F 0677
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide personal hygiene assistance to meet
the needs of residents dependent on staff. This applies to 4 of 8 residents (R7, R27, R56, R61) reviewed for
ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) in a sample of 27 residents.
Residents Affected - Some
The findings include:
1. R27's MDS dated [DATE], shows R27 requires extensive assistance with two persons for personal
hygiene.
On June 6, 2023, at 11:11 AM, R27 said she has a problem getting her baths every Monday and Friday as
scheduled. R27 said her last bath was four days ago (Friday), and by day six (Thursday) she gets a little
grungy. R27 said she did not get her bath on Monday. On June 7, 2023, at 11:49 AM, R27 was observed
with her hair starting to look greasy. R27 said she did not get any bath yesterday or today.
R27's Care Plan dated May 11, 2023, shows she requires extensive assistance with ADLs including
personal hygiene related to generalized weakness and poor activity tolerance. Intervention includes to
assist resident with bathing per schedule. R27's ADL-Bathing and Skin Monitoring task 30 day look back
from June 8, 2023, shows R27 received 2 baths in the last 30 days. No bathing refusals were documented
in the last 30 days.
2. R56's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated April 2, 2023, shows intact cognition and R56 requires extensive
assistance with personal hygiene.
On June 6, 2023, at 10:26 AM, R56 was observed with stringy, greasy, matted hair with visible skin flakes in
it. R56 said her last bed bath was a couple of weeks ago. On June 7, 2023, at 11:55 AM, R56 was
observed with same appearance as the day prior and a foul odor. R56 said she does not know what her
scheduled bath days are supposed to be because they do not give her baths regularly. On June 8, 2023, at
10:32 AM, R56 was observed with the same appearance and odor. R56 said staff came about an hour prior
to give her a shower and she refused the shower and asked for a bed bath instead. R56 said she has never
refused a bed bath, only showers because she does not like showers.
On June 8, 2023, at 10:41 AM V12 (CNA/Certified Nurse Assistant) and V9 (CNA Preceptor) said R56 got
a bath last night and they offered R56 a shower this morning and R56 refused. On June 8, 2023, at 10:45
AM, R56 told V12 (CNA) and surveyor she did not get a bed bath last night and she wants one today. R56
said, I consider a bed bath a full head to toe wash up in the bed, I did not get that.
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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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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Residents Affected - Some
R56's Care Plan dated April 2, 2023, states R56 requires assistance with ADLs including personal hygiene
and interventions including to assist R56 with bathing. R56's ADL- Bathing and Skin Monitoring task 30 day
look back from June 8, 2023, shows R56 received 4 baths in the past 30 days. No bathing refusals have
been documented in the past 30 days.
3. R7's MDS dated [DATE], shows R7 requires extensive assistance with personal hygiene including
shaving.
On June 6, 2023, at 10:46 AM and June 7, 2023 at 11:54 AM, R7 was observed with greasy hair with skin
flakes in it and unkempt, different lengths facial hair. R7 said the frequency of bed baths varies.
R7's Care Plan dated March 30, 2023, shows R7 requires extensive assistance with ADLs including
personal hygiene/shaving related to history of stroke. Interventions include to assist R7 with bathing. R7's
ADL-Bathing and Skin Monitoring task 30 day look back from June 8, 2023, shows that R7 received 1 bath
in the past 30 days. No bathing refusals were documented in the last 30 days.
4. R61's MDS dated [DATE], shows R61 requires one-person physical assist with personal hygiene
including shaving.
On June 6, 2023, at 10:58 AM, R61 was observed with uneven, unkempt hair on his chin and upper lip. R61
said he requires assistance with shaving because he cannot lift his right arm to his face and his left hand is
shaky. R61 said it was about two weeks since he was last shaved and he would like to be shaved at least
once a week.
R61's Care Plan dated June 8, 2023, shows R61 requires assistance with ADLs including personal
hygiene/shaving related to generalized muscle weakness.
On June 8, 2023, at 11:32 AM, V2 (DON/Director of Nursing) said resident showers/baths are scheduled
twice a week and as needed if a resident wants a shower or bath on another day. V2 said shaving is done
twice a week also, on shower days, and as needed.
The facility's policy revised July 28, 2022, and titled, General Care states: Policy Statement: It is the facility's
policy to provide care for every resident to meet their needs. Procedures: 1 Physical needs would include,
but are not limited to ADL .
The facility's policy revised July 28, 2022, and titled, Shower and Hygiene states: Policy Statement: It is the
policy of this facility to ensure that resident shower/hygienic care is provided by the nursing staff to promote
cleanliness, provide comfort to the resident . Procedures: 4. Nursing staff to provide bed bath daily and
PRN as needed.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bella Terra Elmhurst
420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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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.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to properly secure medications; sign controlled
substances count form and resident's narcotic sheet; have two nurses sign off on the narcotic sheet when
wasting narcotic medication; remove expired medication and double-lock narcotic medication. This applies
to 15 of 15 residents (R16, R25, R28, R29, R46, R50, R53, R54, R56, R58, R60, R63, R66, R71, R295)
reviewed for medications.
The findings include:
On June 6, 2023, at 10:51 AM, V3 (RN/Registered Nurse) identified the residents who have medications in
her medication cart.
The following observations were made:
1. R46's medication card with Lacosamide 100 MG (Milligrams) had 11 tablets. It was compared to R46's
controlled drug administration record which documents: Lacosamide 100 MG: Give 1 tablet by mouth twice
daily. The form showed the medication card contained 12 tablets. V3 was questioned about the discrepancy.
V3 replied, I wasted it (Lacosamide) with the other nurse (V5-RN) and put it into the sharps container. I
forgot to sign it off on (R46's) form. Both of us didn't sign it off. I forgot. Both of us should have signed it off
because we both wasted it together.
2. R63's medication card with Pregabalin 75 MG had 20 capsules. R63's controlled drug administration
record form documents Pregabalin 75 MG: Take one capsule by mouth twice daily. It documents 20
capsules. R63 stated, Oh wait, that's not right. It's supposed to be 19. I gave one pill to her earlier. I forgot to
sign it off. Yes, when we administer narcotics, we have to document both on the form in the binder and in
the EMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record).
3. R28's May POS (Physician Order Sheet) documents Humalog Kwik Pen subcutaneous solution
pen-injector 100 units/ML (Milliliters) (Insulin Lispro)-Inject 3 units subcutaneously with meals for blood
sugar. Inject into the skin three times daily with meals. Sliding scale. On June 6, 2023, at 11:02 AM, in V3's
medication cart, R28's Insulin Lispro Kwik pen had an open date of April 29, 2023, with a written expiration
date of May 26, 2023. R28's EMAR documents R28 was getting the expired insulin until June 6, 2023. V3
stated, This insulin pen has expired. I need to get a new one.
On June 6, 2023, at 11:06 AM, the narcotic shift to shift inventory count binder for V3's medication cart was
reviewed. The June Controlled Substances Count Form was not signed off by night nurse on June 1, 2023.
It was not signed off by day nurse on June 2, 2023. It was also not signed off by day nurse on June 5, 2023.
On June 6, 2023, V3 did not sign off in the day shift nurse on slot. V3 stated, I did count with the night
nurse, but I forgot to sign for it. Yes, the nurses should both sign the form after doing the count together.
V3's medication cart had narcotics for the following residents:
4. R25 had 7 tablets of Temazepam 7.5 MG capsule at bedtime, 20 capsules of Pregabalin 50mg capsules
TID (Three Times a Day), 17 tablets of Hydrocodone-APAP 5-325 MG every 6 hours PRN (As Needed).
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bella Terra Elmhurst
420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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F 0761
5. R16 had 26 tablets of Alprazolam 1 MG at bedtime.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
6. R54 had 21 tablets of Hydrocodone-APAP 5-325 MG every 4 hours PRN for pain
7. R71 had 13 tablets of Tramadol 50 MG--1 tablet every 6 hours PRN.
Residents Affected - Some
8. R28 had 2 tablets of Tramadol 50 MG--1 tablet every 6 hours PRN
On June 6, 2023, at 12:01 PM, V6 (LPN/Licensed Practical Nurses) medication cart was inspected by
surveyor in V6's presence.
9. R29 had a medication card with 10 tablets of Norco 5-325 MG. The expiration date was May 31, 2023. V6
stated, This is already expired and it should not belong here. I have to tell my supervisor. I will have to
discard this with another nurse.
On May 6, 2023, at 12:25 PM, surveyor went with V5 (RN) to the second floor medication room. The fridge
inside had no lock on it. Inside the fridge, R295's Ativan 2 MG/ML (Lorazepam) Intensol oral concentrate
was on top of the small side panel. There was a plastic kit which contained 2 bottles of Ativan 2 MG/ ML in
a plastic box with a plastic tie. V5 stated it was house stock. V5 stated she did not know why the fridge did
not have a lock on it. V5 said since she's been working here the medication fridge has never been locked.
On June 7, 2023, at 10:11 AM, V2 (DON/Director of Nursing) stated, Insulin should be dated with both an
open and expiration date because some insulins are specific. Some are good for 28, 30, or 42 days. My
expectation is that during shift change, the nurses are to do the count together and both should sign the
narcotic verification sheet then and there. After nurses administer narcotic medication to the residents, they
are to sign it off on the residents' medication sheet in the narcotic binder and in the eMAR. When nurses
have to waste medication, they have to do it together and they both have to sign off for it. Expired
medications should be removed from the supply. Nurses need to check the expiration date before they
administer medications. We will have the Ativan in the medication fridge in the medication room
double-locked.
10. On June 6, 2023, at 10:15 AM, R50 was observed to have a cupful of medication by his bedside. R50
stated it was his morning medication and the nurse left it on his bedside table so he can take the
medication when he wants to. R50 began to take the medication by himself. There were also two tubes of
Voltaren cream on R50's nightstand.
On June 6, 2023, at 11:16 AM, interview with V6 (LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse) stated V6 brought R50's
medication in a cup. V6 (LPN) said she had to leave without administering the medication to R50 because
she had to get a breathing treatment for another resident. V6 (LPN) stated she knew she cannot leave
medication by the bedside and when she stepped out of R50's room, she should have taken the medication
with her. V6 (LPN) said the medications in the cup were 1 tablet of Aspirin 81 mg (milligram), 2 tablets of
Calcium 500 mg with Vitamin D, 1 tablet of Ferrous Sulfate 325 mg, 1 tablet of Cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg
(microgram), 1 tablet of Hydralazine Hydrochloride 25 mg, 1 tablet of Losartan Potassium 50 mg, 2 tablets
of Magnesium Oxide 400 mg, 1 tablet of Spironolactone 25 mg and 1 tablet of Tamsulosin Hydrochloride
0.4 mg.
Review of R50's June POS (Physician Order Sheet) showed R50 did not have an order for Voltaren Arthritis
pain gel and no order for medication to be stored at bedside.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bella Terra Elmhurst
420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On June 8, 2023, at 09:41 AM, interview with V2 (DON-Director of Nursing) stated a nurse should not leave
medication unattended. V2 (DON) stated V6 (LPN) should have finished administering the medication to
R50 before attending to another resident. V2 (DON) stated there is no resident in the building with an order
for medication at the bedside and no resident in the building with order to self-administer medication. V2
said all medication should have an order given by the doctor.
Residents Affected - Some
11. On June 6, 2023, at 10:41 AM, Nystatin powder and Lotrimin Antifungal external aerosol 2% were
observed on R53's nightstand. R53 stated staff applies the medication on him after incontinence care. R53
stated staff always leaves the medication on his nightstand.
Review of R53's June POS showed R53 did not have an order for medication to be stored at bedside.
12. On June 6, 2023, at 10:49 AM, 'Icy Hot Pain Relief Roll On' medication was observed on R58's bedside
table. R58 stated she applies it on her hands and legs. R58 stated her brother or his girlfriend brings the
medication in to R58.
Review of R58's June 2023 POS showed R58 did not have an order for 'Icy Hot Pain Relief Roll On'. R58
did not have an order for medication to be stored at bedside.
13. On June 6, 2023, at 11:15 AM, Diclofenac Sodium cream and [NAME] Phos 6x were observed on R66's
bedside table. R66 stated she takes the [NAME] Phos 6x when she needs to. R66 was unable to say what
she took the [NAME] Phos 6x for. R66 stated her family brought the supplement to her.
Review of R66's June POS showed R66 did not have an order for [NAME] Phos 6x. R66 did not have an
order for medication to be stored at bedside.
14. On June 6, 2023, at 11:43 AM A full bottle of Fluticasone Propionate 50mcg (microgram) nasal spray
medication was found at the bedside of R60. R60 said, Why don't it come out for me? On June 7, 2023, at
11:41 AM the nasal spray was again seen on R60's bedside table. R60 said the last time she used the
nasal spray was a few days ago. R60 said, there have been times she tried to use the nasal spray but it
didn't come out and at first, she didn't know you had to take the top off. R60 said she doesn't sleep well at
night because she is always up blowing her nose and she uses the nasal spray when her nose is stopped
up. There is no order on the POS (Physician Order Sheet) showing that R60 can self-administer her
Fluticasone Propionate nasal spray. There is no completed assessment that shows R60 is safe to
self-administer medications.
15. On June 7, 2023, at 11:55 AM A bottle of Nystatin topical powder 100,000 units/gram was found on
R56's bedside dresser. R56 says she gets the powder under her arms.
There is no order on the POS showing that R56 is safe to have any medications at her bedside.
On June 8, 2023, at 11:32 AM, V2 (DON) said there are no residents currently with a physician order to
have medications at the bedside. V2 said R60 and R56 should not have any medications at their bedside.
V2 said it is not safe because the facility needs to monitor the frequency the medications are being taken,
expiration dates of medications, and assess residents' ability to safely self-administer medications. V2 said
this is also a safety concern for other residents who wander and might enter the room of another resident
where medications are accessible.
Facility's policy titled Controlled Medications Count (July 27, 2022) documents: Procedure: 1.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bella Terra Elmhurst
420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
After removing the controlled medication from the bingo card or individual packet, the nurse will sign off the
accompanying controlled medication sheet indicating the medication is taken. 2. After administration of the
controlled medication, the nurse will sign off the eMAR. 3. If the controlled medication needs to be wasted,
another nurse should witness the wasting of the controlled medication.
Facility's policy titled Medication Pass (March 28, 2023) documents: Medication Labeling: 1. All opened
medication vials in the refrigerator should be labeled with the date when it was opened and discarded
within 28 days of opening except for Levemir insulin which can be discarded 42 days after opening .2.
Follow pharmacy recommendation as to when the medication should be discarded after opening. 3. Insulin
vials are to be discarded within 28 days after opening, except for Levemir insulin which are to be discarded
42 days after opening. Controlled substances: 1. All scheduled 2 controlled substances will be stored
properly and double locked.
Facility's policy titled Medication Storage, Labeling, and Disposal (October 24, 2022) documents: 4.
Medications will be secured in locked storage area. 5. Scheduled 2 medications will be double locked
(example: placed in a locked medication cart inside a locked controlled medication box, placed in a
refrigerator with 2 separate locks if the medication requires refrigeration, or placed in a locked medication
room inside a locked refrigerator if the scheduled 2 medication requires refrigeration. Medications and
biologicals are stored safely, securely, and properly, following manufacturer's recommendations or those of
the supplier. The medication supply is accessible only to licensed nursing personnel, pharmacy personnel,
or staff members lawfully authorized to administer medications.
The facility's policy revised July 28, 2022, and titled Self-Administration of Medication states Policy
Statement: .A resident who requests to self-administer medications will be assessed to determine if
resident is able to safely self-mediate. Procedures: . 2. The resident may store the medication at the
bedside if there is a physician order to keep it at bedside.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bella Terra Elmhurst
420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow infection control procedures
during medication administration, equipment cleaning, incontinence care, and while providing direct care of
residents under EBP (Enhanced Barrier Precautions). This applies to 7 of 8 residents (R23, R31, R54, R59,
R67, R95, R346) reviewed for infection control in a sample of 27.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
1. On June 6, 2023, at 11:32 AM, V3 (RN/Registered Nurse) performed a blood glucose check on R54 in
her room with a glucometer. V3 then took the glucometer to her medication cart. V3 removed her gloves
and put on new gloves without performing hand hygiene and proceeded to sanitize the glucometer with
bleach wipes.
Facility's policy titled Glucose Meter Cleaning (July 28, 2022) documents: Procedures: 1. Wash hands
thoroughly with soap and water or hand sanitizer before and after the procedure. 2. Wear clean gloves. 3.
Place the equipment on a clean surface. 4. Clean and disinfect glucose meter with bleach wipes before
after each use.
2. On June 7, 2023, at 8:03 AM, V4 (Agency RN) administered medications to R95 without performing hand
hygiene prior to administration.
Facility's policy titled Medication Administration General Guidelines (Unknown Date) documents:
Handwashing and Hand Sanitization: The person administering medications adheres to good hand
hygiene, which includes washing hands thoroughly: a) before beginning a medication pass, b) prior to
handling any medication, c) after coming into direct contact with a resident.
3. On June 7, 2023, at 8:41 AM, V5 (RN) put R67's medication onto a reusable medication tray. V5 went to
R67's room and placed it on top of R67's bedside table. V5 then administered R67's medication. V5 then
went back to her medication cart and put the medication tray under a tissue paper box without sanitizing it.
On June 7, 2023, at 10:11 AM, V2 (DON/Director of Nursing) stated, Medication trays should be sanitized
after use. Staff need to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer before and after medication administration.
The nurse needs to sanitize her hands first, then put on new gloves and sanitize the glucometer. Facility
was unable to provide a policy on cleaning medication trays.
4. On June 7, 2023, at 8:58 AM, V6 (LPN/Licensed Practical Nurse) administered medications to R23
without performing hand hygiene prior to administration.
5. On June 6, 2023, at 12:52 PM, R346 was in an EBP (Enhanced Barrier Precaution) room. EBP signage
was posted on the door and isolation bin was outside room door. V11 (CNA) was observed inside room with
gloves only on applying clean linen to bed. Dirty linen was observed in a bag on the floor.
On June 8, 2023, at 9:15 AM, V2 (DON/Director of Nursing) said if staff are providing direct care, they need
to wear a gown and gloves. V2 said the staff should be wearing a gown when taking the resident to the
bathroom and changing their linen. V2 said there did not need to be an order in the chart for a resident to
be on EBP. V2 also said EBP PPE is worn to protect themselves as well as the resident. V2 said hand
hygiene should be done before care, between glove change, and after providing
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bella Terra Elmhurst
420 West Butterfield Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126
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F 0880
care.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On June 7, 2023, at 1:11 PM, V4 went to R346's room and administered two of her oral medications
without performing hand hygiene prior to administration. Facility's policy titled Medication Pass (March 28,
2023) documents: 7. PO (By Mouth) meds: a.) Follow hand hygiene procedure before and after each
resident.
Residents Affected - Some
6. On June 7, 2023, at 09:49 AM, incontinence care was being given to R31 by V17 (Restorative Aide) and
V8 (CNA-Certified Nursing Assistant). V8 (CNA) did not change gloves after taking soiled incontinent brief
off. V8 (CNA) proceeded to clean R31's perineum with the same gloves V8 (CNA) used to placed new
incontinent pads on R31.
On June 8, 2023, at 09:41 AM, interview with V2 (DON-Director of Nursing) stated during incontinence
care, after removing soiled diaper, hand hygiene must be done, and staff should put new gloves on before
cleaning the resident. After cleaning the resident, gloves must be removed, hand hygiene must be done,
and new set of gloves should be applied. This is done to prevent urinary tract infection.
Facility's Policy on Incontinent and Perineal Care dated December 3, 2015, and revised on July 28, 2022
stated the following: . Procedures .9. Put on new set of clean gloves to put on clean briefs/incontinent pads,
to make resident comfortable, groom and change clothing. Facility's Policy on Hand Hygiene dated January
20, 2016, and revised on July, 28 2022 stated the following: .1. Hand Hygiene using alcohol-based hand rub
is recommended during the following situations: a. Before and after resident contact.g. Before moving from
work on soiled body site to a clean body site on the same resident.
7. On June 6, 2023, at 11:36 AM, R59 was in an EBP (Enhanced Barrier Precaution) room. EBP signage
was posted on the door and isolation bin was outside room door. V10 (CNA/Certified Nurse Assistant)
entered room with gloves on and assisted R59 with toileting. V10 assisted R59 to restroom, removed pants
and soiled disposable brief, and assisted to sit on toilet riser. V10 wiped R59's perineal area and buttocks
prior to assisting with applying new disposable brief. V10 removed gloves and did not perform hand hygiene
prior to applying new gloves.
On June 6, 2023, at 11:47 AM, V10 said R59 was on EBP for his wounds and they were told full PPE
(Personal Protective Equipment) was only needed to be worn when in direct contact with his wound. V10
read the EBP signage on door and said, I see the sign but that's not what we were told.
On June 8, 2023, at 8:55 AM, V7 (LPN/Licensed Practical Nurse) entered R59's room without any PPE on
to answer his call light. R59 requested to be transferred back to his bed. R59 assisted him to a laying
position and removed R59's compression stockings. On June 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM, V7 said R59 was on
EBP for wound care and if she did not touch the wound, she does not need to wear any PPE. When V7
read the EBP sign on door, V7 said, Oh I didn't realize that.
The facility's Enhanced Barrier Precaution revised on July 14, 2022, shows the EBP requires the use of
gown and gloves during high-contact resident care activities that provide opportunities for transfer of
MDRO's [Multi-Drug Resistant Organism] to staff hands and clothing. Examples of high-contact resident
care activities requiring gown and glove use among residents that trigger EBP use include a) Dressing, c)
Transferring, d) Providing hygiene, e) Changing linens, f) Changing briefs or assisting with toileting.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
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Facility ID:
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