administration of
insulin for Residents 9 and 25, she stated, I am aware of the effects insulin was given late, blood sugar was
high and I gave it still because it is better to give rather than not. I understand it was late, by the time I
received endorsement it was already late.
A review of the PI for Humulin N (insulin NPH), dated [DATE], it indicated, When stored at room
temperature, Humulin N vial can only be used for a total of 31 days including both not in-use (unopened)
and in-use (opened) storage time.
A review of the PI for Humulin R (Regular, insulin human), dated [DATE], it indicated, When stored at room
temperature, Humulin R vial can only be used for a total of 31 days including both not in-use (unopened)
and in-use (opened) storage time.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Administering Medications, dated [DATE], the
P&P indicated, Medications are administered in accordance with prescriber's orders, including any required
time frame . Medications are administered within one (1) hour of their prescribed time, unless otherwise
specified (for example before and after meal orders) . The expiration/beyond use date on the medication
label is checked prior to administering.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056212
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
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 two of 29 sampled residents
(Residents 9 and 46) and Residents 13, 25, 45, and 250 were free of a significant medication errors when:
Residents Affected - Some
1. Five residents (Resident 9, 13, 25, 45, and 250) received insulin past the discard (expiration) date. These
failures had the potential for ineffective use of the insulin, resulting in uncontrolled high blood sugar for the
residents; and,
2. Resident 46 received excessive doses of Seroquel (generic name quetiapine, an antipsychotic
medication to manage mental illnesses) more than prescribed for 2 months. This had the potential for the
resident to suffer severe adverse effects such as excessive sedation, drowsiness, blurred vision, loss of
appetite, urinary retention, low blood pressure, seizure, diabetes, and abnormal involuntary movements.
Findings:
1a. During a medication administration observation on [DATE], at 8:36 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN A), she was observed drawing 5 units of Admelog (fast-acting insulin, medication to lower blood sugar
level) from the Admelog vial stored in the medication cart. At the resident's bedside, she injected the insulin
in the resident's right upper arm.
A review of the Admelog vial with LVN A shortly after the medication administration revealed it had a small
sticker indicating it was opened on [DATE]. The pharmacy auxiliary label (a label added on to a dispensed
medication package by a pharmacist that displays additional warnings, information, or instructions)
indicated to discard the vial 28 days after opened. LVN A verified the Admelog vial was opened on [DATE]
and would have expired on [DATE].
A review of the Prescribing Information (PI, detailed description of a drug's uses, dosage range, side
effects, drug-drug interactions, and contraindications that is available to clinicians) for Admelog (insulin
lispro), dated [DATE], it indicated, In-use (opened) Admelog vials . should be stored at room temperature
(below 86°F [30°C]) and must be used within 28 days.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 25's clinical record indicated a physician's order, dated [DATE], for
Admelog Insulin, inject as per sliding scale (a set of instructions for administering insulin dosages based on
specific blood glucose readings) three times a day, give within 10-15 minutes before meals.
During a concurrent interview and record review on [DATE], at 12:07 p.m., with LVN A, she reviewed
Resident 25's Medication Administration Records (MAR), dated [DATE] and February 2023. LVN A verified
the expired Admelog insulin was administered by nursing staff fifteen (15) times since [DATE].
On [DATE], a review of Resident 25's [DATE] and February 2023 MARs indicated Resident 25 was
administered Admelog 28 dosages past the expiration date, from [DATE] to [DATE].
1b. During a medication administration observation for Resident 9 on [DATE], at 9:07 a.m., with LVN A, she
was observed administering six medications to Resident 9 including 14 units of Humulin N (Insulin NPH, an
intermediate-acting insulin) and 10 units of Humulin R (Regular, a short-acting
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COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0760
insulin). The two insulin vials were stored in the medication cart, at room temperature.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Shortly after the medication administration, a review of the Humulin N and the Humulin R vials with LVN A
reflected each had a sticker that indicated they both were opened on [DATE]. The pharmacy auxiliary label
that indicated to discard vial 31 days after opened. LVN A acknowledged both insulin vials expired on
[DATE].
Residents Affected - Some
A review of the PI for Humulin N (insulin NPH), dated [DATE], it indicated, When stored at room
temperature, Humulin N vial can only be used for a total of 31 days including both not in-use (unopened)
and in-use (opened) storage time.
A review of the PI for Humulin R (Regular, insulin human), dated [DATE], it indicated, When stored at room
temperature, Humulin R vial can only be used for a total of 31 days including both not in-use (unopened)
and in-use (opened) storage time.
During a concurrent interview and record review on [DATE], at 12:13 p.m., with LVN A, she reviewed
Resident 9's MAR, dated February 2023. LVN A verified the expired Humulin R was administered by
nursing staff seven (7) times and the expired Insulin NPH was administered by nursing staff five (5) times
since [DATE].
On [DATE], a review of Resident 9's clinical record indicated the following physician's orders:
-dated [DATE], for Humulin R, inject as per sliding scale, before meals and at bedtime
-dated [DATE], for Insulin NPH, inject 14 units subcutaneously (under the skin) in the morning and 12 units
at bedtime every Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday;
-dated [DATE], for Insulin NPH, inject 12 units subcutaneously in the morning and 10 units at bedtime every
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 9's MAR, dated February 2023, the MAR indicated Resident 9 received 10
doses of Humulin R and 10 doses of Insulin NPH past the expiration date, from [DATE] to [DATE].
1c. During a medication cart inspection on [DATE], at 9:45 a.m., with LVN B, at Medication Cart 3B, two (2)
vials of Admelog that belonged to Resident 45 were observed labeled as opened on [DATE] and [DATE],
respectively. Both Admelog vials had a pharmacy auxiliary label that indicated to discard 28 days after
opened. LVN B confirmed both the Admelog vials expired on [DATE] and [DATE], respectively.
During a concurrent interview and record review on [DATE], at 10:19 a.m., with LVN B, she reviewed
Resident 45's MAR, dated February 2023. LVN B verified the expired Admelog was administered by nursing
staff twelve (12) times from [DATE] to [DATE].
On [DATE], a review of Resident 45's clinical record indicated a physician's order, dated [DATE], for
Admelog insulin, inject as per sliding scale before meals and at bedtime.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 45's MAR, dated [DATE] and February 2023, the MAR indicated Resident
45 received 67 doses of Admelog past the expiration date, from [DATE] to [DATE].
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056212
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0760
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
1d. During a medication cart inspection on [DATE], at 9:45 a.m., with LVN B, at Medication Cart 3B,
Resident 13's Novolog (fast-acting insulin) vial was identified with an open date of [DATE]; the pharmacy
auxiliary label indicated to discard it 28 days after opening. LVN B confirmed the Novolog vial would have
expired on [DATE].
A review of the PI for Novolog (insulin aspart), dated [DATE], indicated, Opened [In-use] NovoLog vials can
be stored in the refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) or at room temperature below
86°F (30°C) . throw away all opened NovoLog vials after 28 days.
During a concurrent interview and record review with LVN B on [DATE], at 10:24 a.m., she reviewed
Resident 13's [DATE] and February 2023 MARs and verified the expired Novolog insulin was administered
by nursing staff many times since [DATE].
On [DATE], a review of Resident 13's clinical record indicated a physician's order, dated [DATE], for
Novolog insulin, inject as per sliding scale, before meals.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 13's MAR, dated [DATE] and February 2023, the MAR indicated Resident
13 received 59 doses of Novolog past the expiration date, from [DATE] to [DATE].
1e. During a medication cart inspection on [DATE] at 10:35 a.m., with LVN C, at Medication Cart 1A,
Resident 250's Admelog was dated opened on [DATE] with a pharmacy auxiliary label that indicated to
discard vial 28 days after opened. LVN C confirmed the Admelog vial would have expired on [DATE].
On [DATE], a review of Resident 250's clinical record indicated a physician's order, dated [DATE], for
Admelog Insulin, inject as per sliding scale before meals.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 250's February 2023 MAR indicated Resident 250 received 13 doses of
Admelog past the expiration date, from [DATE] to [DATE].
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Administering Medications, dated [DATE],
the P&P indicated, The expiration/beyond use date on the medication label is checked prior to
administering. When opening a multi-dose container, the date opened is recorded on the container.
2. Resident 46 was admitted to the facility in [DATE] with diagnoses including vascular dementia (a
condition characterized by memory loss) and hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body), and cerebral
infarction (stroke).
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS, a care area assessment and screening tool), dated [DATE],
indicated Resident 46 had a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status, is a mandatory tool used to screen
and identify the cognitive condition of residents. A score of 0 to 7 suggests severe impairment) score of 2,
indicating she had severe cognitive impairment.
On [DATE], a review of Resident 46's medical record indicated she had a physician's order, dated [DATE],
for Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours (total 100 mg/day) for vascular dementia with behavior disturbance.
A review of the behavior care plan, initiated [DATE], indicated the staff to monitor for side effects related to
the use of antipsychotic medication (Seroquel) including sedation, drowsiness, blurred
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056212
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
vision, loss of appetite, urinary retention, seizure, diabetes, and abnormal involuntary movements.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A review of the psychiatric nurse practitioner's (NP's) Patient Visit Information, dated [DATE], indicated
Resident 46 was receiving quetiapine 50 mg every 12 hours. In the Medication Changes, the NP wrote:
Recommend to increase frequency of quetiapine to 50 mg TID [short for three times daily] due to continued
angry outbursts, difficult to redirect.
Residents Affected - Some
A review of a nursing progress notes, dated [DATE], indicated, RNP [registered NP] from [company name]
here to assess resident with recommendation to increase seroquel to TID . MD [medical doctor] . notified
and agreed. Orders noted and carried out.
Resident 46's medical record indicated a new physician's order, dated [DATE], for Seroquel 50 mg three
times daily (total 150 mg/day) for psychosis related to stroke symptoms. However, the previous order of
Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours was not discontinued until [DATE], a period of two months.
A review of Resident 46's [DATE] to [DATE] MARs indicated the nursing staff carried out Seroquel 50 mg
TID starting [DATE]. There were two entries of Seroquel orders on the MAR: one for 50 mg every 12 hours,
scheduled at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.; and one for 50 mg TID, scheduled at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., and 5 p.m. The
Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours was discontinued on [DATE]. Thus, for a period of 59 days from [DATE] to
[DATE], the MARs indicated the nursing staff administered Seroquel 50 mg five times daily (total 250
mg/day; a high dose) following both Seroquel orders.
Further review of the above MARs indicated, during this 59-day period, the nursing documented they
administered 115 extra doses from the Seroquel 50 mg every 12 hours order: 6 times in [DATE] (from 11/28
to [DATE]), 60 times in [DATE], and 49 times in [DATE] (from 1/1 to [DATE]).
According to Lexi-comp, a nationally recognized drug information resource, it indicated the maximum dose
for psychosis associated with dementia was 75 mg twice daily (or 150 mg/day). The resident was receiving
250 mg per day, or 100 mg over this maximum daily dose.
On [DATE], the pharmacy delivery records for Resident 46's Seroquel, from [DATE] to survey date of
[DATE], was requested for review.
During a concurrent interview and record review with RN AA on [DATE] at 8:10 a.m., she reviewed
Resident 46's [DATE] MAR and confirmed she documented she administered both Seroquel every 12 hours
and Seroquel TID doses, two doses at 9 a.m. and 1 dose at 1 p.m. on 1/3, 1/13, 1/14, 1/16, 1/20, and
[DATE]. When asked whether she should have questioned the duplicate orders and actually administered
those doses as documented, RN AA replied, As far as I know, I follow on the eMAR [electronic MAR] what's
on the orders. Yes, I thought it was helping keep her level, I know her history she gets hysterical .
During a concurrent interview and record review with Licensed Vocational Nurse K (LVN K) on [DATE] at
8:23 a.m., LVN K reviewed Resident 46's [DATE] MAR and confirmed she documented she administered
both Seroquel every 12 hours and Seroquel TID doses, 5 times per day (both AM and PM shifts), on 1/9,
1/18, 1/19, and [DATE]. She stated, Yes, if I document then I gave it.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the director of nursing (DON) on [DATE] at 12:49 p.m.,
he reviewed Resident 46's electronic health record (eHR) and confirmed Resident 46's Seroquel 50 mg
every 12 hours order was not discontinued when Seroquel 50 mg TID order was started. He
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COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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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 0760
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
reviewed the resident's [DATE] to [DATE] MARs and stated, They did not dc [discontinue] it [old order] back
then. He acknowledged the nursing staff should have clarified the orders when there were duplicate orders
on the MARs, and said, I don't know what else to tell you. He verified the above-stated MARs indicated
Resident 46 was receiving Seroquel 50 mg 5 times a day during the above-stated period.
During a telephone interview with Resident 46's attending physician and Medical Director (MD) on [DATE]
at 1:44 p.m., he stated he expected the first Seroquel order to be discontinued when the Seroquel TID was
ordered. He confirmed he would expect the resident to be on Seroquel three times only after the order was
changed on [DATE].
During a concurrent interview and record review with the DON and the consultant pharmacist (CP) via
speaker phone, on [DATE] at 10:45 a.m., the CP stated she identified the duplicate Seroquel orders for
Resident 46 on [DATE], the day the first Seroquel order was discontinued. The CP stated she reviewed the
pharmacy delivery records from [DATE] to February 2023 and the corresponding MARs for those months,
the number of doses delivered did not match with the number of times documented by the nurses on the
MARs. Both the DON and the CP stated they did not know and could not find any information whether the
resident came in with her own Seroquel supply in [DATE]. The CP stated she could not conclusively say
whether the resident did or did not receive Seroquel 5 times per day.
A review of the MD's Progress Notes for Resident 46, signed on [DATE], the MD wrote, Seroquel dose was
increased to 50 mg tid (from 50 mg bid [meaning twice daily]) in 11/2022 as recommended by the psych
NP . I was informed that the patient was receiving seroquel 50 mg 5 times per day after the dose was
increased by the NP in November. The pharmacist noticed the mistake and corrected the dose to 50 mg tid
in January.
A review of the facility's P&P titled Administering Medications, revised 4/2019, indicated, If a dosage is
believed to be inappropriate or excessive for a resident, or a medication has been identified as having
potential adverse consequences for the resident or is suspected of being associated with adverse
consequences, the person preparing or administering the medication will contact the prescriber, the
resident's Attending Physician or the facility's Medical Director to discuss the concerns.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056212
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper medication storage
and labeling of medications in three of three medication carts inspected and one of two medication rooms
inspected when:
a) Medication Cart 3B contained eight (8) expired medications, two (2) opened medications without an
open date label, and two (2) test strip (thin plastic strips which measures blood sugar levels) vials opened
without an open date label;
b) Medication Cart 1A contained two (2) expired medications, four (4) opened medications without an open
date label, and one (1) test strip vial opened without an open date;
c) Medication Cart 2A contained two (2) expired medications and two (2) opened medications without an
open date label;
d) Station 3 Medication Room contained one (1) expired emergency kit and one (1) opened Aplisol (a
solution for skin test to help diagnose tuberculosis infections) vial without an open date.
The deficient practices had a potential for residents to receive medications with unsafe and ineffective
medications (reduced potency) from being used past their discard (expiration) date and medication errors
due to medications not being labeled or removed from active stock.
Findings:
a) On 2/6/23 at 9:45 a.m., an inspection of Medication Cart 3B with Licensed Vocational Nurse B (LVN B)
identified a house supply (use for multiple residents) bottle of calcium chewable tablets (used to prevent or
treat low blood calcium levels), which had an expiration date of 10/2022; one expired Novolog (fast-acting
insulin, medication to lower blood sugar level) vial dated opened on 12/9/22; two expired Ademlog
(fast-acting insulin) vials dated opened on 12/3/22 and 12/7/22 respectively; and four opened and expired
latanoprost (used to treat glaucoma) eye drop bottles were . LVN B confirmed the calcium chewable tablets,
Novolog vial, two Admelog vials, and four Latanoprost bottles were expired. Also, a medication cup filled
with loose pills labeled as MagOx (Magnesium oxide, antacid to relieve heartburn) was identified. LVN B
acknowledged the loose pills in the medication cup were not labeled with the medication strength or
expiration date. Additionally, two test strip vials were opened but did not have an open date and one insulin
glargine (Basaglar, a long-acting insulin) pen was opened but was not labeled with an open date. LVN B
acknowledged the two opened test strip vials and the opened Basaglar pen should have been labeled with
an open date.
A review of the Prescribing Information (PI, detailed description of a drug's uses, dosage range, side
effects, drug-drug interactions, and contraindications that is available to clinicians) for Admelog (insulin
lispro), dated December 2020, indicated, In-use (opened) Admelog vials . should be stored at room
temperature (below 86°F [30°C]) and must be used within 28 days.
A review of the PI for Novolog (insulin aspart), dated October 2021, indicated, Opened [In-use] Novolog
vials can be stored in the refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) or at room
temperature below 86°F (30°C) . throw away all opened NovoLog vials after 28 days.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056212
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A review of the PI for Latanoprost drops, dated December 2021, indicated, Once a bottle is opened for use,
it may be stored at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for 6 weeks.
A review of the PI for Basaglar Kwikpen (insulin glargine), dated July 2021, indicated, In-use [opened]
Basaglar prefilled pens must be used within 28 days or be discarded.
Residents Affected - Some
b) On 2/6/23 at 10:35 a.m., an inspection of Medication Cart 1A with LVN C identified a house supply bottle
of omega-3 (fatty acids) capsules, which had an expiration date of 7/2022; and one expired Admelog vial
dated opened on 1/6/23. LVN C confirmed the medications were expired. One medication inhaler Serevent
Diskus (medication for lung disease) inhaler and one Latanoprost eye drop bottle were opened but not
labeled with an open date. LVN C verified the inhaler and eye drop bottle were opened and should have
been dated. Additionally, one Lantus (a long-acting insulin) pen and one Latanoprost eye drop bottle were
unopened but stored at room temperature. LVN C acknowledged room temperature affects the medication.
Also, one test strip vial was opened but did not have an open date. LVN C verified the test strips were good
for 90 days when opened per vial label.
A review of the PI for Serevent Diskus (salmeterol powder), dated February 2022, retrieved indicated,
Discard Serevent Diskus 6 weeks after opening the foil pouch or when the counter reads 0 (after all blisters
have been used), whichever comes first.
A review of the PI for Lantus Solostar (insulin glargine) prefilled pen, dated June 2022, indicated, Unopened
[not In-use] (pen) can be stored at room temperature below 86°F (30°C) for 28 days.
c) On 2/6/23 at 11:37 a.m., an inspection of Medication Cart 2A with LVN A identified 17 expired Florastor
capsules (a probiotic), which had an expiration date of 1/2023. LVN A acknowledged the Florastor capsules
were expired. Additionally, an expired medication inhaler Breo Ellipta (an inhaled medication to treat
breathing problems) was opened on 11/11/22. LVN A verified the Breo Ellipta was expired 6 weeks after
opened. LVN A stated, if used it is bad for health because it is expired. Also, one medication inhaler Trelegy
Ellipta (medication for lung disease) was opened and undated. LVN A acknowledged the inhaler was
undated. She said, I don't know if it is expired because it is not dated, it is important to know the open date
to know if it is expired. One medication inhaler Advair Diskus (medication for lung disease) was opened and
undated. LVN A verified there was no open date and stated, we don't know the expiration date.
A review of the labeling from the manufacturer for Breo Ellipta and Trelegy Ellipta with LVN A indicated to
discard it 6 weeks after opening the foil tray or when the counter reads 0 (after all blisters have been used),
whichever comes first.
A review of the PI for Advair Diskus (fluticasone and salmeterol powder), dated October 2020, indicated,
Discard Advair Diskus 1 month after opening the foil pouch or when the counter reads 0 (after all blisters
have been used), whichever comes first.
d) On 2/6/23, at 12:21 p.m., an inspection of the medication room at Station 3, with LVN B, identified one
expired emergency kit, which had an expiration date of 1/31/23. LVN B acknowledge the emergency kit was
expired. Also, one opened Aplisol vial was identified without an open date. LVN B verified the vial was
undated and stated it should have been dated with an open date.
During an interview on 2/7/23, at 9:44 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated we
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
had an in-service and reordered expired insulins. He said opened medications should be labeled with an
open date and expiration date.
During a telephone interview on 2/10/23, at 10:45 a.m., with the Consultant Pharmacist (CP), she stated, I
do random audits of medication carts and medication rooms every other month, if I find something I remove
it and let the nurse know. The CP stated she was at the facility on 12/14/22 and completed a random
inspection, she removed medications which expired on that day. When asked about the loose MagOx pills
stored in the medication cart in a medication cup, the CP said, I don't know why the nurse did that.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled, Labeling of Medication Containers,
dated April 2019, the P&P indicated, Any medication packaging or containers that are inadequately or
improperly labeled are returned to the issuing pharmacy . Labels for over-the-counter drugs include all
necessary information, such as: The original label indicating the name, strength, and quantity of the
medication; The expiration date when applicable; and Directions for use and appropriate
accessory/cautionary statements.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Storage of Medications, dated April 2019, the P&P indicated,
.outdated, or deteriorated drugs or biologicals are returned to the dispensing pharmacy or destroyed.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Administering Medications, dated April 2019, the P&P indicated,
When opening a multi-dose container, the date opened is recorded on the container.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food was stored, prepared, distributed,
and served in accordance with professional standards for food services safety when:
1. Resident 139's opened condensed milk (a sweetened cow's milk product) was not properly labeled and
stored in the refrigerator (Cross reference F813),
2. An unlabeled bucket of white powder was in dry storage,
3. Cutting boards with deep cuts with stains, food residuals and and loose plastic particles were found on a
clean storage rack,
4. A can opener had black matter on its cutting surface, and
5. A serving scoop storage drawer contained crumbs and orange matter.
Theses failures had the potential to harbor the growth of microorganisms that could cause foodborne illness
or cross contamination of food (cross contamination occurs when unclean surfaces or serving scoops
spread germs to food that may cause foodborne illness) for the residents eating at the facility.
Findings:
1. During an observation, on 2/6/23 at 8:29 a.m., in Resident 139's room, a bottle of half full condensed
milk was on the resident's overbed table without an open date label. Resident 139 stated the bottle of
condensed milk was open for a week.
Review of Resident 139's clinical record included a face sheet (a document that gives a resident's
information at a quick glance, including contact details and a brief medical history) that indicated Resident
139 was admitted on [DATE]. Resident 139's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a resident assessment tool), dated
1/11/23, indicated, Resident 139 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS, a screening tool for
resident's cognitive condition) score of 14, which indicated Resident 139 was cognitively intact.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 9:07 a.m., with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) J, she stated the bottle
of condensed milk had been on the overbed table for about four days.
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 2/7/23 at 9:03 a.m., with Resident 139 in her room, the
bottle of opened condensed milk was still on the resident's overbed table. The back of the condensed milk
bottle indicated, Refrigerate after opening. Resident 139 stated the condensed milk was for her coffee, and
she had been using it.
During an interview, on 2/7/23 at 9:22 a.m., with the Registered Dietitian (RD), she confirmed the
condensed milk should be refrigerated per instruction on the bottle and verified there was no date written
on the bottle to indicate when it was opened. She stated in addition to an open date, resident's name
should be labeled on the bottle. She stated it was not properly stored and should be
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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discarded.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P) Bringing in Food for Residents, revised 6/2020,
indicated, All food or beverages must be labeled and dated with residents' name upon arrival to monitor for
food safety . Any suspicious or obviously contaminated food or beverages will be thrown away immediately.
Residents Affected - Some
2. During a concurrent observation and interview, on 2/6/23 at 9:00 a.m., in the dry storage room with the
Dietary Services Supervisor (DSS), an unlabel a plastic bucket of 4 quarts (qt, a unit of liquid capacity)
contained white powder. The DSS stated it was flour and he confirmed it should be labeled.
During an interview, on 2/8/23 at 1:23 p.m., with RD, she confirmed the bucket of white powder should be
labeled.
A review of the facility's undated P&P Labeling and Dating it indicated, 11. Labeling and dating are to be
done on all items whether they are in refrigerator/dry storage or freezer.
Review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code 2022, Section 3-302.12 indicated, Food
Storage Containers . Identified with Common Name of Food. Except for containers holding FOOD that can
be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding FOOD or FOOD
ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, such as
cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of
the FOOD.
3. During a concurrent observation and interview, on 2/6/23 at 9:07 a.m., with Dietary Aide M (DA M, a
clean cutting board rack contained one green cutting board with dried tomato seeds, one white cutting
board stained with dark brown cuts, and one red cutting board with deep cuts and loose plastic particles.
DA M confirmed the cutting board rack was for clean cutting boards and that the cutting boards should on it
should not have had any of the observed particles on them.
During an interview, on 2/6/23 at 9:10 a.m., with DSS, he confirmed the cutting board rack's green and
white cutting boards should be cleaned, and the red cutting board should be replaced.
Review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code 2022, Section 4-501.12, indicated, Cutting
Surfaces . Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be
resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of
being resurfaced . Cutting surfaces such as cutting boards and blocks that become scratched and scored
may be difficult to clean and sanitize . As a result, pathogenic microorganisms transmissible through food
may build up or accumulate . These microorganisms may be transferred to foods that are prepared on such
surfaces.
Review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code 2022, Section 4-601.11, indicated,
Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils . Equipment food-contact
surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
4. During a concurrent observation and interview, on 2/6/23 at 10:28 a.m., with [NAME] N, she confirmed
black matter could be wiped off from the can opener tip. [NAME] N verified the can opener was dirty and
should be cleaned.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview, on 2/6/23 at 10:30 a.m., with the DSS, he confirmed the can opener was dirty and
needed to be cleaned.
Review of the facility's P&P Can Opener and Base, dated 8/29/2018, indicated, Proper sanitation and
maintenance of the can opener and base is important to sanitary food preparation . Cleaning Procedure: 1.
The can opener must be thoroughly cleaned each work shift and, when necessary, more frequently.
Review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code 2022, Section 4-602.11, indicated, Clean Food Contact Surface . It is the standard of practice to ensure food contact surfaces of equipment shall be
cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred.
5. During a concurrent observation and interview, on 2/6/23 at 10:39 a.m., with DSS, a drawer with clean
serving scoops had buildups of crumbs and orange material along the inside of the drawer. Drawer's
buildup was be wiped off with a paper towel. The DSS confirmed this observation and stated the serving
scoops drawer should be cleaned.
Review of the facility's P&P Cabinets and Drawers, Version 8.27, indicated, Clean cabinets and drawer on a
weekly basis.
During an interview, on 2/8/23 at 1:17 p.m., with DSS, he stated cabinets and drawers should not have old
food particles; and that, he needed to update the cleaning schedules.
Review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code 2022 indicated, Clean - Non-Food Contact
Surfaces . It is the standard of practice to ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free
of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris . Additionally, the presence of food debris or
dirt on nonfood contact surfaces may provide a suitable environment for the growth of microorganisms
which employees may inadvertently transfer to food . If these areas are not kept clean, they may also
provide harborage for insects, rodents, and other pests.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0813
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
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 develop and implement a policy to ensure safe
and sanitary storage, handling, and consumption for the food brought in by family when Resident 139's
room had multiple unlabeled open food items. This failure had the potential to limit the resident rights and
enjoyment of the food brought in by the family (Cross reference F812).
Residents Affected - Few
Finding:
During an observation and interview, on 2/6/23 at 8:29 a.m., in Resident 139's room, a half full bottle of
condensed milk (a sweetened cow's milk product) on the resident's overbed table was without a labeln for
its open dates. Resident 139 stated the bottle of condensed milk had been opened for a week and she
used it for coffee every day.
Review of Resident 139's Face Sheet (a document that gives a resident's information at a quick glance,
including contact details and a brief medical history), indicated she was was admitted on [DATE].
Review of Resident 139's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a resident assessment tool), dated 1/11/23, indicated
Resident 139's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS, a screening tool for resident's cognitive condition)
score was 14, which indicated Resident 139 was cognitively intact.
During an interview, on 2/6/23 at 9:07 a.m., with Certified Nursing Assistant J (CNA J), she stated the bottle
of condensed milk was on the overbed table for about four days.
During an interview, on 2/6/23 at 12:59 p.m., with Registered Nursing (RN) O, she stated the facility did not
have a refrigerator to store resident food and that residents' leftovers were thrown away.
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 2/7/23 at 9:03 a.m., with Resident 139 in her room, the
bottle of opened condensed milk was still on the resident's overbed table. The back of the opened
condensed milk bottle indicated, Refrigerate after opening. Resident 139 stated she had been using the
condensed milk for coffee everday.
During an interview, on 2/7/23 at 9:13 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse P (LVN P), she stated the
facililty did not store food for residents. LVN P stated if a resident could not finish the food brought in by
family after two hours, the food would be discarded.
During an interview, on 2/7/23 9:16 a.m., with LVN B, she stated she was not sure if they could store
leftovers for residents and she had to ask a supervisor.
During an interview, on 2/8/23 9:50 a.m., with CNA R, she stated if family brought food to a resident, such
as a bottle of milk, resident had to finish it or else the facility would throw it out after two hours [arriving at
facility]. CNA R stated the facility did not have a refrigerator to store residents' food, and they did not usually
label resident's food because food would be thrown out after two hours [arriving at facility].
During an interview, on 2/7/23 at 9:19 a.m., with the (Registered dietitian) RD, she stated the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
facility did not want to be responsible for storing or reheating residents' food. The RD sated the facility did
not have a refrigerator for residents' food brought in by family. She confirmed Resident 139 condensed milk
should be refrigerated per instruction on the bottle and verified there was no date written on the bottle to
indicate when it was opened. She stated an open date and resident's name should be on the bottle. She
stated the bottle of condensed mily was not properly stored and it would be discarded.
Residents Affected - Few
A review of facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P) Bringing in Food for Residents, revised 6/2020 , indicated,
Perishable foods or prepared foods are highly recommended to be served to the residents as soon as
possible (within 1 hour of receiving it) to ensure the freshness and to prevent foodborne illness. All food or
beverages must be labeled and dated with residents' name upon arrival to monitor for food safety . Any
suspicious or obviously contaminated food or beverages will be thrown away immediately. The facility's
lacked a P&P and/or guidelines for refrigerated storage of resident's food brought in by family.
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control
program to prevent the spread of infections as evidenced by:
Residents Affected - Some
1. The facility failed to use the proper disinfectant to disinfect shared (used for multiple residents)
glucometers (blood glucose meter to measure and display the amount of sugar [glucose] in your blood)
according to manufacturer's instructions and accepted professional standards for 41 of 41 residents when:
1a. Licensed Vocational Nurse A (LVN A) failed to properly disinfect a shared glucometer during
observation for two of 41 residents (Residents 9 and 25) according to manufacturer's instructions;
1b. Licensed nurses in three out of three nursing stations: LVN B, LVN C, LVN E, LVN F, LVN G and
Registered Nurse D (RN D), did not know the proper disinfectant product to use for the disinfection of
shared glucometers according to manufacturer's instructions; and,
1c. The Infection Preventionist/Director of Staff Development (IP/DSD) did not know the proper disinfectant
product to use for the disinfection of shared glucometers according to manufacturer's instructions.
Furthermore, concurrent interview and record review with the IP/DSD reflected there had been no staff
in-services provided regarding proper disinfection of shared glucometers since 2021.
The facility identified 41 residents that had active physician orders for Finger Stick Blood Glucose (FSBG, a
procedure where the finger is pricked with a poking device to obtain a blood sample to measure blood
glucose level) checks. One out of 41 residents (Resident 90) also had a diagnosis of Chronic Viral Hepatitis
B (a serious liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus that is most commonly spread by exposure to
infected body fluids) at the time of admission on [DATE]. As of 2/6/23, Resident 90 did not have a
designated glucometer and had been given FSBG checks daily with a shared glucometer.
The facility's noncompliance with infection control procedures had the potential to cause the development
and the widespread transmission of bloodborne diseases (such as HIV [human immunodeficiency virus, is
a virus that attacks the body's immune system], Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C) to 41 of 41 residents. It was
unknown when the noncompliance began according to an interview with the DON. Due to the widespread
lack of knowledge of proper disinfection procedures demonstrated by eight (8) nursing staff, including
IP/DSD, the facility needed to take immediate action to correct the non-compliance.
On 2/6/23 at 5:45 p.m., an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ, a situation in which the facility's noncompliance with
one or more requirements of participation has caused, or is likely to cause, serious injury, harm,
impairment, or death to a resident) was identified and declared, in the presence of the facility's
Administrator and Administrator In Training (AIT), due to the facility's failure to ensure that LVN A properly
disinfected a shared glucometer for two of 41 residents (Residents 9 and 25) according to manufacturer's
instructions; failure to ensure LVN B, LVN C, LVN E, LVN F, LVN G and RN D knew the proper disinfectant
product to use for the disinfection of shared glucometers according to manufacturer's instructions; failure to
ensure the IP/DSD knew the proper disinfectant product to use for the disinfection of shared glucometers
according to manufacturer's instructions; and not having staff in-services provided regarding proper
disinfection of shared glucometers since 2021.
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
On 2/7/23, at 3:30 p.m., the Administrator submitted an acceptable IJ Removal Plan ([IJRP], a plan with
interventions to immediately correct the deficient practices).
The acceptable IJRP included the following corrective actions:
1. Identify residents whose blood sugars (BS) need to be monitored. All residents (41 residents) on FSBG
checks will be monitored for the following symptoms (ascites [condition in which fluid collects in spaces
within your abdomen], tremors, confusion, vomiting of blood, blood in the stool and fatigue) per the Medical
Director for 14 days. Resident[s] directly affected will have lab works done on 2/7/2023 for hepatitis B and
C.
2. IP/DSD/Designee in-service and educated facility and/or registry licensed nursing staff (nurses employed
through a contracted agency) on the glucometer manufacturer's guidelines for proper cleaning and
disinfecting and return demonstration done to ensure it is done correctly.
a. Glucometer to be cleaned and disinfected immediately after resident use (Sani-Cloth or equivalent) with
2 minutes wet time.
b. Check if glucometer is in proper working condition prior to use.
c. Daily QA (quality assurance) maintenance of each glucometer and to ensure glucometer is in proper
working condition and if Licensed Nurses are cleaning/disinfecting it according to manufacturer's guidelines
and proper use of recommended wipes.
3. IP/DSD/Designee will randomly perform spot check on all shifts daily × 2 weeks then monthly, and
findings will be reported to QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) Committee.
4. IP/DSD/Designee in-service and education will be completed with the licensed nursing staff prior to the
start of their shift and by 02/07/2023.
5. Corrective Action Plan reviewed at QAPI Committee Meeting on 02/07/2023.
6. A separate glucometer machine was provided for the resident identified with hepatitis, cleaned after each
use and routine QA started. (forms/Sig [signature] attached)
7. Skills competency glucometer cleaning/disinfectant in serviced to Licensed nurse by IP/DSD/Designee.
8. P and P [Policy and Procedure] on bloodborne pathogens updated according to updated systemic
changes and discussed and approved by QAPI Committee.
On 2/8/23, at 9:48 a.m., the Department of Public Health removed the IJ while onsite after the surveyors
verified the facility implemented the facility's IJRP by observations, interviews, and record reviews. The
DON, Administrator, AIT and DSD/IP were informed.
2. The Director of Nursing (DON) and IP/DSD did not know the disinfectant wipe manufacturer's instructions
for wet time (the amount of time disinfectants need to remain wet on surfaces to properly disinfect); and
LVN B and RN H did not allow enough wet time, according to the manufacturer's instructions, during the
disinfection of a shared glucometer for three of 41 residents (Residents 25, 39,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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and 97).
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
3. A nurse (LVN I) failed to perform hand hygiene between tasks during medication administration for one of
6 residents (Resident 72).
Residents Affected - Some
4. Four nursing staff (Certified Nursing Assistants R, S, U and LVN X) failed to wear proper PPE (Personal
Protective Equipment - protective equipment used when caring for patients to prevent the spread of
diseases) when working in facility areas that required them.
5. A nurse (LVN X) failed to take her temperature with a thermometer and screen for COVID-19 upon
entering the facility to start work.
6. Nursing and maintenance staff failed to maintain oxygen concentrators in good working condition for two
of two residents (Residents 15 and 24) with oxygen concentrators when the filters of their oxygen
concentrators had a layer of grayish matter buildup on them.
These failures placed residents at increased risk of healthcare-associated infections.
Findings:
1a. During a medication administration observation on 2/6/23, at 8:36 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse
A (LVN A), a registry nurse, at Station 2, LVN A completed a blood check on Resident 25 with a glucometer.
She placed the glucometer on the top of the medication cart without cleaning or disinfecting it. At 8:40 a.m.,
LVN A moved down the hall to Resident 9's room and prepared medications for Resident 9. She brought
the prepared medications along with the same glucometer used for Resident 25, without wiping it down
first, to Resident 9's bedside. At 8:49 a.m., LVN A administered the medications. After medications were
given to Resident 9, LVN A was asked to exit Resident 9's room before completion of the BS check.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 2/6/23, at 8:53 a.m., with LVN A, when asked how the
shared glucometer was disinfected between Resident 25 and Resident 9, LVN A stated she used alcohol
wipes. LVN A stated she did not know the facility's procedure for glucometer disinfection. LVN A reached for
the Lysol wipes (a common household disinfecting wipe typically found at grocery stores) in the medication
cart and wiped the glucometer with a Lysol wipe. LVN A stated she needed to ask a supervisor about the
glucometer disinfection procedure because she did not know it. After a few minutes, LVN A returned to the
medication cart and stated, They [supervisor] said Lysol wipe is ok. At 9:08 a.m., LVN A completed the BS
check for Resident 9 with the shared glucometer.
1b. During an interview on 2/6/23, at 9:45 a.m., with LVN B, at Station 3, when asked about the glucometer
disinfection method, LVN B stated she used alcohol wipes to clean and disinfect it, and the wet time should
be three minutes. She stated the glucometers were shared among residents.
During an interview on 2/6/23, at 10:35 a.m., with LVN C (a registry nurse), at Station 1, LVN C was asked
about the glucometer disinfection method, LVN C stated she used Lysol wipes to clean and disinfect it.
During an interview on 2/6/23, at 4:05 p.m., with LVN E, at Station 2, LVN E stated the glucometer was
used for all residents at the nursing station and alcohol wipes were used to clean the glucometer between
residents. LVN E stated she did not know the wet time.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 2/6/23, at 5:01 p.m., with RN D, at Station 1, when asked about the facility's
glucometer disinfection method, RN D stated, he used Lysol wipes with a two-minute wet time. RN D stated
he did not remember when an in-service about glucometer disinfection was provided, but he remembered
there was one.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 2/6/23, at 5:05 p.m., with LVN E, at Station 1, LVN E used
alcohol wipes to clean a glucometer after a BS check was completed. LVN E then placed the glucometer
inside the medication cart. When asked how to disinfect shared glucometers, LVN E stated she used
alcohol, Lysol, or whatever was available in the cart. When asked about the wet time, LVN E stated, It dries
by itself.
During an interview on 2/6/23, at 5:11 p.m., with LVN F, at Station 2, when asked about the facility's
glucometer disinfection method, LVN F stated she wiped the glucometer with alcohol wipes and dried it with
the tissue. LVN F stated it could take 5 to 10 minutes to dry. LVN F stated an in-service on glucometer
cleaning was provided in 2022.
During an interview on 2/6/23, at 5:14 p.m. with LVN G (a registry nurse), at Station 3, LVN G stated it was
her first day of work at the facility. LVN G stated she had not completed a BS test yet, but had to do one
later. When asked how to clean and disinfect the glucometer, LVN G stated she would use alcohol swabs to
clean the glucometer. LVN G showed a small basket that contained a glucometer and alcohol swabs. LVN G
stated no in-service was given regarding glucometer disinfection upon orientation.
1c. During a concurrent interview and record review on 2/6/23, at 4:09 p.m., with the IP/DSD, the IP/DSD
reviewed the facility's binder that contained documentation of nursing staff in-services/training completed
between January 2021 to February 2023. The IP/DSD confirmed there were no in-services/training or
competencies completed by licensed nurses regarding the facility's procedure for cleaning and disinfecting
shared glucometers.
During an interview on 2/6/23, at 5:22 p.m., with the IP/DSD, the IP/DSD stated, there were no in-services
since 2021. When asked how staff cleaned and disinfected glucometers, the IP/DSD stated, with the Lysol
yellow [package] or purple [top] disinfectant wipes. The IP/DSD stated, We tell the staff to use Lysol
disinfectant. The IP/DSD stated alcohol is not an antiviral (A drug used to treat infections caused by
viruses) or disinfectant and should not be used. The IP/DSD was asked by a surveyor if Lysol kills hepatitis
or HIV, the IP/DSD reviewed the Lysol package instructions and stated, No, it doesn't. The IP/DSD stated
she did not know what the glucometer manufacturer recommended to use for disinfection of the glucometer.
The IP/DSD stated she was not aware that the nursing staff used alcohol to disinfect the glucometers. She
said glucometer disinfection instructions were not part of the orientation for registry nursing staff.
During a review the product labeling for the Lysol disinfectant wipes provided by the facility, it indicated, Kills
Salmonella [a bacteria that can cause an infection in the intestinal tract through contaminated water or
food], Influenza A Virus (H1N1) [a virus that causes an infection of the nose, throat and lungs], Herpes
Simplex Virus Type 1 [a virus that causes herpes infection], Staphylococcus aureus [a bacteria found on
human skin], Escherichia coli [E.Coli, a bacteria that is commonly found in the lower intestine] and
Respiratory Syncytial Virus [RSV, a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms] on hard,
non-porous surfaces in 4 minutes .To Disinfect: Allow [surface] to remain wet for 4 minutes. Allow surface to
air dry . The Lysol disinfectant wipes did not contain a disinfectant that would protect against bloodborne
infectious diseases such as Hepatitis B,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0880
Hepatitis C, or HIV.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
On 2/6/23, the facility provided a list of residents with physician's orders for FSBG in the facility. The list
identified 41 residents.
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 90's admission Record, dated 7/19/21, it indicated, Resident 90 was admitted
to the facility with diagnoses including Chronic Viral Hepatitis B and Diabetes.
Resident 90 had a BIMS of 15 (Brief Interview for Mental Status, is an assessment tool used to screen and
identify the cognitive condition of residents upon admission into a long term care facility. A score of 13 to 15
suggests the patient is cognitively intact, 8 to 12 suggests moderately impaired and 0 to 7 suggests severe
impairment), which indicated he was cognitively intact.
During an interview with Resident 90 on 2/6/23, at 4:40 p.m., he stated his BS was checked daily. When
asked whether he had his own glucometer, Resident 90 stated, No, the girls [nurses] use the machine they
have here. I don't have my own machine.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Cleaning and Disinfection of
Resident-Care Items and Equipment, dated October 2018, the P&P indicated, Reusable items are cleaned
and disinfected or sterilized between residents . Reusable resident care equipment will be decontaminated
and/or sterilized between residents according to manufacturers' instructions.
During a review of the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Letter to Manufacturers of Blood Glucose
Monitoring Systems Listed With the FDA, dated 12/27/17, it indicated, The disinfection solvent you choose
should be effective against HIV, Hepatitis C, and Hepatitis B virus. Outbreak episodes have been largely
due to transmission of Hepatitis B and C viruses. However, of the two, Hepatitis B virus is the most difficult
to kill. Please note that 70% ethanol (alcohol) solutions are not effective against viral bloodborne
pathogens.
(https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/in-vitro-diagnostics/letter-manufacturers-blood-glucose-monitoring-systems-listed-fda
According to the online publication titled Infection Prevention during Blood Glucose Monitoring and Insulin
Administration by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dated 3/2/2011, it indicated, An
underappreciated risk of blood glucose testing is the opportunity for exposure to bloodborne viruses (HBV
[hepatitis B virus], hepatitis C virus, and HIV) through contaminated equipment and supplies if devices used
for testing and/or insulin (medication to lower blood glucose) administration (e.g., blood glucose meters,
fingerstick devices, insulin pens) are shared. Outbreaks of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection associated with
blood glucose monitoring have been identified with increasing regularity, particularly in long-term care
settings . Blood glucose meters are devices that measure blood glucose levels. Whenever possible, blood
glucose meters should be assigned to an individual person and not be shared. If blood glucose meters
must be shared, the device should be cleaned and disinfected after every use, per manufacturer's
instructions, to prevent carry-over of blood and infectious agents.
(https://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/blood-glucose-monitoring.html)
During a review of the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and disinfecting of the glucometer provided
by the facility, it indicated, The meter [glucometer] should be cleaned and disinfected after use on each
patient . our testing confirmed the wipes listed will not damage the functionality or performance of the meter
. [manufacturer] recommends using these wipes to clean and disinfect the [glucometer]: Clorox Healthcare
Bleach Germicidal Wipes, Dispatch Hospital Cleaner Disinfectant Towels, Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal
Disposable Wipes, CaviWipes . please read the manufacturers'
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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Residents Affected - Some
instructions before using their wipes on the meter. The manufacturer's instructions indicated, To disinfect
nonfood contact surfaces . thoroughly wet surface . allow treated surface to remain wet for a full two (2)
minutes .
2. During an interview on 2/7/23, at 9:44 a.m., with the DON and IP/DSD, the DON and IP/DSD were asked
to explain the wet time during glucometer disinfection and to describe how nurses would maintain wet time.
The IP/DSD stated they will wipe [the glucometer] and let it dry for two minutes. The DON stated, they wipe
[the glucometer] with solution, then leave to dry. When asked, How does the glucometer stay wet?, the
IP/DSD reviewed and read the manufacturer instructions on the Super Sani-Cloth (disposable disinfection
wipes for hard surfaces and medical devices) disinfectant wipe container out loud, allow surface to remain
wet for two minutes. The DON stated, We will repeat the in-service [for glucometer disinfection]. When
asked how long the nursing staff had been using alcohol swab or Lysol to disinfect the glucometers, the
DON stated, I do not know when it started .when I started [employment here], we were supposed to use
Sani-Cloth . when I started in December 2022, I did a spot check and we had Sani-Cloth; so in my mind,
the nurses were using that . the Lysol is new to me.
During an interview on 2/7/23 at 9:55 a.m. with the DON, he stated the manufacturer instructions for the
sanitizing wipes indicated the wet time is 2 minutes; so, we wipe the glucometer and let it sit for two minutes
to let it dry before it can be used again (instead of properly keeping it wet for the two minutes).
During an observation on 2/7/23, at 11:42 a.m., with LVN B, at Station 2, LVN B completed a BS check for
Resident 39. LVN B wiped the glucometer with a Sani-Cloth disposable wipe for approximately 30 seconds
before she proceeded to perform a BS check for Resident 25. After completion of the BS check, LVN B
wiped the glucometer with a Sani-Cloth disposable wipe for approximately 30 seconds.
During an interview on 2/7/23, at 12:00 p.m., LVN B stated she was given an in-service about glucometer
disinfection, was instructed to wipe it for two minutes with the Purple wipe [Sani-Cloth] and to let it air dry.
LVN B said she did not understand why the glucometer needed to stay wet. LVN B stated she thought that
letting the glucometer dry was included in the two minutes,
During a concurrent observation and interview on 2/7/23, at 12:09 p.m., with RN H, at Station 2, RN H
completed a BS check for Resident 97. RN H wiped the glucometer with a Sani-Cloth disposable wipe for
approximately 30 seconds. RN H stated, We had an in-service yesterday on how to wipe the glucometer
with Sani-Cloth wipes . I knew that already . wipe for two minutes . then let air dry . important to keep it wet
to remove microorganisms and sanitize . I did not time it . I let it wet for about 1 minute.
During a review of the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and disinfecting of the glucometer provided
by the facility, it indicated, To disinfect nonfood contact surfaces . thoroughly wet surface . allow treated
surface to remain wet for a full two (2) minutes .
3. During a medication administration observation on 2/8/23, at 8:19 a.m., with LVN I, at Station 3, LVN I
prepared medications for Resident 72. LVN I went into Resident 72's room, put on new gloves at bedside,
touched the bed remote to elevate the head of bed and turned off the feeding pump (machine that delivers
nutrition into the stomach) with her right gloved hand. LVN I proceeded to administer medications to
Resident 72 via the G-tube (a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition and medications
directly to the stomach) without changing gloves.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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F 0880
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
During an interview on 2/8/23 at 8:44 a.m., with LVN I, LVN I acknowledged she should have changed
gloves after touching the bed remote and feeding pump.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Handwashing/Hand Hygiene, dated 5/2020, the P&P indicated,
Handwashing: soap .and water for the following situations . Before preparing or handling medications . After
contact with objects (e.g. [example] medical equipment) in the immediate vicinity of the resident .
Residents Affected - Some
4a. During an observation on 2/6/23 at 5:28 p.m., certified nursing assistant (CNA) R was observed inside
an isolation resident room wearing a face mask and gloves. The signs outside of the isolation room
indicated anyone entering the room should wear face mask, face shield, gown, and gloves.
During an interview on 2/6/23 at 5:28 p.m., with RN D, RN D stated, the room was still in isolation;
therefore, CNA R should have had on the required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment - protective
equipment used when caring for patients to prevent the spread of diseases) as posted.
During an interview on 2/7/23 at 10:56 a.m. with CNA R, CNA R stated, regarding her entrance into an
isolation room yesterday evening, in addition to the PPE she had on, she should have had a gown and face
shield on. CNA R stated there was an isolation cart outside of the room, and one of the residents in the
room was COVID-19 positive. She accidentally went in the room without proper PPE.
4b. During an observation on 2/8/2023 at 1:20 p.m., CNA S went inside the isolation room wearing an N95
(a particulate-filtering facepiece respirator that filters at least 95% of airborne particles) only. CNA S picked
up the lunch tray from Bed A, went outside carrying the tray with her bare hands, walked along the hallway
and passed the tray to another CNA. There were three postings near the outside the isolation room. The
first post indicated, STOP, CHECK WITH CHARGE NURSE BEFORE ENTERING ROOM. VISIT NURSE. It
also had pictures of a surgical mask, N95, Gloves, Face shield, and Disposable Gowns. The second post
indicated, STOP Transmission Based Precautions STOP. Donning. 1. Hand Hygiene; 2. Gown; 3. Mask; 4.
Goggles/Face shield; 5. Gloves. The third posting indicated, STOP Transmission Based Precaution STOP.
DOFFING. 1. Gloves; 2. Goggles/Face shield; 3. Gown; 4. Mask; 5. Hand Hygiene. There was an isolation
drawer (storage unit containing PPE, such as gowns, gloves, face shields and masks) near the outside the
isolation room with a sign that indicated, RED ZONE (a dedicated area for COVID-19 residents).
During an interview with CNA S, on 2/8/2023 at 1:25 p.m., she confirmed the isolation room had residents
with Coronavirus disease (COVID-19, a disease caused by a contagious virus). CNA S stated, I just picked
up the tray . Should I gown up?
During a concurrent interview and review of the postings of the isolation room, on 2/9/2023 at 9:28 a.m.,
LVN T stated the isolation room was their Red Zone. LVN T confirmed there were residents with COVID-19
in the isolation room. LVN T stated any staff who entered the isolation room should wear the proper
personal protective equipment (PPE, such as: N95, disposable gown, gloves, face shield or goggles) prior
to entry.
4c. During an observation on 2/9/2023 at 12:37 p.m., certified nurse assistant U (CNA U) entered the
isolation room wearing N95, disposable gown, and gloves. CNA U did not wear a face shield or goggles
inside the isolation room.
During an interview with CNA U on 2/9/2023 at 1:30 p.m., CNA U stated she needed to wear N95, gown,
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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safety
Residents Affected - Some
gloves and face shield every time she entered the isolation room. The CNA U stated, I'm sorry. I should
have worn it (face shield).
During an interview with the infection preventionist (IP) on 2/9/2023 at 1:48 p.m., the IP confirmed the
isolation room had residents with COVID-19. The IP stated all staff and visitors should wear full PPE prior to
entering the isolation room. The IP stated full PPE should be worn when trays are picked up from the
isolation room because it was their Red Zone.
4d. During an observation on 2/9/23 at 1:30 p.m., LVN X was observed wearing a mask with ear loops
(straps that go around each ear). LVN X was questioned about wearing a mask with ear loops instead of an
N95 (which has straps that are placed behind the neck and at the crown of the head). LVN X stated This is
my first day here . I am a registry nurse . No one told me I could not wear this mask with ear loops.
During an interview with the IP/DSD on 2/13/23 at 8:12 a.m., she stated the facility instituted the wearing of
N95s due to an outbreak of Covid-19 and that all staff were required to wear N95s until the positive
resident's isolation had been completed on 2/10/23. The IP/DSD stated the facility did not allow staff to
wear KN95s (masks with ear loops). She stated LVN X should be wearing an N95.
A review of the All Facilities Letter (AFL) 23-12 titled Coronavirus Disease 19 (COVID-19)
Recommendations for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Resident Placement/Movement, and Staffing
in Skilled Nursing Facilities, dated 1/24/2023, referenced a chart of COVID-19 recommendations titled
COVID-19 PPE, Resident Placement/Movement, and Staffing Considerations by Resident Category that
indicated, COVID Positive Residents . N95 respirator - Yes . Eye Protection - Yes . Gowns - Yes .
5. Review of the facility's COVID-19 Self Screening form for employees, dated 2/9/23, indicated there was
no evidence that LVN X completed self-screening on 2/9/23. LVN X was listed on the daily staffing
assignment of 2/9/23 as assigned to station 2B for the day shift.
During a concurrent interview with the IP/DSD, on 2/13/23 at 8:45 a.m., she stated staff are instructed to
take their temperature and to complete the COVID-19 screening questionnaire at the start of their work
shift. The IP/DSD confirmed there was no evidence LVN X took her temperature or completed either the
screening questionnaires for staff or for visitors on 2/9/23. The IP/DSD stated LVN X should take her
temperature and complete the questionnaire.
6a. Review of Resident 24's clinical records indicated, Resident 24 was admitted to the facility with
diagnoses including critical illness polyneuropathy (condition involving damage to many nerves in different
parts of the body), other pulmonary embolism (occurs when a clump of material, most often a blood clot,
gets stuck in an artery (a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to tissues and organs in the body)
in the lungs, blocking the flow of blood) and dependence on supplemental oxygen (a continuous flow of
oxygen delivered to people deficient in oxygen).
During an initial observation on 2/6/2023 at 9:48 a.m., Resident 24 laid in bed with oxygen delivered to him
via (through) nasal cannula (NC - a device that consists of plastic tube that fits behind the ears, and with
two prongs that are placed in the nostrils for oxygen administration) at 2.5 liters (L- a metric unit of capacity)
per minute. The dust filter located at the back of the oxygen concentrator (a machine that concentrates the
oxygen from air to supply an oxygen-enriched gas stream) had a buildup of grayish matter.
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02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
During another observation inside Resident 24's room, on 2/7/2023 at 11:45 a.m., Resident 24's oxygen
concentrator's dust filter still had the grayish matter build up.
6b. Review of Resident 15's admission RECORD, dated February 10, 2023, indicated Resident 15 was
admitted to the facility with diagnoses including unspecified atrial fibrillation (an irregular and often very
rapid heart rhythm that can lead to blood clots in the heart), congestive heart failure (a weakness of the
heart that leads to a buildup of fluid in the lungs and surrounding body tissues), and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD - a long lasting lung disease).
During an initial observation on 2/6/2023 at 9:55 a.m., Resident 15 laid in bed, with oxygen in placed via
NC at 2.5 L per minute. Resident 15's oxygen concentrator's dust filter located at the right side of the
machine had some grayish matter build up.
During a follow up observation on 2/7/2023 at 11:47 a.m., Resident 15's oxygen filter still had some grayish
build up.
During an interview with LVN L, on 2/7/2023 at 11:50 a.m., LVN L stated it was the responsibility of both
nursing and maintenance staff to keep oxygen concentrators in good working condition.
During a concurrent observation and interview with LVN L, on 2/7/2023 at 11:55 a.m., LVN L confirmed the
oxygen filters of Resident 24 and Resident 15 were dirty and needed to be cleaned. LVN L further stated
the oxygen filters should be cleaned to provide clean air to residents on supplementary oxygen.
During an interview with LVN P, on 2/7/2023 at 12:02 p.m., LVN P stated nurses should change the oxygen
humidifiers (device used to increase the level of moisture in the oxygen) and maintenance should change
or clean the filters.
During a concurrent observation of oxygen concentrator filters and interview with assistant director of
nursing A (ADON A) on 2/7/2023 at 12:07 p.m., ADON A confirmed the oxygen filters of Resident 24 and
Resident 15 needed to be changed. ADON A stated the oxygen filters should be clean. ADON A further
stated one staff was assigned to check all oxygen concentrators every two weeks.
During a concurrent interview and record review regarding the oxygen log checks, on 2/7/2023 at 12:15
p.m., the central supply staff (CSS) stated he checked the resident's oxygen every other week. The CSS
reviewed the log and confirmed he missed checking Resident 24 and Resident 15's oxygen filters for the
month of February, 2023. A review of the oxygen log indicated the last time the oxygen filters were cleaned
for Resident 24 and Resident 15 was on January 21, 2023.
Review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Oxygen Administration, date revised October 2010,
indicated, The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines for safe oxygen administration. General
Guidelines . 3. For concentrators, clean lint and dust filters every 2 weeks and PRN (pro re nata - is a Latin
phrase meaning as the circumstances arises) basis.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
056212
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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
056212
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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 0921
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and
the public.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable
environment for residents when:
1. Bed side rails were not stable or installed properly;
2. Toilet doorknobs were either missing, broken and/or loose, and a tissue holder was broken;
3. A Doorknob was missing and a tissue holder broken;
4. Cabinet drawers were broken and a tray table had chipped paint and chipped edges;
5. A bathroom door was out of order and had stains;
6. Four bed footboards were loose;
7. Window blinds were broken;
8. The Bathroom of Room F lacked a door.
These failures had potential to compromise residents' safety, well-being and health.
Findings:
1. During room rounds and concurrent observation and interview, on [DATE] at 9:12 a.m., with the director
of nursing (DON), the DON confirmed the following:
1.a. In Room H, Resident 69's bilateral bed rails were loose.
1.b. In Room I, Resident 101's bedrails were loose.
2.a. In Room J, the shared bathroom for four residents, had a broken knob, with a hole on the door.
2.b In Room K, the bathroom doorknob was loose
2.c. In Room N, the bathroom doorknob was missing, with a hole on the door.
3. In Room L, the bathroom doorknob was missing and a tissue holder was broken.
4.a In Room M, the cabinet drawers were broken and a tray table had chipped paint and chipped edges.
During a concurrent interview following the above observations, the DON acknowledged repairs were
needed and called for the Maintenance Director (MD) to check on and repair the broken items.
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
056212
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
056212
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Redwoods Post-Acute
1267 Meridian Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
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 0921
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
4.b During an observation and interview with the maintenance director (MD) inside Room F), on [DATE] at
2:55 p.m., Resident 15's bedside cabinet's top-drawer handle was broken. The handle was missing a screw
to the left side, which made it dangle to the right side of the drawer. The MD confirmed Resident 15's
bedside cabinet's top-drawer handle was broken and stated, Oh yes, we just need a screw for that. I'll fix it.
5. During an observation and interview with the MD in Room O, on [DATE] at 1:11 p.m., the door was hard
to open and was stained with what the MD referred to as coffee stains. The MD cleaned the stain from the
door. Resident 66 stated, the door had been like that for almost six months. The MD removed the door and
stated he would fix it.
6. During a observation and interview with the medical record director (MRD) covering for the MD, on
[DATE] at 1:26 p.m., the following footboards of the beds were loose and wobbly for Room A Bed A (an
empty bed); Resident 59, Resident 24, and Resident 15. The MRD confirmed the condition of these
footboards and acknowledged they needed to be fixed.
7. During an observation, on [DATE] at 9:08 a.m., in Room B, the window blinds were broken.
During an observation, on [DATE] at 9:23 a.m., in Room C, the window blinds were broken.
During an observation, on [DATE] at 1:30 p.m., in Room D, the bottom part of the window blinds was
broken.
During an observation on [DATE] at 10:11 a.m., in Rooms E and F, the window blinds were broken. The
lower part of the window blinds in Room F was broken into pieces.
During a concurrent observation and interview with the MRD, on [DATE] 11:14 a.m., he confirmed the
window blinds were broken and needed to be fixed in the following rooms: Room E, Room D, Room B,
Room C, and Room F.
8. During an initial observation and interview with Resident 15, on [DATE] at 9:55 a.m., inside Room F, a
bathroom door was not installed and was covered with a curtain instead. Resident 15 stated the bathroom
door was missing for 3 months and the staff just replaced it with a curtain.
During an observation, on [DATE] at 11:42 a.m., Room F still did not have a bathroom door.
During a concurrent observation and interview with the MRD, on [DATE] at 11: 21 a.m., he confirmed the
bathroom door in Room F was missing.
During an interview with the assistant director of nursing A (ADON A), on [DATE] at 9:30 a.m., she stated
the previous resident in Room F preferred to not have a bathroom door. ADON A stated the previous
resident expired and then Resident 15 was transferred to Room F.
Review of the facility's policy and procedure Maintenance Service, revised [DATE], indicated, 1. The
Maintenance Department is responsible for maintaining the buildings, grounds, and equipment in a safe
and operable manner at all times . 3. The Maintenance Director is responsible for developing and
maintaining a schedule of maintenance service to assure that the buildings, grounds, and equipment are
maintained in a safe and operable manner . 10. Maintenance personnel shall follow established safety
regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of all concerned.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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