F 0578
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to
participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and medical record review, the facility failed to maintain a copy of the residents' advance
directives in the medical records for two of 18 final sampled residents (Residents 82 and 37) and one
nonsampled resident (Resident 533). This had the potential for the residents' decisions regarding their
healthcare and treatment options not being honored.
Findings:
1. Medical record review for Resident 82 was initiated on [DATE]. Resident 82 was readmitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of the POLST dated [DATE], showed Resident 82 had an advance directive.
Review of Resident 82's medical record failed to show a copy of the advance directive was maintained in
Resident 82's medical record.
On [DATE] at 1412 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the SSD.
The SSD verified a copy of Resident 82's advance directive was not maintained in Resident 82's medical
record nor was it uploaded to Resident 82's electronic health record. The SSD stated Resident 82 was
recently readmitted to the facility and his advance directive was probably misfiled in the overflow medical
records. The SSD verified a copy of Resident 82's advance directive was supposed to be maintained in his
current medical record.
2. Medical record review for Resident 37 was initiated on [DATE]. Resident 37 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], and readmitted on [DATE].
Review of the POLST dated [DATE], showed Resident 37 had an advance directive.
Review of Resident 37's medical record failed to show a copy of the advance directive was maintained in
Resident 37's medical record.
On [DATE] at 1412 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the SSD.
The SSD verified a copy of Resident 37's advance directive was not maintained in Resident 37's medical
record nor the electronic health record. The SSD stated a copy of Resident 37's advance directive should
have been maintained in his current medical record.3. Medical record review for Resident 533 was initiated
on [DATE]. Resident 533 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and readmitted to the facility on [DATE].
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
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240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0578
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the POLST dated [DATE], Section A (CPR) showed Resident 533's family member had selected
Do Not Attempt Resuscitation. Section D (Information and Signatures) showed Resident 533 had an
Advanced Directive dated [DATE].
Review of Resident 533's Order Summary Report dated [DATE], showed a physician's order dated [DATE],
to not attempt resuscitation.
On [DATE] at 1547 hours, a medical record review was conducted for Resident 533. Resident 533's medical
record failed to show a copy of the Advance Directive was obtained and maintained in the medical record.
On [DATE] at 1452 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the SSD.
The SSD verified the above findings.
On [DATE] at 1542 hours, an interview was conducted with the Medical Records Director. The Medical
Records Director verified the Advanced Directive was missing from Resident 533's original medical record.
On [DATE] at 1624 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON stated the social services
staff was responsible for making sure the Advanced Directive was obtained.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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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** Based on
observation, interview, and medical record review, the facility failed to provide the necessary care and
services to ensure one of 18 final sampled residents (Resident 75) attained and maintained their highest
practicable physical well-being. Resident 75 had a recent left total knee arthroplasty (knee replacement).
The facility failed to follow the physician's order to apply the left knee immobilizer (device to temporarily
immobilize, stabilize, and protect an injured or post-surgical knee) to Resident 75 while in bed. This posed
the risk of Resident 75 not being able to maintain knee extension following the surgery.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings:
On 12/3/19 at 1300 hours, during the initial tour of the facility, Resident 75 was observed seated in bed. A
CPM (continuous passive motion, a machine used to move a joint without the resident having to exert any
effort) and an ice machine were observed at Resident 75's bedside, but were not applied to Resident 75.
Resident 75 stated she recently had surgery on her left knee.
Medical record review for Resident 75 was initiated on 12/3/19. Resident 75 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of the Order Summary Report showed a physician's order dated 11/15/19, to apply the knee
immobilizer to Resident 75's left knee while she was in bed (except when the CPM was on) to facilitate
knee extension.
Review of Resident 75's plan of care showed a care plan problem dated 11/15/19, to address Resident 75's
self-care deficit related to recently having a left total knee arthroplasty. The interventions included to apply
the knee immobilizer to Resident 75's left knee while she was in bed to facilitate knee extension.
Review of the MDS dated [DATE], showed Resident 75 was cognitively intact.
Review of the Physical Therapy Treatment Encounter Note(s) dated 12/3/19, showed under precautions,
Resident 75 had a surgical site to the left knee and was status post total knee replacement. The
precautions included to apply the left knee immobilizer while Resident 75 was in bed.
On 12/3/19 at 1450 hours, and on 12/4/19 at 0708 and 0825 hours, Resident 75 was observed in bed with
no knee immobilizer in place. The CPM was at Resident 75's bedside, but was not applied to Resident 75.
On 12/4/19 at 0833 hours, an observation of Resident 75 was conducted with the Infection Preventionist.
The Infection Preventionist verified Resident 75 had no knee immobilizer in place. After checking Resident
75's closet, the Infection Preventionist stated the knee immobilizer was in the closet. Resident 75 stated the
staff only applied the knee immobilizer to her left knee the first week she was admitted to the facility and
had not been offering to apply the knee immobilizer since.
On 12/4/19 at 0840 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the
Infection Preventionist. The Infection Preventionist verified Resident 75 was supposed to have the left knee
immobilizer in place when the CPM was not on.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and medical record review, the facility failed to ensure the necessary care and
services were provided to prevent the development or worsening of pressure ulcers for one of 18 final
sampled residents (Resident 433). Resident 433 was admitted to the facility with multiple pressure ulcers to
the feet, including the bilateral heels, the right first metatarsal head, and the left fifth metatarsal head. The
facility failed to ensure Resident 433's heel protectors were applied as ordered by the physician. This had
the potential of Resident 47 not receiving the appropriate care and services to promote healing of the
pressure ulcers.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings:
Medical record review for Resident 433 was initiated on 12/3/19. Resident 433 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of the Baseline Admission/readmission Screening dated 11/20/19, showed Resident 433 was
admitted to the facility with deep tissue pressure injuries (DTI) to the right first metatarsal head and the left
and right heels and a Stage 2 pressure injury to the left fifth metatarsal head.
Review of the Order Summary Report showed two physician's orders dated 11/20/19, to apply the left and
right heel protectors to Resident 433 and have them in place at all times.
Review of Resident 433's plan of care showed care plan problems dated 11/21/19, to address the multiple
pressure ulcer sites to Resident 433's feet. The interventions included to apply the heel protectors as
ordered.
On 12/3/19 at 1400, 1442, and 1628 hours, and on 12/4/19 at 0709, 0938, 1051, and 1132 hours, Resident
433 was observed in bed with no heel protectors in place.
On 12/4/19 at 1133 hours, an observation of Resident 433 was conducted with LVN 2. LVN 2 verified
Resident 433 did not have heel protectors in place. LVN 2 stated the wound care nurse was supposed to
apply the heel protectors.
On 12/4/19 at 1138 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with LVN 5.
LVN 5 verified the physician's orders showed Resident 433 was supposed to have heel protectors in place.
LVN 5 stated the CNAs were responsible for applying the heel protectors. LVN 5 stated Resident 433
sometimes refused or kicked off the heel protectors after they were applied. After reviewing Resident 433's
medical record, LVN 5 verified there was no documentation to show Resident 433 refused the heel
protectors and the physician was notified Resident 433 refused the heel protectors.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and medical record review, the facility failed to ensure one of 18 final sampled
residents (Resident 37) remained free from accident hazards.
* The facility failed to implement the physician's order and care plan interventions to prevent falls and
reduce fall injuries after Resident 37 sustained a fall while at the facility. The facility failed to implement a
sensor pad alarm (a sensor pad placed in the wheelchair seat or in the bed which will emit an alarm if the
resident moves off the pad) while in the wheelchair as ordered by the physician after Resident 37 sustained
a fall. This failure posed the risk for additional falls and injuries to the resident.
Findings:
On 12/4/19 at 0958, 1137, and 1406 hours and on 12/5/19 at 0710 hours, Resident 37 was observed in the
wheelchair with a Tab alarm (a box-shaped alarm unit. An adapter which fits into the alarm box has a string
with a clip which attaches on to the person's clothing on their shoulder. When the resident begins to move,
the string with the adapter pulls loose from the alarm box and causes the alarm to sound). The Tab alarm
was attached to the top portion of the wheelchair's backrest and the adapter with the string was clipped to
Resident 37's clothing at the left upper shoulder area.
Review of the medical record for Resident 37 was initiated on 12/3/19. Resident 37 was admitted to the
facility on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE].
Review of the IDT Notes dated 10/2/19, showed Resident 37 had a fall incident and had a right humerus
(the bone in the upper arm) fracture. Resident 37 was transferred to the hospital due to the fracture. One of
the recommendations after the fall incident was to place a bed and wheelchair alarms.
Review of Resident 37's Order Summary Report showed an order dated 10/9/19, to apply the sensor pad
alarm while in the wheelchair to alert staff when the resident attempted to get up unassisted, and monitor
placement and function.
Review of Resident 37's plan of care showed a care plan problem to address an actual fall related to an
episode of getting up from the wheelchair without asking for assistance. The interventions included use of a
sensor pad alarm while up in the wheelchair to alert staff when Resident 37 attempted to get up
unassisted.
On 12/5/19 at 0952 hours, an observation, interview, and concurrent medical record review was conducted
with RN 2. Resident 37 was observed in the physical therapy department. Resident 37's wheelchair had a
Tab alarm attached to the top portion of the wheelchair's backrest. RN 2 was asked if the physician's order
was for the use of a Tab alarm. RN 2 stated yes. After review of the physician's order for Resident 37, RN 2
verified the physician's order showed to apply a sensor pad alarm while in the wheelchair. When RN 2 was
asked the purpose for the use of the alarm, RN 2 stated the alarm was to alert staff when Resident 37 tried
to get up from his wheelchair; to prevent falls. RN 2 was asked the difference between the Tab alarm and
the sensor pad alarm. RN 2 stated the Tab alarm sounded when the string attached to the adapter for the
Tab alarm was pulled when the resident attempted to get up. RN 2 was asked how far the resident had to
be up off the wheelchair in order for the alarm
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
sound. RN 2 stated it depended on the length of the string from the alarm. RN 2 stated the sensor alarm
would sound as soon as the pressure was off the pad. RN 2 stated the facility should have applied the
sensor pad alarm as ordered by the physician instead of the Tab alarm.
On 12/5/19 at 1006 hours, observation and interview was conducted with the PT and RN 2. Resident 37
was observed receiving physical therapy. When Resident 37 sat in his wheelchair, RN 2 clipped the string of
the Tab alarm to Resident 37's clothing at the upper shoulder area. Resident 37 was getting up with
assistance by the PT. The Tab alarm started to sound after Resident 37 completely stood up, causing the
adapter to be pulled from the alarm box.
On 12/5/19 at 1030 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON verified Resident 37 had been using a Tab alarm while in his wheelchair instead of the
sensor pad alarm the physician ordered.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0693
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and
provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and medical record review, the facility failed to ensure one of 18 final sampled
residents (Resident 48) received the accurate amount of enteral feeding (nutrition delivered directly to the
stomach using a tube). This posed the risk of the resident's nutritional needs not being met.
Findings:
On 12/4/19 at 0813 and 1306 hours, Resident 48 was observed lying in bed. A tube feeding pump on a
pole was observed next to the bed. No tube feeding was being administered.
Medical record review for Resident 48 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 48 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of the Order Summary Report showed a physician's order dated 7/26/19, for Glucerna 1.2 (enteral
feeding) at 50 ml per hour times 18 hours to provide 900 ml/1080 calories or until dose limit is met.
Review of the Medication Administration Record for December 2019 showed the enteral feeding was
scheduled to be given at 50 ml per hour daily, starting at 1500 hours and off at 0900 hours.
On 12/4/19 at 1425 hours, an interview and concurrent observation was conducted with LVN 1. LVN 1
verified the enteral feeding was turned off earlier than the scheduled time because Resident 48 had to be
provided her shower. LVN 1 checked the pump and verified Resident 48 only received 563 ml of enteral
feeding the past 25 hours. LVN 1 stated this was due to the GT had to be replaced yesterday. When asked if
the physician was informed Resident 48 did not receive the total volume of enteral feeding, LVN 1 stated
no.
On 12/5/19 at 0903 hours, a telephone interview was conducted with Physician 1. Physician 1 stated the
licensed nurses should notify the physician whenever an enteral feeding was not provided as ordered. In
this case, the licensed nurses should have extended the feeding until the dose limit was met.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to provide the
appropriate pharmacy services for one of 18 final sampled residents (Resident 35). The licensed nurse
failed to properly administer an inhaler medication to Resident 35. This had the potential of Resident 35 not
receiving the therapeutic level of medication.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Oral Inhalation and Administration dated 4/2008 showed, if the residents
receive an inhaler containing a steroid, the licensed nurses should instruct the residents to rinse their
mouths with water and spit out after final dose.
According to the Lexicomp (a drug resource for healthcare professionals) regarding how to administer
budenoside-formoterol aerosol, the nurse should instruct the resident to place the mouthpiece gently
between the teeth, closing lips around the inhaler, inhale deeply, press the top counter, and hold their
breath for up to 10 seconds or as long as they comfortably can, remove the mouthpiece from the mouth
prior to exhalation. A resident should not breathe out through the mouthpiece. Wait more than 30 seconds
prior to the second inhalation dose. Then the resident should rinse their mouth with water (spit out without
swallowing) after each use.
Medical record review for Resident 35 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 35 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], with diagnoses including COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Review of the Order Summary Report dated 12/6/19, showed a physician's order dated 12/5/19, to
administer budenoside-formoterol aerosol 160-4.5 mcg/ACT (an inhaler containing a steroid), two puffs via
inhaler orally two times a day; rinse mouth with water after use. The licensed nurse was to hand the inhaler
to Resident 35, and Resident 35 may self-administer with nurse's instructions and supervision.
On 12/5/19 at 0820 hours, LVN 1 was observed administering budenoside-formoterol aerosol inhaler to
Resident 35. LVN 1 handed the canister to Resident 35. Resident 35 was observed administering two puffs
of the inhaler consecutively without waiting 30 seconds between puffs. LVN 1 was observed providing a cup
of water to Resident 35 and asked Resident 35 rinse her mouth. Resident 35 was observed rinsing her
mouth two times and swallowing water after each rinse.
On 12/5/19 at 0830 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 1. LVN 1 was informed of the observation
of Resident 35 not waiting 30 seconds between the two puffs and swallowing the water after each rinse.
LVN 1 verified she did not supervise Resident 35 administering the inhaler medication properly.
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056271
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/06/2019
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
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.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and medical record review, the facility failed to ensure four of 18 final sampled
residents (Residents 19, 37, 11, and 42) were free from unnecessary psychotropic medications.
* Resident 42 was receiving Seroquel (antipsychotic medication) even though he had not manifested a
single behavior episode for two years. The facility failed to ensure Resident 42's orthostatic blood pressure
(measure the blood pressure while laying down or sitting and again upon standing up) was monitored as
ordered by the physician related to the use of Seroquel. These failures had the potential for the resident to
experience adverse consequences from the antipsychotic medication.
* Resident 37 was receiving Remeron (antidepressant medication) for depression manifested by poor meal
intake of less than 76%. The facility failed to accurately monitor the number of episodes in which Resident
37's meal intake was less than 76%. This posed the risk of Resident 37's physician not having the
necessary information to determine the effectiveness of the Remeron.
* Resident 11 was receiving Depakote (anticonvulsant also used as adjunct therapy for behavior problems)
for mood lability manifested by moaning for no reason. The facility failed to accurately monitor the number
of episodes in which Resident 11's moaning behavior was exhibited. This posed the risk of Resident 11's
physician not having the necessary information to determine the effectiveness of Depakote.
* The facility failed to ensure Resident 19's orthostatic blood pressure was monitored as ordered by the
physician related to the use of Risperdal (antipsychotic medication). This failure had the potential for the
resident to experience adverse consequences from the antipsychotic medication.
Findings:
1. On 12/3/19 at 1402 hours, and 12/4/19 at 0805 hours, Resident 42 was observed lying in bed, asleep,
and was not responsive.
Medical record review for Resident 48 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 42 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE], showed Resident 42 had severe cognitive impairment.
Review of the Order Summary Report showed a physician's order dated 12/1/19, for Seroquel 25 mg, give
one tablet via GT at bedtime for psychosis manifested by unprovoked striking out towards staff; and an
order dated 11/16/17, to monitor for orthostatic hypotension every Friday by checking the blood pressure in
three positions (lying, sitting, and standing). Resident 42 had been administered the Seroquel tablet for
behavior manifestation of striking out to staff since 11/4/17.
a. Review of the Psychotropic Summary Sheet showed a monthly summary of Resident 42's behavior of
striking out related to the use of Seroquel. The summary showed Resident 42 did not have any behavior of
striking out since 12/4/17.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056271
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/06/2019
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the Behavior Management Follow Up dated 3/21, 6/14, 8/15, and 10/17/19, showed repeated
recommendations from the psychiatrist and the IDT for a dose reduction of Seroquel due to stable behavior.
However, Resident 42's primary care physician declined the repeated recommendations.
On 12/4/19 at 0956 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 3. CNA 3 stated he had not seen
Resident 42 with behavior of striking out at staff.
On 12/5/19 at 0722 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 1. LVN 1 stated Resident 42 had not
manifested any behaviors recently. When asked what behaviors Resident 42 had, LVN 1 stated Resident 42
pulled his GT. LVN 1 stated she had not seen Resident 42 with a behavior of striking out at staff.
On 12/5/19 at 0833 hours, a telephone interview was conducted with Physician 1. Physician 1 stated
Resident 42 had been on Seroquel for years. Physician 1 was asked if he was aware Resident 42 did not
have any behavior manifestation of striking out at staff for two years. Physician 1 stated Resident 42
continued to strike out, but, the nursing staff did not document it because it was so minor. Physician 1
stated he declined the repeated recommendations of the psychiatrist to reduce the dose of Seroquel
because Resident 42 was still manifesting behaviors. Physician 1 stated he was not aware of the licensed
nurses monitoring of Resident 42's behavior. Physician 1 stated he knew if he discontinued the medication,
Resident 42 would have behaviors. When asked if he tried discontinuing the medication before, Physician 1
stated no. When asked what behaviors Resident 42 had, Physician 1 stated he pulled his GT. When asked if
he was aware Resident 42 was observed to be sleeping a lot, Physician 1 stated yes, because he was on
Seroquel.
b. Review of the Medication Administration Records for October, November, and December 2019 showed
the orthostatic blood pressure (lying, sitting, and standing) was scheduled to be monitored every Friday
during the 0700 to 1500 hours shift. However, the orthostatic blood pressure was not consistently monitored
as ordered by the physician. For example, on 10/4, 10/11, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, and 11/15/19, the blood
pressure reading obtained for one position was documented for lying, sitting, and standing.
On 12/4/19 at 1500 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with RN 1.
RN 1 stated Resident 42's orthostatic blood pressure was being monitored related to the use of Seroquel.
RN 1 reviewed the medical record and verified the orthostatic blood pressure was not monitored as ordered
by the physician.
2. Medical record review for Resident 11 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 11 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of the Order Summary Report for the month of December, 2019 showed a physician's order dated
10/27/19, to give one capsule of Depakote 125 mg via GT at bedtime for mood lability, manifested by
moaning for no reason. Another order dated 10/17/19, showed to monitor episodes of moaning for no
apparent reason and document number of episodes every shift.
Review of the Psychotropic Summary Sheet for October 2019 showed Resident 11 had no episodes of
moaning for no apparent reason.
Review of Resident 11's Medication Administration Record for October 2019 showed the resident had 9
episodes of moaning for no apparent reason between 10/28/to 10/31/19.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 12/6/19 at 0951 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with RN 1.
RN 1 stated Resident 11 had nine episodes of moaning without apparent reason from 10/28 to 10/31/19,
documented on the Medication Administration Record for the month of October, 2019. RN 1 verified the
nurse inaccurately summarized zero episodes of moaning without apparent reason on the Psychotropic
Summary Sheet. RN 1 verified the findings.
Residents Affected - Few
3. Medical record review for Resident 37 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 37 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE], and was readmitted on [DATE].
Review of Resident 37's Order Summary Report showed an order dated 10/9/19, to administer Remeron
15 mg by mouth at bed time for depression manifested by poor meal intake of less than 76%.
Review of Resident 37's Medication Administration Record for the months of August and September 2019
showed Resident 37 was on Remeron 15 mg by mouth at bedtime for depression manifested by poor meal
intake of less than 76%.
Review of the POC Legend Report documented by the CNAs and the Medication Administration Records
documented by the licensed nurses to show monitoring of poor intake of less than 76% for the months of
August and September 2019 showed multiple inconsistencies. For example, the CNAs' documentation
showed Resident 37 had 28 episodes of meal intake of less than 76% for the month of August 2019 and 41
episodes for the month of September 2019; however, the nurses' documentation showed zero episodes of
meal intake of less than 76% for the months of August and September 2019.
Review of the psychiatrist's Behavior Management Follow Up dated 10/17/19, showed Resident 37 had
zero episodes of poor meal intake less than 76% for the months of August and September 2019.
On 12/5/19 at 0914 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 4. CNA 4 was asked if she removed the
residents' meal trays. CNA 4 stated she removed the residents' meal trays and documented meal intake in
the computer. If residents did not eat well or refused meals, then she notified the nurses.
On 12/5/19 at 1228 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 1. LVN 1 was asked if the nurses checked
Resident 37's meal intake. LVN 1 stated only sometimes, but the CNAs checked the residents' meal intake
all the time. LVN 1 was asked how she knew Resident 37's meal take and how she documented the meal
intake. LVN 1 stated the CNAs verbally reported to the nurses when residents refused meals or meal intake
was less than 25%. LVN 1 stated she documented the residents' meal intake based on the CNAs' meal
intake documentation and their verbal reports.
On 12/5/19 at 1220 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON verified the CNAs' meal intake documentation and the nurses' meal intake documentation
did not match. The DON stated the psychiatrist was relying on the nurses' meal intake documentation on
the Medication Administration Record, which was inaccurate. The DON acknowledged and verified the
above findings.
4. Medical record review for Resident 19 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 19 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of Resident 19's Order Summary Report dated 12/4/19, showed a physician's order dated
10/17/19, to administer Risperdal 1 mg, give one tablet at bedtime for psychosis manifested by auditory
hallucinations. Another physician's orders dated 9/29/19, showed to monitor Resident 19's orthostatic
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0758
blood pressure in the laying, sitting, and standing positions during the day shift, every Sunday.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
According to the Highlights of Prescribing Information for Risperdal from the Food and Drug Administration,
Section 5.7 Warnings and Precautions showed to monitor for orthostatic vital signs. The drug could cause a
decrease in blood pressure when rising too quickly from a sitting or lying position.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the Weights and Vitals Summary from October 6 through November 24 2019, an orthostatic
blood pressure was measured on 10/13/19 at 0743 hours, but it was only for lying and sitting, not standing.
On 11/3/19 at 0931 hours, two blood pressures were taken, but both were in the sitting position, and on
11/24/19 at 0833 and 0834 hours, blood pressures were taken, but both were taken in the sitting position.
There was no further documentation to demonstrate orthostatic blood pressures were attempted.
On 12/4/19 at 1408 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with LVN 3.
LVN 3 verified Resident 19 had a physicians' order for orthostatic blood pressure monitoring to be taken
every Sunday. LVN 3 stated Resident 19 was capable of standing up with assistance. LVN 3 verified no
orthostatic blood pressures had been taken for Resident 19 and should have been.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056271
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0803
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be
updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and facility document review, the facility failed to ensure one of 18 final sampled
residents (Resident 65) and 15 nonsampled residents (Residents 16, 24, 28, 31, 32, 52, 53, 56, 59, 61, 64,
66, 68, 69, and 74) physicians' orders for diets were followed. The facility failed to prepare the portion sizes
in advance on the menu for four residents.
* Facility failed to follow the menu items for Residents 16, 24, 28, 31, 32, 52, 53, 56, 59, 61, 64, 65, 66, 68,
69, and 74 who had physicians' orders for NCS (no concentrated sweets) diets.
* Facility failed to prepare the portion sizes in advance on the menu for three residents who had physicians'
orders for large portion meals and one resident who had a physician's order for small portion meals.
These posed the risk of the residents' nutritional needs not being met.
Findings:
1a. On 12/4/19 at 0820 hours, Resident 74 was observed for breakfast in her room. Review of Resident
74's meal ticket showed Resident 74 was on a NCS diet. Resident 74 was observed with a slice of orange
on her tray.
On 12/4/19 at 0823 hours, an interview was conducted with the DSS. The DSS verified the above findings
and stated Resident 74 should not have been served the orange.
b. Medical record review for Resident 44 was initiated on 12/4/19. Resident 44 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of Resident 44's Order Summary Report dated 12/4/19, showed a physician's order dated
11/18/19, for a NAS (no added salt), NCS diet.
On 12/4/19 at 0824 hours, Resident 44 was observed for breakfast in his room. Review of Resident 44's
meal ticket showed Resident 44 was on a NCS diet. Resident 44 was observed with a slice of orange on his
tray. During a concurrent interview, the DSS verified the above findings and stated Resident 44 should not
have been served the orange.
c. On 12/5/19 at 1147 hours, an observation of the kitchen tray line was conducted. The menu extension
spreadsheet failed to include portion serving sizes for residents with small and large portion sizes ordered.
One scoop was observed to be in each container on the tray line. [NAME] 1 stated everyone got the same
amount of food. [NAME] 1 stated no residents were to receive small portion sizes.
A concurrent interview was conducted with the DSS. The DSS stated the facility had no residents who were
to receive small or large portion sizes.
On 12/5/19 at 1254 hours, an interview and document review was conducted with the RD and DSS. The
RD verified the serving sizes for small and large portions were not found on the menu extension
spreadsheet. The facility document titled Roster by Name dated 12/5/19, showed two residents were to
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056271
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/06/2019
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0803
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
receive large portion sizes, one resident was to receive a double size diet, and one resident was to receive
a small portion size diet.
The DSS verified the above findings and stated the double portion size was an error and should have
showed a large portion size. The DSS verified The RD was asked how the kitchen staff would know what
serving scoop size to use when platting food for residents who were to receive small or large portion sizes.
The RD stated the facility used to have a paper on the wall which showed the staff what serving scoop to
use for small and large portion sizes, but it was no longer posted. The RD verified she was unable to locate
the paper.
3. On 12/4/19 at 0805 hours, breakfast observation was conducted in the residents' rooms.
Review of the meal tickets Residents 24, 56, 66, and 68 showed they were supposed to receive an NCS
diet.
Review of the facility's breakfast menu for Week 3, Wednesday, for the NCS diet showed the residents were
not supposed to get any fruit.
However, During the breakfast meal observation, Residents 24, and 66 received fresh mixed fruit, Resident
68 received fruit cocktail in syrup; and Resident 56 received pureed fruit cocktail.
On 12/4/19 at 0815 hours, the DSS acknowledged the residents on NCS diets were not supposed to
receive any fruit according to the menu. The DSS verified the findings.
2. On 12/4/19 at 0727 hours, breakfast observation was conducted in the facility's only dining room.
Review of Residents 16, 28, 31, 32, 52, 53, 59, 61, 64, 65, 69, and 74's meal tickets showed they were
supposed to receive an NCS diet.
Review of the facility's breakfast menu for Week 3, Wednesday, for NCS diet the residents were not
supposed to get any fruits.
However, observation of the meal trays for Residents 16, 28, 31, 32, 52, 61, 64, 65, and 74 showed they
received fruit cocktail in syrup. Residents 53, 59, and 69 received pureed fruit cocktails.
On 12/4/19 at 0751 hours, the DSS was called and verified the residents on NCS diets were not supposed
to receive any fruit according to the menu. The DSS stated the cook made a mistake and included fruit on
the breakfast trays for NCS diets.
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056271
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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F 0804
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Based on observation, interview, and facility document review, the facility failed to ensure the nutritive value
of the pureed Beef Soup W/PA & Tomato was conserved when the pureed Beef Soup W/PA & Tomato was
prepared more than two hours prior to meal service and held in the oven. This failure placed 21 residents
receiving a pureed diet at risk for compromised nutritional status.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings:
On 12/5/19 at 1015 hours, a request was made to [NAME] 2 to observe the preparation of the pureed Beef
Soup W/PA & Tomato. [NAME] 2 stated the puree had already been made and was ready to go. [NAME] 2
stated she started making the soup around 0800 hours, it was done about 0900 hours, and then pureed.
On 12/5/19 at 1059 hours, an interview was conducted with the RD. The RD was asked if it was okay to
hold pureed food items for two hours prior to meal service in a heated oven. The RD stated she expected
the pureed foods should be cooked no longer than about an hour before being served to maintain taste,
color, and nutrient density.
Review of the Resident Diet Count sheet showed there were 21 residents receiving pureed diets.
According to nutrition.gov (a dietary online resource), the nutritional value of food, in particular, vegetables
which are heated multiple times compromises both the palatability and nutritional value of the food.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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 facility P&P review, the facility failed to store food in accordance with
professional standards for food service safety.
* The facility failed to ensure the proper storage of employees' food in the kitchen. This posed the potential
for the residents to be exposed to harmful pathogens.
* The facility failed to ensure the kitchen equipment and utensils were clean and maintained in good repair.
This posed the potential of exposing the residents to harmful pathogens.
* The facility failed to ensure the chemical products and supplies were clearly marked as such and stored
separately from food items. This posed the potential for cleaning the products to inadvertently contaminate
the food items and cause illnesses.
Findings:
Review of the CMS 672 Resident Census and Conditions of Residents form completed by the DON on
12/3/19, showed 67 of the 84 residents in the facility received food prepared in the dietary department.
1. On 12/3/19 at 1242 hours, a concurrent interview and observation was conducted with the DSS.
Observation of the walk-in refrigerator with DSS and showed five drink items were unlabeled: Frappuccino,
Muscle milk, and three cans of Rock Star. The DSS stated they were his personal drinks. Two bottles of
Perrier water and an [NAME] were not labeled. The DSS stated he did not know who they belonged to.
Condiments, such as barbecue sauce (unlabeled) and a can of coke were observed in the freezer.
2. Review of the facility's P&P titled Sanitization revised October 2008 showed all utensils shall be kept
clean, maintained in good repair and shall be free from breaks, corrosions and chipped areas which may
affect their use or proper cleaning.
On 12/3/19 at 1315 hours, a concurrent observation and interview with the DSS in the dry storage showed
the rusty cutlery in a plastic bag. There was rust on the knives and rust in the bag itself. The DSS stated he
did not know why they were there.
3. Review of the facility's P&P titled Food Receiving and Storage revised October 2017 showed the toxic
substances should not be stored in the kitchen area. The policy also showed cleaning compounds will be
stored separately from food storage and labeled clearly.
On 12/6/19 at 0940 hours, a red bucket filled with sanitizing fluid and a washcloth was observed on the
same tray next to tea bags, masking tape, and styrofoam cups. The DSS verified the red bucket contained
cleaning solution and should not have been placed next to food.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0849
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will
arrange for the provision of hospice services.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and facility document review, the facility failed to ensure a designated IDT member coordinated
care between the facility and the hospice agency for two final sampled residents (Residents 18 and 63).
This failure had the potential to put the residents on hospice services at risk of uncoordinated care between
the facility and the hospice agency.
Findings:
1. Review of the hospice contract dated 5/21/13, between the hospice agency caring for Resident 18 and
the facility failed to show who the designated facility IDT member was to coordinate the services with the
hospice agency.
Medical record review for Resident 18 was initiated on 12/3/19. Resident 18 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE]. Resident 18 was admitted to Hospice A on 12/20/18.
Review of Resident 18's medical record failed to show the facility's designated staff who was to coordinate
care with the Hospice A representative.
On 12/4/19 at 1008 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 2. CNA 2 stated the hospice CNAs came
on shower days, Tuesday and Thursday, and the facility's IDT member designated to coordinate care with
the hospice agency was the charge nurse.
On 12/4/19 at 1058 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the SSD.
The SSD was asked who was the facility's designated IDT member to coordinate services with the hospice
agency. The SSD stated she was assigned as the facility's coordinator for a few months recently. When
asked to show this information in the contract with the hospice agency, the SSD was unable to show
documentation she was the designated person to coordinate care with the hospice representative. The SSD
stated it should be in the contract between the facility and the hospice agency.
On 12/4/19 at 1125 hours, an interview and concurrent the facility document review was conducted with the
DON. The DON verified the hospice agreement did not identify an IDT member responsible for coordinating
care with the hospice agency.
2. Medical record review for Resident 63 was initiated on 12/3/19. Resident 63 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of Resident 63's Order Summary Report showed an order dated 11/22/19, to admit Resident 63 to
Hospice A under routine level of care.
Review of the Skilled Nursing Facility Service Agreement (the agreement between the facility and Resident
63's hospice agency) failed to show the designated person in the facility responsible to coordinate hospice
care for Resident 63 with the hospice agency.
On 12/4/19 at 1620 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 was asked if she knew who the
designated facility staff person was to coordinate hospice care for Resident 63. LVN 4 stated she was not
sure. LVN 4 was asked who she discussed concerns with regarding hospice care. LVN 4 stated,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0849
if there was any concern regarding hospice care, she notified the RN supervisor who was on duty.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 12/4/19 at 1649 hours, an interview and concurrent facility document review was conducted with the
Administrator. The Administrator verified Hospice A's contract did not identify the designated IDT
coordinator responsible for coordinating services between the hospice agency and the facility.
Residents Affected - Few
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056271
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/06/2019
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
240 Hospital Circle
Westminster, CA 92683
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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 0881
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on interview and facility record review, the facility failed to implement an Antibiotic Stewardship
Program to reduce the risk of unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotic use. The facility failed to ensure the
use of antibiotics for residents whose symptoms did not meet McGeer's Criteria were addressed in the
Infection Control Committee meetings. As a result, there were no action plans developed to address the
inappropriate use of antibiotics in the facility.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings:
According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), unnecessary antibiotic use promotes
development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Every time a person takes antibiotics, sensitive bacteria are
killed, but resistant germs may be left to grow and multiply. Repeated and improper use of antibiotics is the
primary cause of the increase in drug-resistant bacteria.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP) dated 9/2016 showed this policy is
aimed at limiting antibiotic resistance in the post acute care setting, improving treatment efficacy and
resident safety, and reducing treatment-related costs. The IP will collect and analyze infection surveillance
data and monitor the adherence to the program as well as a separate report for the number of residents on
antibiotics not meeting the criteria for active infection and suggest appropriate overall changes to make it a
successful, well rounded program.
On 12/5/19 at 1034 hours, an interview and concurrent review of the facility's infection control program was
conducted with the IP and the DSD. The IP stated she was responsible for the facility's Infection Control and
Antibiotic Stewardship Programs. The IP stated the facility utilized the McGeer's Criteria to define infection
surveillance activities. The IP stated infection control related concerns were discussed during the Quality
Assurance (QA) meeting and there was no separate ASP meetings conducted to discuss appropriate
antibiotic use.
Review of the Infection Control Report presented monthly to the QA meetings from January 2019 to
October 2019 showed high incidents of antibiotic use in residents whose symptoms did not meet the
McGeer's Criteria. The report failed to show an action plan was developed to address the inappropriate use
of antibiotics in the facility. For example, the number of incidents of antibiotic use for residents whose
symptoms did not meet the McGeer's Criteria increased from four in March 2019 to 12 in April 2019; and
from five in August 2019 to 15 in September 2019 (300% increase from the previous month).
The IP and the DSD verified the above findings.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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