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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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The following reflects the findings of the
California Department of Public health during a
re-certification survey conducted from
September 24, 2018 to October 1, 2018.
A Substandard Quality of Care was identified
on September 27, 2018, and an extended
survey was announced to the facility on
September 27, 2018.
Representing the California Department of
Public Health:
Surveyor 37537, HFEN;
Surveyor 36684, HFEN;
Surveyor 36153, HFEN
Surveyor 25281, Pharmacy Consultant
Surveyor 38479, HFEN
Surveyor 39503, HFEN
The facility census was 91 residents.
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Self-Determination
CFR(s): 483.10(f)(1)-(3)(8)
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§483.10(f) Self-determination.
The resident has the right to and the facility
must promote and facilitate resident selfdetermination through support of resident
choice, including but not limited to the rights
specified in paragraphs (f)(1) through (11) of
this section.
§483.10(f)(1) The resident has a right to
choose activities, schedules (including sleeping
and waking times), health care and providers of
health care services consistent with his or her
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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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interests, assessments, and plan of care and
other applicable provisions of this part.
§483.10(f)(2) The resident has a right to make
choices about aspects of his or her life in the
facility that are significant to the resident.
§483.10(f)(3) The resident has a right to
interact with members of the community and
participate in community activities both inside
and outside the facility.
§483.10(f)(8) The resident has a right to
participate in other activities, including social,
religious, and community activities that do not
interfere with the rights of other residents in the
facility.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, for one of 19 residents reviewed
(Resident 394), the facility failed to facilitate
and accommodate the resident's selfdetermination to make her own choices, when
a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) denied
Resident 394's request to have a shower.
This failure had the potential to result in
Resident 394 not to be given the opportunity to
exercise her right to make choices while at the
facility, and could negatively impact her mental
and psychosocial well-being.
Findings:
On September 25, 2018, at around 10:05 a.m.,
Resident 394 was observed in her room,
awake, alert, and oriented, while sitting at the
side of her bed.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 394 stated,
on September 24, 2018, at around 9 a.m.,
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while CNA 1 was taking her vital signs,
Resident 394 told CNA 1 she needed a shower
that day. CNA 1 told Resident 394 she will look
at her shower schedule and will come back to
check on the resident.
Resident 394 stated CNA 1 never came back
and checked on her again that day. Resident
394 stated she felt uncomfortable that day
because her hair "felt dirty."
On September 25, 2018, Resident 394's record
was reviewed. Resident 394 was admitted on
September 2, 2018. The history and physical
indicated Resident 394 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
The Minimum Data Set (MDS- an assessment
tool) on admission, dated September 12, 2018,
indicated Resident 394 required physical help
with one person assist in bathing.
On September 25, 2018, at 10:38 a.m., CNA 1
was interviewed. CNA 1 stated she took
Resident 394's vital signs on September 24,
2018, during the morning shift. CNA 1 further
stated she did not recall if Resident 394 had
requested a shower that day.
On September 26, 2018, at 9:10 a.m., Resident
394's shower schedule was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(MDS/LVN) 1. Resident 394's shower schedule
indicated her schedule was every Tuesday and
Friday, in the afternoon shift.
The facility's document titled, "Shower Day
Skin Inspection," indicated Resident 394
received a shower on September 18, 2018
(Tuesday). There was no documented
evidence Resident 394 recived a shower as
scheduled on September 21, 2018 (Friday).
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In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 1 stated
there was no documented evidence Resident
394 received a shower on September 21, 2018
(Friday). MDS/LVN 1 further stated CNA 1
should have accommodated Resident 394's
request to have a shower on September 24,
2018 (Monday), even if it was not on her
shower schedule day.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Resident's Rights," dated July 6, 2018, was
reviewed. The policy indicated, "Employees
shall treat all residents with kindness, respect,
and dignity. Federal and state laws guarantee
certain basic rights to all residents...These
rights include the resident's rights to...selfdetermination..."
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Notice Requirements Before
Transfer/Discharge
CFR(s): 483.15(c)(3)-(6)(8)
F623
10/28/2018
§483.15(c)(3) Notice before transfer.
Before a facility transfers or discharges a
resident, the facility must(i) Notify the resident and the resident's
representative(s) of the transfer or discharge
and the reasons for the move in writing and in a
language and manner they understand. The
facility must send a copy of the notice to a
representative of the Office of the State LongTerm Care Ombudsman.
(ii) Record the reasons for the transfer or
discharge in the resident's medical record in
accordance with paragraph (c)(2) of this
section; and
(iii) Include in the notice the items described in
paragraph (c)(5) of this section.
§483.15(c)(4) Timing of the notice.
(i) Except as specified in paragraphs (c)(4)(ii)
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and (c)(8) of this section, the notice of transfer
or discharge required under this section must
be made by the facility at least 30 days before
the resident is transferred or discharged.
(ii) Notice must be made as soon as practicable
before transfer or discharge when(A) The safety of individuals in the facility would
be endangered under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(C) of
this section;
(B) The health of individuals in the facility would
be endangered, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(D) of
this section;
(C) The resident's health improves sufficiently
to allow a more immediate transfer or
discharge, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(B) of this
section;
(D) An immediate transfer or discharge is
required by the resident's urgent medical
needs, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A) of this
section; or
(E) A resident has not resided in the facility for
30 days.
§483.15(c)(5) Contents of the notice. The
written notice specified in paragraph (c)(3) of
this section must include the following:
(i) The reason for transfer or discharge;
(ii) The effective date of transfer or discharge;
(iii) The location to which the resident is
transferred or discharged;
(iv) A statement of the resident's appeal rights,
including the name, address (mailing and
email), and telephone number of the entity
which receives such requests; and information
on how to obtain an appeal form and
assistance in completing the form and
submitting the appeal hearing request;
(v) The name, address (mailing and email) and
telephone number of the Office of the State
Long-Term Care Ombudsman;
(vi) For nursing facility residents with
intellectual and developmental disabilities or
related disabilities, the mailing and email
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address and telephone number of the agency
responsible for the protection and advocacy of
individuals with developmental disabilities
established under Part C of the Developmental
Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of
2000 (Pub. L. 106-402, codified at 42 U.S.C.
15001 et seq.); and
(vii) For nursing facility residents with a mental
disorder or related disabilities, the mailing and
email address and telephone number of the
agency responsible for the protection and
advocacy of individuals with a mental disorder
established under the Protection and Advocacy
for Mentally Ill Individuals Act.
§483.15(c)(6) Changes to the notice.
If the information in the notice changes prior to
effecting the transfer or discharge, the facility
must update the recipients of the notice as
soon as practicable once the updated
information becomes available.
§483.15(c)(8) Notice in advance of facility
closure
In the case of facility closure, the individual who
is the administrator of the facility must provide
written notification prior to the impending
closure to the State Survey Agency, the Office
of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman,
residents of the facility, and the resident
representatives, as well as the plan for the
transfer and adequate relocation of the
residents, as required at § 483.70(l).
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview, and record review, for
three of three residents reviewed for
hospitalization (Residents 7, 56, and 76), the
facility failed to provide documented evidence
the Ombudsman (a goverment official who
hears and investigates complaints against
maladministration) was notified and provided a
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copy of the written notice of transfer of the
residents upon hospitalization.
This facility failure may result to the residents
not to be aware of their rights and priviledges
accorded to nursing facility residents, and or
resident representative,who was transferred to
the hospital for emergency purposes and for
the Ombudsman to interviene in a timely
manner on behalf of the resident, should the
need arise for assistance after the residents
were transferred to the hospital.
Findings:
1. On September 26, 2018, Resident 7's record
was reviewed. Resident 7 was admitted to the
facility on October 26, 2016, with diagnoses
that included diabetes mellitus (abnormal blood
sugar level in the blood) and metabolic
encephalopathy (abnormalities of the water and
other chemicals that affect brain function).
Resident 7's progress note dated April 7, 2018,
indicated Resident 7 was transferred to the
acute hospital on April 6, 2018 at 10:45 p.m.,
for further evaluation related to the resident
was non verbal and the licensed nurse was
unable to obtain a blood pressure. The
physician was contacted and ordered transfer
to Emergency Room (ER).
On September 26, 2018, at 12 p.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with the the Social Services
Designee (SSD). The SSD stated there was no
documented evidence a copy of written notice
of transfer was provided to the Ombudsman
when Resident 7 was hospitalized on April 6,
2018.
The SSD further stated "It was not completed."
2. On September 26, 2018, at 9:20 a.m., a
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concurrent interveiw and record review of
Resident 76's record was conducted with
Minimum Data Set/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(MDS/LVN) 1. Resident 76 was admitted on
August 8, 2018, with diagnosis that included
unspecified dementia (memory loss),
hypertension (high blood pressure),
atherosclerotic heart disease, (the arteries of
the heart narrows due to build-up of plaque),
and diabetes mellitus (elevated blood sugar).
Resident 76's progress notes, dated August 19,
2018, indicated Resident 76 complained of
chest pain on August 19, 2018, and was sent to
the hospital for further treatment and evaluation
related to the chest pain. Resident 76 was
admitted at the hospital for seven days.
Resident 76 was readmitted back to the facility
on August 26, 2018. There was no documented
evidence a copy of the the written notice of
transfer to the hospital on August 19, 2018,
was provided to the Ombudsman
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 1 stated
the Social Services Designee (SSD) was
responsible in providing the written Notice of
Transfer to the Ombudsman upon residents'
hospitalization.
On September 28, 2018, at 10:08 a.m., the
SSD was interviewed. The SSD stated there
was no documented evidence the Ombudsman
was informed and provided a written Notice of
Transfer, when Resident 76 was hospitalized
on August 19, 2018.
The SSD further stated she informed the
Ombudsman of residents' planned discharges,
but she was not aware of the requirement that
the Ombudsman had to be informed and sent a
copy of the written Notice of Transfer upon
residents' hospitalization.
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3. On September 28, 2018, at 9:53 a.m.,
Resident 56's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(MDS/LVN) 2. Resident 56 was admitted on
June 17, 2018, with diagnoses that included
diabetes mellitus (elevated blood sugar) and
non-healing wound of the lower extremities.
Resident 56's progress notes dated August 7,
2018, indicated Resident 56 was sent to the
hospital on August 7, 2018, for debridement of
the non-healing wound on her bilateral lower
extremities. Resident 56 was admitted at the
hospital for eight days. Resident 56 was
readmitted at the facility on August 15, 2018.
There was no documented evidence a copy of
the written notice of transfer to the hospital on
August 7, 2018, was provided to the
Ombudsman.
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2 stated
the Social Services Designee (SSD) was
responsible in providing the written Notice of
Transfer to the Ombudsman upon residents'
hospitalization.
On September 28, 2018, at 10:08 a.m., the
SSD was interviewed. The SSD stated she
informed the Ombudsman of residents' planned
discharges, but she was not aware of the
requirement that the Ombudsman had to be
informed and sent a copy of the written notice
of transfer when a resident was transferred to
the hospital.
On September 28, 2018, the facility policy and
procedure titled, "Transfer & Discharge," dated
April 7, 2003, was reviewed with the SSD. The
SSD acknowledged the policy did not address
the new requirement that the facility must notify
and send a copy of the written notice of transfer
to the Ombudsman, when a resident is
transferred to the hospital.
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On October 1, 2018, the facility provided a
copy of the policy and procedure titled,
"Transfer and Discharge Notice," dated July 7,
2018. The policy indicated, "...A copy of the
notice will be sent to the Office of the State
Long-Term Care Ombudsman..."
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Notice of Bed Hold Policy Before/Upon Trnsfr
CFR(s): 483.15(d)(1)(2)
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§483.15(d) Notice of bed-hold policy and
return§483.15(d)(1) Notice before transfer. Before a
nursing facility transfers a resident to a hospital
or the resident goes on therapeutic leave, the
nursing facility must provide written information
to the resident or resident representative that
specifies(i) The duration of the state bed-hold policy, if
any, during which the resident is permitted to
return and resume residence in the nursing
facility;
(ii) The reserve bed payment policy in the state
plan, under § 447.40 of this chapter, if any;
(iii) The nursing facility's policies regarding bedhold periods, which must be consistent with
paragraph (e)(1) of this section, permitting a
resident to return; and
(iv) The information specified in paragraph (e)
(1) of this section.
§483.15(d)(2) Bed-hold notice upon transfer. At
the time of transfer of a resident for
hospitalization or therapeutic leave, a nursing
facility must provide to the resident and the
resident representative written notice which
specifies the duration of the bed-hold policy
described in paragraph (d)(1) of this section.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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by:
Based on interview and record review, for one
of three residents (Resident 7) reviewed for
hospitalization, the facility failed to ensure a
written notice of bed-hold policy was provided
to the residents and/or residents representative
(RR) within 24 hours of the resident's
hospitalization.
This failure had the potential for the resident to
not be made aware of the facility's bed-hold
and reserved bed payment policy upon transfer
to the hospital.
Findings:
On September 26, 2018, Resident 7's record
was reviewed. Resident 7 was admitted to the
facility on October,26, 2016, with diagnoses
that included; diabetes mellitus (abnormal
levels of glucose in the blood) and metabolic
encephalopathy (abnormalities of the water and
other chemicals that affect brain function).
Resident 7's grandchild was the RR.
Resident 7's progress note dated April 7, 2018,
indicated Resident 7 was transferred to the
acute hospital on April 6, 2018 at 10:45 p.m.,
for further evaluation related to the resident
was non verbal and the licensed nurse was
unable to obtain a blood pressure. The
physician was contacted and ordered transfer
to Emergency Room (ER).
There was no documented evidence a written
notice of bed-hold policy was provided to the
RR within 24 hours of Resident 7's
hospitalization on April 6, 2018.
On September 26, 2018 at 12:05 p.m., an
interview and record review was conducted
with Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN) 1. LVN
1 stated the licensed nurse assigned when
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Resident 7 was transferred to the hospital
should have provided the RR a written copy of
the the bed-hold policy within 24 hours after
Resident 7 was hospitalized on April 6, 2018.
The facility policy's and procedure titled, "BedHold" dated July 6, 2018, indicated, "...Upon
admission and at the time a resident is
transferred to a hospital...a facility designee will
provide the resident and an immediate family
member, surrogate, or representative written
information concerning the option to exercise
the bed-hold policy..."
F655
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Baseline Care Plan
CFR(s): 483.21(a)(1)-(3)
F655
10/28/2018
§483.21 Comprehensive Person-Centered
Care Planning
§483.21(a) Baseline Care Plans
§483.21(a)(1) The facility must develop and
implement a baseline care plan for each
resident that includes the instructions needed
to provide effective and person-centered care
of the resident that meet professional
standards of quality care. The baseline care
plan must(i) Be developed within 48 hours of a resident's
admission.
(ii) Include the minimum healthcare information
necessary to properly care for a resident
including, but not limited to(A) Initial goals based on admission orders.
(B) Physician orders.
(C) Dietary orders.
(D) Therapy services.
(E) Social services.
(F) PASARR recommendation, if applicable.
§483.21(a)(2) The facility may develop a
comprehensive care plan in place of the
baseline care plan if the comprehensive care
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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DEFICIENCY)
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plan(i) Is developed within 48 hours of the
resident's admission.
(ii) Meets the requirements set forth in
paragraph (b) of this section (excepting
paragraph (b)(2)(i) of this section).
§483.21(a)(3) The facility must provide the
resident and their representative with a
summary of the baseline care plan that
includes but is not limited to:
(i) The initial goals of the resident.
(ii) A summary of the resident's medications
and dietary instructions.
(iii) Any services and treatments to be
administered by the facility and personnel
acting on behalf of the facility.
(iv) Any updated information based on the
details of the comprehensive care plan, as
necessary.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure one of one
resident reviewed (Resident 192) had a
complete baseline care plan that included the
minimum health care information necessary for
the care of the resident in the facility.
This failure had the potential for the facility staff
not to have the necessary information to
promote continuity of care, increase resident's
safety, and safeguard against adverse events
that most likely to occur right after admission.
Findings:
On September 24, 2018, Resident 192's record
was reviewed. Resident 192 was admitted to
the facility on September 15, 2018. Reident
192's history and physical dated September 16,
2018, indicated, "He was found to have cidiff
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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colitis (sic - c-diff [Clostridium difficile] bacterial
infection that can cause symptoms ranging
from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of
the colon) and was treated with antibiotic..."
The physician's order dated September 17,
2018, indicated, "...CONTACT ISOLATION D/T
(due to) C-DIFF)..." was ordered two days after
Resident 192's admission to the facility.
There was no documented evidence a baseline
care plan was developed for Resident 192's cdiff infection within 48 hours of Resident 192's
admission to the facility.
On September 25, 2018, at 10:38 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool) / Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) was interviewed. The MDS/LVN was not
able to provide documented evidence a
baseline care plan was developed that
addressed Resident 192's c-diff infection.
The MDS/LVN stated baseline care plan was a
way of communication among staff regarding
the resident's health and safety concerns.
The MDS/LVN stated Resident 192's c-diff
infection should have been identified and
addressed in the baseline care plan to provide
consistency in Resident 192's health care
management and to prevent transmission and
spread of infection in the facility. MDS/LVN
stated a baseline care plan for c-diff infection
should have been developed within 48 hours of
Resident 192's admission to the facility.
On October 1, 2018, the facility's policy and
procedure titled, "Baseline Care Plan," dated
July 2018, was reviewed. The policy indicated,
"...To assure that the resident's immediate
needs are met and maintained, a baseline care
plan will be developed within forty-eight (48)
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
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hours of the resident's admission...
The resident and their representative will be
provided a summary of the baseline care plan
that includes...
Any services and treatments to be
administered by the facility..."
F677
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ADL Care Provided for Dependent Residents
CFR(s): 483.24(a)(2)
F677
10/28/2018
§483.24(a)(2) A resident who is unable to carry
out activities of daily living receives the
necessary services to maintain good nutrition,
grooming, and personal and oral hygiene;
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure for one of 19
residents (Resident 292), assistance with her
Activities of Daily Living (ADL - routine activities
people do everyday without assistance such as
eating, bathing, getting dressed, transferring
and toileting) was provided when needed.
This failure had the potential for Resident 292
not to receive adequate hygiene care and
services needed as assessed to better meet
the resident's daily needs.
Findings:
On September 24, 2018, at 11:13 a.m., a
concurrent observation and interview was
conducted on Resident 292. Resident 292 was
in her room sitting on her wheelchair. Resident
292 stated she goes to the bathroom by
herself. During the inspection of Resident 292's
bathroom, the toilet seat was observed with
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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spalsh marks of moderate amount of dried
brown substance.
Resident 292 stated she had a large bowel
movement last night, and she had used the
toilet this morning. Resident 292 stated she did
not noticed the dried brown substance on the
toilet seat.
Subsequently, Resident 292 wheeled herself to
the sink by the door, slowly stood up to wet the
wash cloth she was holding and started to wipe
her face and arms with the wet wash cloth.
Resident 292 stated she does everything by
herself and the nurses does not help her at all.
On September 24, 2018, at 11:38 a.m., a
concurrent observation and interview was
conducted with Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA) 2. CNA 2 stated she was the nurse
assigned to render care on Resident 292.
CNA 2 stated Resident 292 does her ADLs by
herself. CNA 2 stated the resident was
continent (ability to hold urine and bowel) of her
bowel and bladder. CNA 2 further stated she
only asked the resident if she had a bowel
movement or not on her shift.
CNA 2 stated Resident 292's room mate does
not use the toilet and Resident 292 was able to
use the toilet in her room by herself.
CNA 2 observed the dried brown substance on
the toilet seat of Resident 292's bathroom.
CNA 2 stated she did not know how long it had
been there because she had not assisted
Resident 292 to use the bathroom since she
started her shift for today.
On September 25, 2018, Resident 292's record
was reviewed with Registered Nurse (RN) 2.
Resident 292 was re-admitted to the facility on
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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May 11, 2018, with diagnoses that included
dementia (progressive disease that destroys
memory and other mental functions), muscle
wekaness, and difficulty in walking.
The Minimum Data Set (MDS- an assessment
tool) dated August 18, 2018, indicated Resident
292 was an extensive assist (resident involved
in activity, staff provide weight-bearing support)
and needed one person physical assist in
dressing, toilet use, and personal hygiene.
The care plan dated May 18, 2018, indicated,
"...SELF CARE DEFICIT Requires...Extensive
assistance...Due to...Physical
limitation/disability...Approach Start Date
05/18/2018 provide assistance needed to the
resident including toileting assistance..."
In a concurrent interview, RN 2 stated Resident
262 needed a stand by or minimal assist with
her ADLs.
RN 2 stated she had noticed a gradual decline
in Resident 292's ADLS. RN 2 stated Resident
292 needed assistance with her toileting.
RN 2 stated the dried brown substance found
on Resident 2's toilet seat was dried feces and
further stated, "That's not right."
RN 2 stated the CNA should have assisted
Resident 292 to the bathroom and with her
ADLs.
F684
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Quality of Care
CFR(s): 483.25
F684
10/28/2018
§ 483.25 Quality of care
Quality of care is a fundamental principle that
applies to all treatment and care provided to
facility residents. Based on the comprehensive
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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assessment of a resident, the facility must
ensure that residents receive treatment and
care in accordance with professional standards
of practice, the comprehensive personcentered care plan, and the residents' choices.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure 14 of 91
residents reviewed (Residents 44, 61, 74, 17,
76, 9, 28, 56, 57, 197, 90, 43, and 42) receive
treatment and care in accordance with
professional standards of practice and the
comprehensive care plan when:
1. Resident 44 did not received her Fentanyl
patch (narcotic pain medication) from
September 10 to 15, 2018.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
2. Resident 44, who had unstable high blood
sugar levels, did not received her prescribed
Levimir insulin (medication to treat diabetes - a
disease that result in too much sugar in the
blood) on September 22, 2018.
In addition, Resident 44's blood sugar level
were not checked on August 25, 2018, at 11:30
a.m. and September 22, 2018, at 6:30 a.m. to
determine the resident's need to receive
Novolin R insulin (medication to treat diabetes).
These failures could jeopardize Resident 44's
health and safety for having unstable high
blood sugar levels.
3. Residents 44, 61, and 74 received their
prescribed antihypertensive medications (for
treatment of high blood pressure - that is
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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140/90 or higher) on multiple occasions in the
month of August and September 2018, when
the residents' blood pressure reading where
below the parameters as indicated on the
physician's order.
This failure could jeopardize the residents'
health and safety when putting the residents at
risk for hypotension (low blood pressure - less
than 90/60).
4. Resident 44's endocrinology consult (a
physician who has special training in
diagnosing and treating disorders of the
endocrine system) as ordered by the physician
on July 25, 2018, for uncontrolled blood sugar
levels was not acted upon.
This failure resulted for Resident 44's unstable
blood sugar levels not assessed and evaluated
by the specialize physician.
5. Resident 17 did not received his Methadone
(narcotic pain medication) on multiple
occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
6. Resident 76 did not received his Methadone
on multiple occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
7. Resident 9 did not received her Lyrica
(medication that treats nerve and muscle pain)
on multiple occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase neuropathy pain (nerve
pain).
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
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8. Resident 28 did not received her Toradol
(pain medication) on multiple occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
9. Resident 56 did not received her Fentanyl
patch (narcotic pain medication) and Percocet
(narcotic pain medication) on multiple
occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
10. Resident 57 did not received his Bactrim
(antibiotic for urinary tract infection [UTI]) as a
prophylaxis for UTI on multiple occasions.
This failure could jeopardize Resident 57's
health and safety for putting the resident at risk
of developing UTI.
11. Resident 197 did not received his Travatan
eye drop (for treatment of glaucoma - eye
disease that can cause vision loss and
blindness) and Xalatan eye drop (for treatment
of glaucoma).
This failure could jeopardize Resident 197's
health and safety for not receiving the
resident's prescribed medication for his
glaucoma.
12. Resident 90 did not received her
Gabapentin (for neuropathy) on multiple
occasions.
This failure put the resident at risk to
experience increase neuropathy pain.
13. Resident 43 did not received her Morphine
(narcotic pain medication) on multiple
occasions.
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DATE
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
14. Resident 42's +3 pitting edema (swelling of
a body part, when pressed creates an
indentation - measured from +1 = slight
indentation to +4 = deep indentation) that was
identified on September 4, 2018, had no
documented evidence a care plan was
developed.
This failure resulted for the resident not
receiving a comprehensive person-centered
care plan that addressed and managed
Resident 42's +3 pitting edema.
15. Resident 42's assessment for the used of
device for appropriate positioning of resident's
flaccid feet related to hemiplegia (paralysis on
half of the body) was not conducted.
This failure put the resident at risk for skin
breakdown and discomfort from the use of
inappropriate positioning device.
Findings:
1. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included myalgia (muscle
pain), lumbago (low back pain), and chronic
pain syndrome. Resident 44 had cognitive
decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
"...fentanyl...patch 72 hour; 12 mcg/hr
(microgram/hour)...apply 1 patch transdermal
(application of a medication through the
skin)...Every 72 Hours; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered February 3, 2018.
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, indicated Resident 44's
fentanyl patch was scheduled to be changed
on September 10, 2018.
Further review of Resident 44's eMAR for
September 2018, indicated the following:
- "...Monitor FENTANYL patch placement Qshift...
- 09/10/2018 03:56 PM...waiting on pharmacy
to deliver...
- 09/12/2018 03:01 PM...PHARMACY WILL
FAX (name of doctor) for continuous (sic)...
- 09/12/2018 05:18 PM Not Administered: On
Hold...
- 09/13/2018 02:10 AM Not Administered: On
Hold...
- 09/13/2018 01:42 PM Not Administered: On
Hold...
- 09/13/2018 04:20 PM Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable...
- 09/14/2018 01:09 AM Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable...
- 09/15/2018 11:38 AM Not
Administered...off..."
Resident 44's Fentanyl patch narcotic count
sheet with a delivery date of the medication on
August 10, 2018, containing 10 patch indicated
the 10th patch was used on September 7,
2018.
Resident 44's Fentanyl patch narcotic count
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sheet with a delivery date of the medication on
September 15, 2018, containing 5 patch
indicated the first patch was used on
September 16, 2018.
There was no documented evidence Resident
44's Fentanyl patch was administered on
September 10 to 15, 2018.
On September 25, 2018, at 11:50 a.m.,
Resident 44 was interviewed. Resident 44
stated she was always in pain because of her
myalgia. Resident 44 stated her Fentanyl patch
was important for her to have so she could
manage her pain due to myalgia.
Resident 44 stated the fentanyl patch would not
completely remove her pain but the medication
would helped to bring down her pain on a
tolerable level.
Resident 44 stated she had several days in the
month of September 2018 where she did not
have the fentanyl patch. Resident 44 stated the
nurses told her the fentanyl patch was not
available because the pharmacy was waiting
for the physician's authorization.
Resident 44 stated her pain level on the days
she did not have the fentanyl patch were "8 out
of 10" (pain rating scale 0 to 10: 8-10 severe
pain). Resident 44 stated because of severe
pain she mostly stayed in bed.
Resident 44 further stated, "I sleep it off...so
not to feel the pain."
On October 1, 2018, at 5:38 p.m., a concurrent
record review and interview was conducted
with Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment
tool) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2.
MDS/LVN 2 verified fentanyl patch was not
given to Resident 44 from September 10 to
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September 15, 2018, because it was not
available.
MDS/LVN 2 verified there was no documented
evidence Resident 44's pain assessment was
conducted on September 10 to 15, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 verified there was no documented
evidence MD was notified of the fentanyl patch
not administered to Resident 44 when it was
not available.
On September 28, 2018, at 1:05 p.m., LVN 5
was interviewed. LVN 5 stated she was the
nurse assigned to Resident 44 on September
13, 2018. LVN 5 stated Resident 44 was
scheduled for a fentanyl patch on that day, but
the medication was not available.
LVN 5 stated Resident 44 needed her fentanyl
patch for pain management. LVN 5 stated the
fentanyl patch was not available because the
pharmacy was waiting for the physician's
authorization.
LVN 5 stated she did not followed up with the
pharmacy for the status of Resident 44's
fentanyl patch refill. LVN 5 stated she should
have coordinated with the pharmacy in
obtaining the physician's authorization for
fentanyl patch order.
LVN 5 stated she did not notified the physician
when Resident 44's fentanyl patch was not
available. LVN 5 stated she should have
notified the physician and asked for alternative
pain medication when fentanyl patch was not
available for Resident 44.
LVN 5 stated she did not have documented
evidence of Resident 44's pain assessment on
September 13, 2018, when she was the
assigned nurse.
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On September 25, 2018, at 3:15 p.m., the
Director of Nursing (DON) was interviewed.
The DON stated she was not aware the
fentanyl patch for Resident 44 was not
available because the pharmacy was waiting
for the physician's authorization.
The DON stated the nurses should have
notified the physician when fentanyl was not
available. The DON stated the nurses should
have asked the physician for alternative pain
medication while fentanyl patch was not
available for Resident 44.
The DON stated it is not acceptable for
Resident 44 not to have the fentanyl patch nor
an alternative pain medication for several days.
On October 1, 2018, Resident 44's care plan
for pain with a reviewed and revised date of
September 24, 2018 was reviewed. The care
plan for pain indicated, "...Goal...Resident will
be pain free or relieved from
pain...Approach...Administer pain medication
as ordered...Assess level of pain...Consult MD
if above measures fail to provide adequate pain
relief..."
2. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included diabetes.
Resident 44 had cognitive decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
- "...Levemir...100 unit/mL (milliliter)...80
units...Once A Day; 06:30 AM..." date ordered
July 25, 2018; and
- "...Novolin R...per sliding scale (progressive
increase on the insulin dose, based on preFORM CMS-2567(02-99) Previous Versions Obsolete
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defined blood glucose ranges...Before Meals;
06:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 04:30 PM..." date
ordered January 8, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's blood sugar was not
documented on August 25, 2018, at 11:30
a.m.;
- From August 1 to 31, 2018, Resident 44's
blood sugar level ranges from 230 mg/dl
(milligram/deciliter) to 400 mg/dl (above 126
mg/dl was diabetic); and
- Resident 44 was receiving Novolin R every
day from August 1 to 31, 2018, at 6:30 a.m.,
11:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m., except on August
25, 2018, at 11:30 a.m.
Resident 44's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's blood sugar was not
documented on September 22, 2018, at 6:30
a.m.
- Resident 44's Levemir insulin was not
administered on September 22, 2018, at 6:30
a.m.
- From September 1 to 25, 2018, Resident 44's
blood sugar level ranges from 262 mg/dl to 461
mg/dl; and
- Resident 44 was receiving Novolin R every
day from September 1 to 25, 2018, at 6:30
a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m., except on
September 22, 2018, at 6:30 a.m.
On October 1, 2018, at 2:37 p.m., a concurrent
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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record review and interview was conducted
with Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment
tool) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2.
MDS/LVN 2 verified:
- Resident 44's eMAR for the month of August
2018, had no documented evidence Resident
44's blood sugar level was documented on
August 25, 2018, at 11:30 a.m.; and
- Resident 44's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, had no documented evidence
Resident 44's blood sugar level was
documented on September 22, 2018 and the
Levemir insulin was not administered to the
resident on September 22, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 stated if there was no
documentation on the eMAR it means the
blood sugar was not checked and the insulin
was not given.
MDS/LVN 2 stated it was important for
Resident 44's blood sugar to be checked
before each meal, and insulin to be
administered as indicated on the physician's
order.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated monitoring of blood
sugar level and administering the prescribed
insulin to Resident 44 should be done to help
manage the resident's diabetes and to prevent
adverse consequences of having a high blood
sugar level.
On October 1, 2018, Resident 44's care plan
for diabetes with a reviewed and revised date
of September 27, 2018 was reviewed. The care
plan for diabetes indicated, "...Goal...Resident's
blood sugar level will remain stable...Resident's
sign and symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia will
improve with interventions...Approach...Blood
sugar checked as ordered...Follow sliding scale
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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if applicable...Insulin as ordered..."
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Medication Administration Times," dated July
6, 2018, indicated, "...Facility should ensure
that authorized personnel...administer
medications according to times of
administration as determined by...physician..."
3a. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included hypertension (high
blood pressure) and congestive heart failure
(CHF - a condition that affects the pumping
power of the heart muscles). Resident 44 had
cognitive decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
- "...Lisinopril (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 5 mg (milligram)...1 tablet; oral...hold for
sbp (systolic blood pressure - the first number
on the blood pressure (BP) reading) less than
100...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
January 8, 2018;
- "...metoprolol (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 100 mg...1 tablet; oral ...hold for sbp
less than 100...Twice A Day; 09:00 AM, 05:00
PM ..." date ordered January 8, 2018;
- " ...spironolactone (medication for CHF)
tablet; 25 mg...0.5 tablet; oral...hold for sbp less
than 100...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered January 8, 2018;
Resident 44's physician's order had no
documented evidence the resident's
antihypertensive medications were changed
nor discontinued after January 8, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's BP was 98/68 on September
15, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 98/62 on September
21, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet); and
- Resident 44's BP was 92/68 on September
28, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Lisinopril 5 mg (1 tablet), Metoprolol 100 mg (1
tablet), and Spironolactone 25 mg (1/2 tablet).
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for September 1
to 25, 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's BP was 98/62 on September 5,
2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 93/60 on September 7,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Lisinopril 5 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 98/56 on September
12, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 98/72 on September
17, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet); and
- Resident 44's BP was 98/66 on September
22, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., the resident was given
Lisinopril 5 mg (1 tablet), Metoprolol 100 mg (1
tablet), and Spironolactone 25 mg (1/2 tablet).
On October 1, 2018, at 9:31 a.m., a concurrent
record review and interview was conducted
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with Registered Nurse (RN) 2. RN 2 verified
Resident 44 had the following medications:
Lisinopril, Metoprolol, and Spironolactone.
RN 2 stated Resident 44's antihypertensive
medications were not change nor discontinued
since the order date of January 8, 2018.
RN 2 verified Resident 44's antihypertensive
medications were administered on multiple
occasions to the resident when Resident 44's
BP was below the indicated sbp parameter.
RN 2 stated Resident 44 should have not given
the antihypertensive medications when her sbp
was below indicated parameter. RN 2 stated
the resident would be at risk for hypotension.
3b. On September 25, 2018, Resident 61's
record was reviewed. Resident 61 was
readmitted to the facility on May 21, 2018.
Resident 61 was self-responsible.
Resident 61 physician's order indicated,
"...carvedilol (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 6.25 mg (milligram); oral...for HTN
(hypertension - high blood pressure). Hold for
sbp (systolic blood pressure - the first number
on the blood pressure (BP) reading) < (less
than) 120...Twice A Day; 09:00 AM, 05:00
PM..." date ordered May 25, 2018.
Resident 61's physician's order had no
documented evidence the resident's
antihypertensive medications where change
nor discontinued after May 25, 2018.
Resident 61's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 61's BP was 110/70 on August 14,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
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Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 108/70 on August 16,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 110/70 on August 21,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 107/72 on August 23,
2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg; and
- Resident 61's BP was 116/69 on August 30,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
Resident 61's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for September 1
to 25, 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 61's BP was 110/70 on September
4, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 112/68 on September
8, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 117/62 on September
9, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 109/58 on September
12, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg; and
- Resident 61's BP was 117/57 on September
14, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
On September 28, 2018, at 9:55 a.m., a
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 stated when the resident have
antihypertensive medication, the blood
pressure (BP) should be checked first.
LVN 4 stated if the blood pressure reading was
below the indicated parameters, the
antihypertensive medication should not be
given.
LVN 4 stated when antihypertensive
medication was given to the resident with the
blood pressure below indicated parameter,
there could be a risk for the resident to have
hypotension.
LVN 4 verified Resident 61 received Carvedilol
on multiple occasions on the month of August
and September 2018, when the resident's BP
was below indicated parameter.
LVN 4 verified she was the nurse, as
documented in the eMAR, who administered
the Carvedilol to Resident 61 below indicated
parameter on the following dates:
- August 14, 16, 21, and 30, 2018; and
- September 4, 8, and 12, 2018.
LVN 4 stated she should have not administered
the Carvedilol to Resident 61 when the
resident's BP was below indicated parameter.
3c. On September 25, 2018, Resident 74's
record was reviewed. Resident 74 was
admitted to the facility on February 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included hypertension (high
blood pressure). Resident 74 was selfresponsible.
Resident 74 physician's order indicated,
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- "...atenolol (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 50 mg (milligram)...1 tablet; oral...hold
for SBP (systolic blood pressure - the first
number on the blood pressure (BP) reading)
less than 100...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered May 31, 2018;
- "...Lasix (antihypertensive medication) tablet;
20 mg...1 tablet; oral...hold for systolic B/P
(blood pressure) < 100 Once A Day; 09:00
AM..." date ordered May 31, 2018; and
- " ...diltiazem (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 60 mg; oral...hold for SBP less (sic)110
Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered July
23, 2018.
Resident 74 physician's order had no
documented evidence the resident's
antihypertensive medications where change
nor discontinued after the ordered date.
Resident 74's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 74's BP was 108/60 on August 7,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Diltiazem 60 mg;
- Resident 74's BP was 104/60 on August 10,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Diltiazem 60 mg; and
- Resident 74's BP was 99/77 on August 16,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given Atenolol
50 mg, Diltiazem 60 mg, and Lasix 20mg.
On September 28, 2018, at 10 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 stated when the resident have
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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antihypertensive medication, the blood
pressure (BP) should be checked first.
LVN 4 stated if the blood pressure reading was
below the indicated parameters, the
antihypertensive medication should not be
given.
LVN 4 stated when antihypertensive
medication was given to the resident with the
blood pressure below indicated parameter,
there could be a risk for the resident to have
hypotension.
LVN 4 verified Resident 74 received
antihypertensive medications on multiple
occasions on the month of August 2018, when
the resident's BP was below indicated
parameter.
LVN 4 verified she was the nurse, as
documented in the eMAR, who administered
the Atenolol, Diltiazem, and Lasix to Resident
61 below indicated parameter on August 16,
2018.
LVN 4 stated she should have not administered
Resident 61's antihypertensive medications
when the resident's BP was below indicated
parameter.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Administering Medications," dated July 6,
2018, indicated, "...Medications shall be
administered in a safe and timely manner, and
as prescribed...The following information must
be checked/verified for each resident prior to
administering medications...Vital signs, if
necessary..."
4. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
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with diagnoses that included diabetes.
Resident 44 had cognitive decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
"...Endocrinology consult...PLS (please) CALL
MAKE APPT (appointment)..." date ordered
July 25, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- From August 1 to 31, 2018, Resident 44's
blood sugar level ranges from 230 mg/dl
(milligram/deciliter) to 400 mg/dl (above 126
mg/dl was diabetic);
- Resident 44 was receiving Levemir insulin 80
units at 6:30 a.m. and 40 units at bedtime; and
- Resident 44 was receiving Novolin R every
day from August 1 to 31, 2018, three times a
day before meals.
Resident 44's eMAR for September 1 to 25,
2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's blood sugar level ranges from
262 mg/dl to 461 mg/dl;
- Resident 44 was receiving Levemir insulin 80
units at 6:30 a.m. and 40 units at bedtime; and
- Resident 44 was receiving Novolin R every
day from September 1 to 25, 2018, three times
a day before meals.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:35 a.m., Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1 was interviewed.
LVN 1 stated if there were an order for consult,
the charge nurse would be the one responsible
for the follow up and setting up of the
appointment for the resident.
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LVN 1 stated if there would be a need for
insurance approval before making the consult
appointment, the charge nurse would refer it to
the social services.
LVN 1 stated there was no documented
evidence an appointment was made for
Resident 44's endocrinology consult that was
ordered on July 25, 2018 nor a reason for not
obtaining the consult appointment.
LVN 1 stated the charge nurse who received
the endocrinology consult should have made
an appointment. LVN 1 stated it was important
to schedule Resident 44's endocrinology
consult because of the resident's uncontrolled
high blood sugar levels.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Referral to Outside Agencies," dated July 6,
2018, indicated, "...Referrals can be made by
the Social Services Director, licensed nurse, or
a member of the IDT based on a resident's
individualized, specific needs identified through
interviews, evaluations, and assessments..."
5. On September 27, 2018, Resident 17's
record was reviewed. Resident 17 was
admitted to the facility on December 16, 2016,
with diagnoses that included unspecified pain.
Resident 17's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, was reviewed . The
physician's orders in the eMAR indicated
Methadone tablet 5 mg (milligrams) to
administer 0.5 mg tablet by mouth every 12
hours for pain management with the goal of
"pain level of 0-2/10 (0-2 in a scale of 0-10
being 10 the worst pain)."
Further review of Resident 17's eMAR
indicated, the resident did not receive his
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Methadone dose on the following dates:
- September 15, 16, and 18, 2018 at 9 a.m. and
9 p.m.
- September 19, 2018 the dose at 9 a.m.
On September 27, 2018 at 10 a.m., an
interview was conducted with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. LVN 2 stated when
medications are not available, the licensed
nurse should call the pharmacy and asks when
the facility is going to receive the medication.
LVN 2 further stated she follows up with
pharmacy usually after rounds and calls the
pharmacy again at the end of the shift.
On September 28, 2018, at 11:20 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 verified the
Methadone doses were not administered to
Resident 17 on September 15, 16, 18, and 19,
2018.
LVN 3 stated there was no assessment for pain
conducted on September 15, 16, 18, and 19,
2018 for Resident 17.
On October 1, 2018 at 10:35 a.m., an interview
was conducted with Resident 17. Resident 17
stated he was aware and was notified
Methadone was not available by the licensed
nurses. Resident 17 stated when he did not
received his Methadone, his pain scale was 8
out of 10.
Resident 17 further stated it was generalized
pain and "It was very bad pain for several
days."
6. On September 28, 2018, at 10:33 a.m.,
Resident 76's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
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/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
76 was admitted to the facility on August 8,
2018, with diagnoses that included pain in
unspecified lower leg, low back pain, fracture of
the right tibial tuberosity (a bone on the right
knee), and psychoactive (a medication that
changes brain function) substance dependence
of methadone.
Resident 76's history and physical indicated the
resident had the capacity to make health care
decisions.
Resident 76's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...methadone...10 mg (milligram - a unit of
measurement)...1 tablet; oral...Twice A
Day...chronic pain management...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/09/2018, 9:00
AM...08/15/2018, 5:00 PM...08/17/2018, 9:00
AM... 8/17/2018, 5:00 PM..."
Resident 76's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...methadone tablet; 10 mg...0.5 tablet;
oral...At Bedtime...for pain management...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/07/2018, 9:00
PM...09/08/2018, 9:00 PM...09/09/2018, 9:00
PM...and 09/10/2018, 9:00 PM..."
In a concurrent interview MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged methadone was not
administered to Resident 76 on multiple
occasions because the drug was unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
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evidence Resident 76's pain assessments were
conducted when the methadone was not
administered to the resident on those dates.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of methadone for Resident 76.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:46 a.m., Resident 76
was observed awake, alert, and lying in bed.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 76 stated,
he was told by the nurses when his methadone
was unavailable but he could not recall the
exact dates when it was.
Resident 76 stated he needed the methadone
to control his chronic pain. Resident 76 further
stated he felt "terrible pain" whenever
methadone was not administered to him.
7. On September 28, 2018, at 11:03 a.m.,
Resident 9's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
9 was admitted to the facility on August 29,
2017, with diagnoses that included peripheral
vascular disease (a condition in which
narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to
the limbs), and radiculopathy (a pinched nerve
causing pain).
Resident 9's history and physical indicated she
had the capacity to understand and make
health care decisions.
Resident 9's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...Lyrica (pregabalin) capsule; 75 mg...1
capsule; oral...Twice A Day...neuropathy...
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Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: 09/13/2018, 9:00
AM...09/13/2018, 5:00 PM...09/14/2018, 9:00
AM..."
In a concurrent interview MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged lyrica was not administered to
Resident 9 on multiple occasions because the
drug was unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 9's pain assessments were
conducted when the lyrica was not
administered to the resident on those dates.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of lyrica for Resident 9.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:52 a.m., Resident 9
was observed sitting on her wheelchair inside
her room.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 9 stated
she was made aware by the nurse on multiple
occasions that lyrica was unavailable, but could
not recall the exact dates when it was.
Resident 9 stated she felt "terrible" when she
missed her lyrica medication.
Resident 9 further stated she felt as if there
was a "tight band-aid" around her fingers, and
her fingers were numb, and felt like "more than
a tingling sensation."
8. On September 28, 2018, at 10:41 a.m.,
Resident 28's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
28 was admitted to the facility on June 29,
2018, with diagnoses that included unspecified
pain, and malignant neoplasm of the colon
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(cancer of the large intestine).
Resident 28's history and physical indicated he
had the capacity to understand and make
medical decisions.
Resident 28's electronic medicaion
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...tramadol...tablet; 50 mg...50 MG;
oral...Every 4 Hours...PAIN MANAGEMENT...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/04/2018, 6:00
AM...08/04/2018, 10:00 AM...and 08/04/2018,
2:00 PM..."
Resident 28's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...tramadol...tablet; 50 mg...50 MG;
oral...Every 4 Hours...PAIN MANAGEMENT...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/04/2018, 10:00
AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged tramadol was not administered
on multiple occasions because the drug was
unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 28's pain assessment was
conducted when tramadol medications were
not administered to the resident on those
dates.
LVN/MDSN stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of tramadol for Resident 28.
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On October 1, 2018, at 10:39 a.m., Resident 28
was observed awake and alert, and lying in
bed.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 28 stated
he was made aware by the nurse on multiple
occasions that tramadol was unavailable, but
could not recall the exact dates when it was.
Resident 28 further stated when he missed his
tramadol medication, he felt "terrible pain" from
his legs all the way up to his body.
9. On September 28, 2018, at 10:58 a.m.,
Resident 56's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
56 was admitted to the facility on June 17,
2018, with diagnoses that included non-healing
wounds of both lower extremities, pain in right
shoulder, and dorsalgia (low-back pain).
Resident 56's history and physical indicated
she had the capacity to understand and make
health care decisions.
Resdient 56's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...fentanyl...patch 72 hour; 12 mcg/hr
(microgram per hour- a unit of
measurement)...1 patch; transdermal...Every
72 Hours...for pain control...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: August 4, 2018, 9:00
AM...and 8/16/2018, 9:00 AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged fentanyl patch was not
administered on multiple occasions because
the drug was unavailable.
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MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 56's pain assessments were
conducted when fentanyl patch were not
administered on those dates.
LVN/MDSN stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of fentanly patch for Resident 56.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:41 a.m., Resident 56
was observed awake and alert, while sitting at
the side of her bed, rubbing her legs with her
hands.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 56 stated
she currently had severe pain on both lower
legs and she just took her pain medication.
Resident 56 stated the nurse had informed her
on multiple occasions when her fentanyl patch
was unavailable. Resident 56 further stated she
felt "terrible pain' when fentanyl patch was not
given to her.
10. On September 28, 2018, Resident 57's
record was reviewed. Resident 57 was
admitted to the facility on April 14, 2018, with
diagnoses that included benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH - enlarged prostate gland
that can cause uncomfortable urinary
symptoms, such as blocking the flow of urine
out of the bladder...cause bladder, urinary tract
or kidney problems with lower urinary tract
infection [UTI]).
The physician's order dated August 9, 2018,
indicated, "Bactrim...400-800 mg (milligram)...1
tablet Once A Day Every Other Day for
prophylaxis (action taken to prevent disease)..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated Bactrim 400-800
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mg was documented not available and not
administered on September 2, 4, 10, and 12,
2018.
On September 28, 2018, at 9:33 a.m.,
Registered Nurse (RN) 1 was interviewed. RN
1 verified Bactrim was not administered to
Resident 57 on September 2, 4, 10, and 12,
2018, because it was not available.
RN 1 stated the Bactrim was in the OMNIcell
(ADDS - automatic drug dispenser system). RN
1 further stated Bactrim should have taken out
from the OMNIcell and should have been
administered to Resident 57 on September 2,
4, 10, and 12, 2018.
In addition, RN 1 stated the physician should
have been called and informed the Bactrim was
not administered as ordered on September 2,
4, 10, and 12, 2018.
RN 1 stated Resident 57 had recurrent history
of UTI's. RN 1 further stated it is a physician's
order that had to be followed to prevent
worsening of UTI into sepsis (generalized
spread of infection in the body).
11. On September 28, 2018, Resident 197's
record was reviewed. Resident 197 was
admitted to the facility on September 21, 2018,
with diagnoses that included glaucoma.
The physician's order dated September 21,
2018, indicated:
- "Travatan Z...drops; 0.04 % (percent); amt
(amount): 1 drop per eye...At Bedtime..."; and
- "Xalatan...drops; 0.005 %; amt: 1 drop per
eye...At Bedtime..."
Resident 197's electronic Medication
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44610 Monterey Ave
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Administration Record (eMAR) for September
2018, indicated Travatan and Xalatan were not
available and were not administered on
September 22, 2018.
On September 28, 2018, at 10:22 a.m., the
Registered Nurse (RN) and Minimum Data Set
(MDS - an assessment tool) / Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) was interviewed. RN 1
stated medications for newly admitted residents
were usually available on the same day or the
next day for the first dose administration.
RN 1 stated the physician should have been
informed the eyedrop medications fro Resident
197 were not available and not administered as
ordered on September 22, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 stated, Resident 197 was up and
about and need his eye medication to maintain
adequate vision and function especially when
performing activities of daily living (ADL).
On October 1, 2018, at 10:00 a.m., Resident
197 was interviewed. Resident 197 stated his
right eye had no vision and the left eye gets
blurry if he missed his eye medications.
Resident 197 further stated, it affects how he
see things and and how he functions.
12. On September 17, 2018, Resident 90's
record was reviewed. Resident 90 was
admitted to the facility on November 1, 2016,
with diagnoses that included unspecified pain
and history of fracture (break in the bone) on
the right femur (thighbone).
The care plan dated November 30, 2017,
indicated, "Problem...Resident expressed
alteration in Comfort and Daily Activity due to
presence of pain...Approach...Administer pain
medication as ordered...Gabapentin (nerve
pain medication) 400 mg (milligrams) PO (by
mouth) Q (every) 8 hours..."
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44610 Monterey Ave
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The August 2018 electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) indicated
Resident 90 had a physician's order, with a
start date of June 1, 2018, for gabapentin
capsule 400 one capsule to be given by mouth
every eight hours for neuropathy.
Further review of the August 2018 eMAR
indicated, the gabapentin 400 mg was not
administered to Resident 90 due to medication
unavailability on the following dates:
- August 1, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 2, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 3, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 5, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 6, 2018, at 6 a.m.; and
- August 9, 2018 at 6 a.m.
There was no documented evidence the
licensed nurse had notified the physician on
Resident 90's missed doses of gabapentin on
those dates. In addition, there was no
documented evidence the licensed nurse had
monitored the resident on the possible side
effects of the missed doses.
On October 1, 2018, at 8:47 a.m., Resident
90's record was reviewed with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 6. LVN 6 verified her
electronic signatures for the missed doses of
gabapentin. LVN 6 stated she was not able to
administer the gabapentin because the
medication was not available on August 1, 2, 3,
5, 6, and 9, 2018.
LVN 6 further stated she did not notify Resident
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44610 Monterey Ave
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90's physician on the missed doses of
gabapentin on those dates.
LVN 6 stated she did not assess the resident
for pain when the medication was not given.
LVN 6 further stated Resident 90 would be in
pain if she missed a dose of her gabapentin.
LVN 6 stated she did not notify the pharmacy
on the medication unavailability.
LVN 6 stated she should have notified Resident
90's physician on the missed doses of
Gabapentin and assessed the resident for pain
due to the missed doses of Gabapentin.
13. On September 26, 2018, Resident 43's
record was reviewed. Resident 46 was
admitted to the facility on April 16, 2018, with
diagnoses that included multiple sclerosis
(disease in which the immune system eats
away at the protective covering of the nerves)
and open wound to right thigh sequela
(condition that is the consequence of a
previous disease or injury)
The physician's order dated September 3,
2017, indicated, "morphine...tablet extended
release...15 mg (milligrams)...1 tablet
oral...every 12 hours...for pain management..."
The Nursing Pain Evaluation Assessment
dated July 30, 2018, indicated Resident 43 was
at risk for pain related to her diagnosis of
multiple sclerosis
The care plan dated August 2, 2018, indicated,
"Problem...Resident expressed alteration in
Comfort and Daily Activity due to presence of
pain...as caused
by...wound...contractures...Spasm...Multiple
Sclerosis...Approach...Administer pain
medication as ordered...Morphine 15 mg PO q
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(every) 12h (hours)..."
The August 2018 electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) indicated the
licensed nurse was not able to administer the
Morphine 15 mg tablet for pain due to
medication unavailability on the following dates:
- August 6, 2018, at 9 p.m.;
- August 7, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- August 8, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- August 8, 2018, at 9 p.m.; and
- August 23, 2018 at 9 p.m.
The September 2018 eMAR indicated the
licensed nurse was not able to administer the
Morphine 15 mg tablet for pain due to
medication unavailability on the following dates:
- September 8, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 14, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- September 15, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 16, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- September 17, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 18, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 19, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September20, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
and
- September 21, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
There was no documented evidence Resident
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44610 Monterey Ave
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43 was assessed and monitored for pain when
the medication Morphine was not administered
due to medication unavailability in August 2018
and September 2018.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:36 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 3. LVN 3 stated he was not able to
administer the 9 a.m. dose of the Morphine
tablet to Resident 43 on September 8, 14, 15,
16, 17, 18, and 21, 2018, because it was
unavailable.
LVN 3 stated Resident 43 would be
experiencing pain if the medication Morphine
was not administered. LVN 3 further stated he
did not assess Resident 43's pain when the
Morphine was not given on those dates.
LVN 3 stated he did not have documented
evidence the physician was notified when the
morphine was not administered to Resident 43
on those dates.
LVN 3 stated he should have assessed and
monitored Resident 43 for the possible side
effects from missing the dose of morphine on
multiple occasions.
14. On September 24, 2018, at 3:06 p.m., an
observation and an interview was conducted on
Resident 42. Resident 42 was sitting in his
motorized wheelchair. Resident 42 was
wearing a sock on his right foot, and a shoe on
his left foot.
Resident 42's right foot was observed to be
swollen from ankle down. Resident 42's right
foot had a cloth velcro and was strapped to the
right side of the bar close to his wheelchair foot
rest.
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Resident 42's feet were flaccid (loose and
floppy) and did not have any form of device or
cushion on the wheelchair foot rest for the
resident's foot support.
Resident 42 stated the swelling on his right foot
started a couple of weeks ago. Resident 42
stated he was not able to wear a shoe on his
right foot because it was swollen.
Resident 42 stated he stayed sitted in his
wheelchair most of the time during the day.
Resident 42 stated he did not have movement
or feeling from waist down, so he was not able
to move his feet.
On September 25, 2018, at 10:30 a.m.,
Resident 42's record was reviewed with
Registered Nurse (RN) 2. Resident 42 was readmitted to the facility on June 12, 2018, with
diagnoses that included quadriplegia (type of
paralysis caused by illness or injury that results
in partial or total loss of use on all four limbs
and torso); and disorder of kidney and ureter.
The nursing progress notes dated September
4, 2018, indicated the licensed nurse identified
a + 3 pitting edema on Resident 42's right foot.
Further review of Resident 42's nursing
progress notes indicated, Resident 42 was
monitored for the complications of the edema
to his right foot from September 4 to
September 6, 2018. There were no
documented evidence regarding the status of
Resident 42's right foot edema after September
6, 2018.
In addition, there was no documented evidence
the facility had provided measures and
interventions to prevent further complications
on Resident 42's right foot edema nor Resident
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42's right foor edema was identified by the
facility as an ongoing medical issue.
In a concurrent interview, RN 2 stated there
was no documented evidence of a current plan
of treatment for Resident 42's right foot edema.
RN 2 stated the licensed nurse who had
identified the edema on Spetember 4, 2018,
should have initiated a care plan to address the
edema.
RN 2 further stated Resident 42's edema
should have been evaluated by the licensed
nurses after the monitoring was completed on
September 6, 2018.
RN 2 stated the nurses should have notified the
physician on Resident 42's current edema of
the right foot.
RN 2 stated the Certified Nursing Assistants
(CNAs) should have elevated the affected foot,
and the licensed nurses should have monitored
the resident for changes or complications
related to his edema.
15. On September 24, 2018, at 3:06 p.m., an
observation and an interview was conducted on
Resident 42. Resident 42 was sitting in his
motorized wheelchair. Resident 42 was
wearing a sock on his right foot, and a shoe on
his left foot.
Resident 42's right foot was observed to be
swollen from ankle down. Resident 42's right
foot had a cloth velcro and was strapped to the
right side of the bar close to his wheelchair foot
rest.
Resident 42's feet were flaccid (loose and
floppy) and did not have any form of device or
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cushion on the wheelchair foot rest for the
resident's foot support.
Resident 42 stated the swelling on his right foot
started a couple of weeks ago. Resident 42
stated he was not able to wear a shoe on his
right foot because it was swollen.
Resident 42 stated he stayed sitted in his
wheelchair most of the time during the day.
Resident 42 stated he did not have movement
or feeling from waist down, so he was not able
to move his feet.
Resident 42 stated he had asked the CNA to
strap his right foot to the bar near the right side
of his footrest, for positioning. Resident 42
stated he used the velcro strap to secure his
right foot so it would not move about when he
is up in his wheelchair.
On September 25, 2018, at 10:30 a.m.,
Resident 42 was observed in his wheelchair on
the hallway. Resident's feet were both strapped
together with the velcro strap. Resident 42's
wheelchair foot rest did not have any form of
device or cushion to support the resident's feet.
On September 25, 2018, at 11:15 a.m.,
Resident 42's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurrse (LVN) 2. Resident
42 was re-admitted to the facility on June 12,
2018, with diagnoses that included quadriplegia
(type of paralysis caused by illness or injury
that results in partial or total loss of use on all
four limbs and torso).
There was no documented evidence Resident
42 was assessed for the use of a velcro strap
as a positioning device for his lower
extremities.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2 stated
the rehabilitation department were responsible
for determining the appropriate positioning
device the resident needed.
MDS/LVN 2 stated Resident 42 did not have a
care plan on the use of velcro straps as a
positining device. In addition, MDS/LVN 2
stated there was no documented evidence the
facility had identified Resident 42's practice to
use the velcro strap as a positioning device for
his lower extremities
MDS/LVN 2 stated the velcro strap was
inappropriate to use as a positioning device for
Resident 42. MDS/LVN 2 stated Resident 42
should have been assessed for the appropriate
positioning device to use for his lower
extremities.
MDS/LVN 2 stated Resident 42 was not able to
move and feel his lower extremities due to
quadreplegia and using an inappropriate
positioning device would put the resident at risk
for skin breakdown and other complications.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Assistive Equipment and Devices," dated July
6, 2018, was reviewed. The policy indicated,
"...Recommendations for the use of devices
and equipment are based on the comprhensive
assessment and documented in the resident's
plan of care...
The following factors will be addressed to the
extent possible to decrease the risk of
avoidable accidents associated with devices
and equipments...
Appropriateness for resident condition - the
resident will be assessed for lower extremity
strength, range of motion, balance and
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cognitive abilities when determining the safest
use of devices and equipment..."
F755
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Pharmacy
Srvcs/Procedures/Pharmacist/Records
CFR(s): 483.45(a)(b)(1)-(3)
F755
10/28/2018
§483.45 Pharmacy Services
The facility must provide routine and
emergency drugs and biologicals to its
residents, or obtain them under an agreement
described in §483.70(g). The facility may
permit unlicensed personnel to administer
drugs if State law permits, but only under the
general supervision of a licensed nurse.
§483.45(a) Procedures. A facility must provide
pharmaceutical services (including procedures
that assure the accurate acquiring, receiving,
dispensing, and administering of all drugs and
biologicals) to meet the needs of each resident.
§483.45(b) Service Consultation. The facility
must employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist who§483.45(b)(1) Provides consultation on all
aspects of the provision of pharmacy services
in the facility.
§483.45(b)(2) Establishes a system of records
of receipt and disposition of all controlled drugs
in sufficient detail to enable an accurate
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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reconciliation; and
§483.45(b)(3) Determines that drug records are
in order and that an account of all controlled
drugs is maintained and periodically reconciled.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure 25 of 91
residents reviewed (Residents 44, 74, 61, 17,
9, 56, 28, 76, 77, 395, 47, 90, 43, 57, 197, 192,
25, 199, 69, 53, 194, 196, 198, 195, and 36)
prescribed medications were provided and
available for timely administration from the
period of August to September 2018.
This failure resulted for the residents not
receiving the medications as ordered by the
physician to manage and treat medical
conditions, and overall long-term health and
well-being of the residents.
Findings:
1. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included myalgia (muscle
pain), lumbago (low back pain), and chronic
pain syndrome. Resident 44 had cognitive
decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
"...fentanyl (narcotic pain medication)...patch
72 hour; 12 mcg/hr (microgram/hour)...apply 1
patch transdermal (application of a medication
through the skin)...Every 72 Hours; 09:00
AM..." date ordered February 3, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, indicated Resident 44's
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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fentanyl patch was not given to the resident
from September 10 to September 15, 2018.
Further review of Resident 44's eMAR for
September 2018, indicated the following:
- "...Monitor FENTANYL patch placement Qshift...
- 09/10/2018 03:56 PM...waiting on pharmacy
to deliver...
- 09/12/2018 03:01 PM...PHARMACY WILL
FAX (name of doctor) for continuous (sic)...
- 09/12/2018 05:18 PM Not Administered: On
Hold
- 09/13/2018 02:10 AM Not Administered: On
Hold
- 09/13/2018 01:42 PM Not Administered: On
Hold
- 09/13/2018 04:20 PM Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable
- 09/14/2018 01:09 AM Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable
- 09/15/2018 11:38 AM Not
Administered...off..."
Resident 44's fentanyl patch narcotic count
sheet, with a delivery date of the medication on
August 10, 2018, indicated 10 patch was
delivered. The fenatanyl narcotic count sheet
indicated the 10th patch was used on
September 7, 2018.
Resident 44's fentanyl patch narcotic count
sheet, with a delivery date of the medication on
September 15, 2018, indicated 5 patch was
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delivered. The fentanyl narcotic count sheet
indicated the first patch was used on
September 16, 2018.
On September 25, 2018, at 11:50 a.m.,
Resident 44 was interviewed. Resident 44
stated she was always in pain because of her
myalgia. Resident 44 stated her pain
medication was important for her to have so
she could manage her pain.
Resident 44 stated she used the fentanyl patch
for her myalgia pain. Resident 44 stated the
fentanyl patch would not completely remove
her pain but the medication helped bring down
her pain on a tolerable level.
Resident 44 stated she had several days in the
month of September 2018 where she did not
have the fentanyl patch. Resident 44 stated the
nurses told her the fentanyl patch was not
available because the pharmacy was waiting
for the physician's authorization.
Resident 44 stated her pain level on the days
she did not have the fentanyl patch were 8/10
(pain rating scale 0 to 10: 8-10 severe pain).
Resident 44 stated because of severe pain she
mostly stayed in bed.
Resident 44 further stated, "I sleep it off...so
not to feel the pain."
On September 28, 2018, at 1:05 p.m., Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 5 was interviewed.
LVN 5 stated she was the nurse assigned to
Resident 44 on September 13, 2018. LVN 5
stated Resident 44 was scheduled to receive a
fentanyl patch on that day, but the medication
was not available.
LVN 5 stated Resident 44 needed her fentanyl
patch for pain management. LVN 5 stated the
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44610 Monterey Ave
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fentanyl patch was not available because the
pharmacy was waiting for the physician's
authorization.
LVN 5 stated she did not followed up with the
pharmacy for the status of fentanyl patch refill.
LVN 5 stated she did not notified the physician
when Resident 44's fentanyl patch was not
available.
LVN 5 stated she did not have documented
evidence of Resident 44's pain assessment on
September 13, 2018, when she was the
assigned nurse. LVN 5 stated she should have
coordinated with the pharmacy in obtaining the
physician's authorization for fentanyl patch
order.
LVN 5 stated she should have notified the
physician when Resident 44's fentanyl patch
was not available. LVN 5 stated she should
have asked the physician for alternative pain
medication for Resident 44 when fentanyl patch
was not available.
On October 1, 2018, at 5:38 p.m., a concurrent
record review and interview was conducted
with the Minimum Data Set (MDS- an
assessment tool)/ Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2. MDS/LVN 2 verified the fentanyl patch
was not given to Resident 44 from September
10 to September 15, 2018, because it was not
available.
MDS/LVN 2 verified there was no documented
evidence Resident 44's pain assessment was
conducted on September 10 to 15, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 verified there was no documented
evidence the physician was notified of the
fentanyl patch not administered to Resident 44
because it was not available.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated residents'
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medication refills should be requested five days
before the last dose to ensure pharmacy would
deliver it before the medication run out.
MDS/LVN 2 stated for controlled medication
refill (such as fentanyl patch) the nurses should
have communicated with the pharmacy for the
status of the request. The nurses should have
informed the DON or the Administrator if there
was a delay with the physician authorization to
help expedite in obtaining authorization for the
controlled medication.
On September 25, 2018, at 3:15 p.m., the
Director of Nursing (DON) was interviewed.
The DON stated she was not aware the
fentanyl patch for Resident 44 was not
available because the pharmacy was waiting
for the physician's authorization.
The DON stated the nurses should have
notified the physician when fentanyl was not
available. The DON stated the nurses should
have asked the physician for alternative pain
medication while fentanyl patch was not
available for Resident 44.
The DON stated it is not acceptable for
Resident 44 not to have the fentanyl patch nor
an alternative pain medication for several days.
2. On September 24, 2018, at 9:35 a.m. a
medication pass observation on Resident 74
was conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 was observed verifying
medications with the physician's orders in the
electronic Medication Administration Record
(eMAR) as she prepared the following
medications in the medication cup:
- One tablet of aspirin (prophylaxis for stroke);
- One tablet of atenolol (medication used for
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high blood pressure - that is 140/90 or higher);
and
- One tablet of diltiazem (medication used for
high blood pressure).
On September 24, 2018, at 9:50 a.m., LVN 4
administered these medications to Resident 74
then subsequently signed the eMAR.
On September 24, 2018, at 12:30 p.m.,
Resident 74's record was reviewed. Resident
74 was admitted to the facility on February 8,
2017, with diagnoses that included
hypertension (high blood pressure).
Resident 74's physician's order indicated the
following medications were scheduled to be
administered at 9 a.m.:
- "...aspirin...81 mg (milligram)...1 tablet;
oral...Once A day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
June 29, 2017;
- "...atenolol...50 mg...1 tablet; oral...Once A
Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 31, 2018;
- "...Lasix (diuretic medication)...20 mg...1
tablet; oral...for HTN (hypertension)...Once A
Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 31, 2018;
and
- "...diltiazem...60 mg...oral...Once A day; 09:00
AM..." date ordered July 23, 2018.
On September 24, 2018, at 4:10 p.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 verified Resident
74's lasix was administered to the resident at 9
a.m.
LVN 4 was made aware the Lasix medication
was not observed to have prepared and
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administered to Resident 74.
LVN 4 stated she will check the Lasix
medication pack to verify the medication was
administered today. After checking her
medication cart, LVN 4 stated Resident 74 did
not have a medication pack for Lasix.
LVN 4 stated Resident 74's Lasix was not
available to be administered. LVN 4 stated she
made a mistake in signing the eMAR for 9 a.m.
dose today as administered.
LVN 4 stated she did not give Resident 74's
lasix today because it was not available.
3. On September 24, 2018, at 9:19 a.m. a
medication pass observation on Resident 61
was conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 was observed verifying
medications with the physician's orders in the
electronic Medication Administration Record
(eMAR) as she prepared the following
medications in the medication cup:
- One tablet of vitamin C (supplement);
- One capsule of cranberry extract (supplement
used to prevent urinary tract infection);
- One tablet of Furosemide (a diuretic
medication);
- Two capsule of milk thistle (supplement used
to treat liver problem);
- One tablet of Klor-Con (potassium chloride an electrolyte supplement)
- One tablet of sodium chloride (an electrolyte
supplement); and
- One capsule of zinc sulfate (supplement).
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LVN 4 stated Resident 61 refused the 9 a.m.
dose of his antihypertensive medication (for
high blood pressure - that is 140/90 or higher).
On September 24, 2018, at 9:30 a.m., LVN 4
administered these medications to Resident 61
then subsequently signed the eMAR.
On September 24, 2018, at 12 p.m., Resident
61's record was reviewed. Resident 61 was
readmitted to the facility on May 21, 2018, with
diagnoses that included liver cirrhosis (a liver
disease), urinary tract infection, and benign
prostatic hyperplasia (BPH - enlargement of the
prostate gland).
Resident 61's physician's order indicated the
following medications were scheduled to be
administered at 9 a.m.:
- "...vitamin C...tablet; 500 mg (milligram)...1
tab (tablet); oral...Once A day; 09:00 AM..."
date ordered May 21, 2018;
- " ...cranberry...400 mg...1 capsule; oral...Once
A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 21,
2018;
- "...sodium chloride...1 gram...1 tab;
oral...Twice A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
May 21, 2018;
- "...furosemide...20 mg...1 tab; oral...scrotal
swelling Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered May 22, 2018;
- "...potassium chloride...10 mEq
(milliequivalent)...1 tab; oral...supplement Once
A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 22,
2018;
- "...Valtrex (antiviral medication)...500 mg; 1
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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tab; oral...PPx (prophylaxis) for Viral Rash
Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
September 20, 2018;
- "...zinc sulfate...220 (50) mg...1 capsule;
oral...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." dated May 22,
2018;
- "...lactulose solution (medication for treating
liver disease); 20 gram/30 ml (milliliter)...45ml
(30g total); oral...Cirrhosis Twice A Day; 09:00
AM..." dated May 23, 2018;
- "...carvedilol tablet (medication used for high
blood pressure); 6.25 mg...oral...for HTN
(hypertension - high blood pressure)...Twice A
Day; 09:00 AM..." dated May 25, 2018; and
- "...tamsulosin (medication for BPH)...0.4
mg...1 tab; oral...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..."
dated May 31, 2018.
On September 24, 2018, at 4:04 p.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 verified Resident
61's medications: lactulose, tamsulosin, and
valtrex were scheduled to be given at 9 a.m.
LVN 4 was made aware on the following
medications not observed to have prepared
and administered to Resident 61:
- Lactulose;
- Tamsulosin; and
- Valtrex.
LVN 4 stated the Lactulose was given to
Resident 61 at 8:00 a.m., as requested by the
resident. LVN 4 stated the Tamsulosin and
Valtrex were not administered to Resident 61
because it was not available.
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LVN 4 stated when medications were not
available, medication refill should have been
requested and a follow up call should be have
been made to the pharmacy for the time of
delivery. LVN 4 stated the physician should
have been notified of medications not
administered to the residents.
LVN 4 stated the residents' medication refill
should be requested from the pharmacy five
days before the last dose. LVN 4 stated it is
important for the refill request submitted ahead
of time to ensure the resident's medication
would be available for administration.
LVN 4 stated the refill of the missing
medications were not yet delivered. LVN 1
stated she did not follow up with the pharmacy
for the status of the refill requests.
LVN 4 further stated she did not notify the
physician on Resident 61's medications:
tamsulosin and valtrex, were not given because
it was unavailable.
4. On September 27, 2018, Resident 17's
record was reviewed. Resident 17 was
admitted to the facility on December 16, 2016,
with diagnoses that included unspecified pain.
Resident 17's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, was reviewed . The
physician's orders in the eMAR indicated
Methadone tablet 5 mg (milligrams) to
administer 0.5 mg tablet by mouth every 12
hours for pain management with the goal of
"pain level of 0-2/10 (0-2 in a scale of 0-10
being 10 the worst pain)."
Further review of Resident 17's eMAR
indicated, the resident did not receive his
Methadone dose on the following dates:
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
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- September 15, 16, and 18, 2018 at 9 a.m. and
9 p.m. ; and
- September 19, 2018 the dose at 9 a.m.
On September 27, 2018 at 10 a.m., an
interview was conducted with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. LVN 2 stated when
medications are not available, the licensed
nurse should call the pharmacy and asks when
the facility is going to receive the medication.
LVN 2 further stated she follows up with
pharmacy usually after rounds and calls the
pharmacy again at the end of the shift.
On September 28, 2018, at 11:20 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 verified the
Methadone doses were not administered to
Resident 17 on September 15, 16, 18, and 19,
2018.
5. On September 28, 2018, at 11:03 a.m.,
Resident 9's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
9 was admitted to the facility on August 29,
2017, with diagnoses that included peripheral
vascular disease (a condition in which
narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to
the limbs), and radiculopathy (a pinched nerve
causing pain).
Resident 9's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...Lyrica (pregabalin) capsule; 75 mg...1
capsule; oral...Twice A Day...neuropathy...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: 09/13/2018, 9:00
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
555403
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2018
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
(X5)
COMPLETE
DATE
AM...09/13/2018, 5:00 PM...09/14/2018, 9:00
AM..."
In a concurrent interview MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged lyrica was not administered to
Resident 9 on multiple occasions because the
drug was unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of lyrica for Resident 9.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:52 a.m., Resident 9
was observed sitting on her wheelchair inside
her room. In a concurrent interview, Resident 9
stated she was made aware by the nurse on
multiple occasions that lyrica was unavailable,
but could not recall the exact dates when it
was.
6. On September 28, 2018, at 10:58 a.m.,
Resident 56's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
56 was admitted to the facility on June 17,
2018, with diagnoses that included non-healing
wounds of both lower extremities, pain in right
shoulder, and dorsalgia (low-back pain).
Resdient 56's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...fentanyl...patch 72 hour; 12 mcg/hr
(microgram per hour- a unit of
measurement)...1 patch; transdermal...Every
72 Hours...for pain control...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: August 4, 2018, 9:00
AM...and 8/16/2018, 9:00 AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
555403
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2018
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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DEFICIENCY)
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DATE
acknowledged fentanyl patch was not
administered on multiple occasions because
the drug was unavailable. LVN/MDSN 2 stated
there was no documented evidence the
physician was informed of the missed doses of
fentanly patch for Resident 56.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:41 a.m., Resident 56
was observed awake and alert, while sitting at
the side of her bed, rubbing her legs with her
hands. In a concurrent interview, Resident 56
stated she currently had severe pain on both
lower legs and she just took her pain
medication.
Resident 56 stated the nurse had informed her
on multiple occasions when her fentanyl patch
was unavailable. Resident 56 further stated she
felt "terrible pain' when fentanyl patch was not
given to her.
7. On September 28, 2018, at 10:41 a.m.,
Resident 28's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
28 was admitted to the facility on June 29,
2018, with diagnoses that included unspecified
pain, and malignant neoplasm of the colon
(cancer of the large intestine).
Resident 28's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...tramadol...tablet; 50 mg...50 MG;
oral...Every 4 Hours...PAIN MANAGEMENT...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/04/2018, 6:00
AM...08/04/2018, 10:00 AM...and 08/04/2018,
2:00 PM..."
Resident 28's eMAR for the month of
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
555403
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2018
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
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DATE
September 2018, indicated:
- "...tramadol...tablet; 50 mg...50 MG;
oral...Every 4 Hours...PAIN MANAGEMENT...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/04/2018, 10:00
AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged tramadol was not administered
on multiple occasions because the drug was
unavailable. LVN/MDSN 2 stated there was no
documented evidence the physician was
informed of the missed doses of tramadol for
Resident 28.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:39 a.m., Resident 28
was observed awake and alert, and lying in
bed. In a concurrent interview, Resident 28
stated he was made aware by the nurse on
multiple occasions that tramadol was
unavailable, but could not recall the exact dates
when it was.
Resident 28 further stated when he missed his
tramadol medication, he felt "terrible pain" from
his legs all the way up to his body.
8. On September 28, 2018, at 10:33 a.m.,
Resident 76's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
76 was admitted to the facility on August 8,
2018, with diagnoses that included pain in
unspecified lower leg, low back pain, fracture of
the right tibial tuberosity (a bone on the right
knee), and psychoactive (a medication that
changes brain function) substance dependence
of methadone.
Resident 76's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
555403
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2018
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
(X5)
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DATE
August 2018, indicated:
- "...methadone...10 mg (milligram - a unit of
measurement)...1 tablet; oral...Twice A
Day...chronic pain management...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/09/2018, 9:00
AM...08/15/2018, 5:00 PM...08/17/2018, 9:00
AM... 8/17/2018, 5:00 PM...";
"...Eliquis (apixaban) tablet...5 mg...2 tablets;
oral...Every 12 Hours...MI (myocardial
infarction- heart attack) prevention; Start/End
Date: 08/26/2018 - 08/30/2018;
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered: Drug
unavailable: 08/26/2018, 9:00 PM"; and
- "...diazepam (medication used for anxiety)...2
mg; oral...Every 8 Hours...FOR ANXIETY M/B/
CONSTANTLY CALLING/YELLING FOR
HELP..."
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable; 08/09/2018, 2:00 PM;
and 08/09/2018, 10:00 PM."
Resident 76's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...methadone tablet; 10 mg...0.5 tablet;
oral...At Bedtime...for pain management...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/07/2018, 9:00
PM...09/08/2018, 9:00 PM...09/09/2018, 9:00
PM...and 09/10/2018, 9:00 PM..."
In a concurrent interview MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged methadone was not
administered to Resident 76 on multiple
occasions because the drug was unavailable.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
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(X4) ID
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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(X5)
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DATE
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of methadone for Resident 76.
MDS/LVN 2 stated multiple medications were
not administered on several occasions because
the drugs were unavailable for the resident.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed medication administration. LVN/MDSN
further stated medications should have been
reordered on a timely manner, especially for
pain medications.
9. On September 28, 2017, at 10:47 a.m.,
Resident 77's record was reviewed with
Mimimun Data Set (MDS- an assessment tool)/
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
77 was admitted on August 30, 2018, with
diagnoses that included end stage renal
disease (kidney failure) and dependence on
renal dialysis (the process of removing excess
water, solutes, and toxins from the blood).
Resident 77's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...lanthanum tablet...1,000 mg...1 TAB
(tablet); oral...Three Times A Day...ESRD (endstage renal disease- kidney failure)...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: 08/31/2018, 9:00 AM;
and 08/31/2018, 5:00 PM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medication were not administered on
several occasions because the drug was
unavailable for the resident. MDS/LVN 2 stated
there was no documented evidence the
physician was informed of the missed
medication administration. MDS/LVN 2 further
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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44610 Monterey Ave
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(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
(X5)
COMPLETE
DATE
stated medications should have been
reordered on a timely manner.
10. On September 28, 2017, at 11:07 a.m.,
Resident 395's record was reviewed with
Mimimun Data Set (MDS- an assessment tool)/
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
395 was admitted on September 1, 2018.
Resident 395's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
-"...cetirizine...tablet; 10 mg; Amount to
Administer: 1 TAB; oral; Frequency: Once A
Day; Special Instructions: FOR: ALLERGY
RELIEF; Start/End Date: 09/01/2018 - Open
Ended;
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/09/2018, 9:00 AM;
09/11/2018, 9:00 AM; and 09/12/2018, 9:00
AM."
During a concurrent interview; LVN/MDSN
acknowledged the medication was not
administered on several occasions because the
drug was unavailable for the resident.
LVN/MDSN stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed medication administration. LVN/MDSN
further stated medications should have been
reordered on a timely manner.
11. On September 28, 2017, at 11:12 a.m.,
Resident 47's record was reviewed with
Mimimun Data Set (MDS- an assessment tool)/
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
47 was admitted on April 9, 2018.
Resident 47's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
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A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
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44610 Monterey Ave
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(X4) ID
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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DATE
- "...pantoprazole tablet...40 mg...oral...Once A
Day...GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux
disease- acid reflux)...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/24/2018, 6:30 AM;
and 08/25/2018, 6:30 AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medication were not administered on
several occasions because the drug was
unavailable for the resident. MDS/LVN 2 stated
there was no documented evidence the
physician was informed of the missed
medication administration. MDS/LVN 2 further
stated medications should have been
reordered on a timely manner.
12. On September 17, 2018, Resident 90's
record was reviewed. Resident 90 was
admitted to the facility on November 1, 2016,
with diagnoses that included unspecified pain
and history of fracture (break in the bone) on
the right femur (thighbone).
The August 2018 electronic Administration
Record (eMAR) indicated Resident 90 had a
physician's order , with a start date of June 1,
2018, for gabapentin capsule 400 one capsule
to be given by mouth every eight hours for
neuropathy (weakness, numbness, and pain
from nerve damage, usually in the hands and
feet).
The August 2018 eMAR also indicated, the
gabapentin 400 mg was not administered to
Resident 90 due to medication unavailability on
the following dates:
- August 1, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 2, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 3, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
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- August 5, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 6, 2018, at 6 a.m.; and
- August 9, 2018 at 6 a.m.
On October 1, 2018, at 8:47 a.m., Resident
90's record was reviewed with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 5. LVN 5 verified her
electronic signatures for the missed doses of
gabapentin. LVN 5 stated she was not able to
administer the gabapentin because the
medication was not available on August 1, 2, 3,
5, 6, and 9, 2018. LVN 5 stated the medication
was not in the cart. LVN 1 stated she did not
notify the pharmacy on the medication
unavailability.
13. On September 26, 2018, Resident 43's
record was reviewed. Resident 46 was
admitted to the facility on April 16, 2018, with
diagnoses that included multiple sclerosis
(disease in which the immjune system eats
away at the protective covering of the nerves)
and open wound to right thigh sequela
(condition that is the consequence of a
previous disease or injury)
The physician's order dated September 3,
2017, indicated, "morphine...tablet extended
release...15 mg (milligrams)...1 tablet
oral...every 12 hours...for pain management..."
The August 2018 electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) indicated the
licensed nurse was not able to give the
Morphine 15 mg tablet for pain due to
medication unavailability on the following dates:
- August 6, 2018, at 9 p.m.;
- August 7, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
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- August 8, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- August 8, 2018, at 9 p.m.; and
- August 23, 2018 at 9 p.m.
The September 2018 eMAR indicated the
licensed nurse was not able to give the
Morphine 15 mg tablet for pain due to
medication unavailability on the following dates:
- September 8, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 14, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- September 15, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 16, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- September 17, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 18, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 19, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 20, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
and
- September 21, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:36 a.m., Resident
43's record was reviewed with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 3. LVN 3 stated he
was not able to administer the 9 a.m. dose of
the Morphine tablet to Resident 43 because it
was unavailable on September 8, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, and 21.
LVN 3 stated he should have called the
pharmacy to follow up on the refill of the
Morphine 15 mg. LVN 2 further stated the
facility had always encountered issues with the
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availability of the medications.
14. On September 28, 2018, Resident 57's
record was reviewed. Resident 57 was
admitted to the facility on April 14, 2018, with
diagnoses that included benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH - enlarged prostate gland
that can cause uncomfortable urinary
symptoms, such as blocking the flow of urine
out of the bladder...cause bladder, urinary tract
or kidney problems with lower urinary tract
infection [UTI]).
The physician's order dated August 9, 2018,
indicated, "Bactrim...400-800 mg (milligram)...1
tablet Once A Day Every Other Day for
prophylaxis (action taken to prevent disease)..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated Bactrim 400-800
mg was documented not available and not
administered on September 2, 4, 10, and 12,
2018.
On September 28, 2018, at 9:33 a.m.,
Registered Nurse (RN) 1 was interviewed. RN
1 stated Bactrim was not administered to
Resident 57 on September 2, 4, 10, and 12,
2018, because it was not available. In addition,
RN 1 stated the physician should have been
called and informed the Bactrim was not
administered as ordered on September 2, 4,
10, and 12, 2018.
15. On September 28, 2018, Resident 197's
record was reviewed. Resident 197 was
admitted to the facility on September 21, 2018,
with diagnoses that included glaucoma.
The physician's order dated September 21,
2018, indicated:
- "Travatan Z...drops; 0.04 % (percent); amt
(amount): 1 drop per eye...At Bedtime..."; and
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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B. WING: _______________
555403
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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- "Xalatan...drops; 0.005 %; amt: 1 drop per
eye...At Bedtime..."
Resident 197's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for September
2018, indicated Travatan and Xalatan were not
available and were not administered on
September 22, 2018.
On September 28, 2018, at 10:22 a.m., the
Registered Nurse (RN) 1 and Minimum Data
Set (MDS - an assessment tool) / Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2 were interviewed.
RN 1 stated medications for newly admitted
residents were usually available on the same
day or the next day for the first dose
administration.
RN 1 stated the physician should have been
informed the eyedrop medications fro Resident
197 were not available and not administered as
ordered on September 22, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 stated, Resident 197 was up and
about and need his eye medication to maintain
adequate vision and function especially when
performing activities of daily living (ADL).
16. On September 28, 2018, Resident 192's
record was reviewed. Resident 192 was
admitted to the facility on September 15, 2018.
The Physician's order included:
- "carvedilol tablet; 3.125 mg...Twice A
Day...Start...09/15/2018...";
- "benzonatate capsule; 100 mg...Three Times
A Day...Start...09/15/2018..." and
- "donepezil tablet...5mg...At Bedtime...Start
09/15/2018..."
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
555403
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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The electronic Medication Administration
Record (eMAR) for September 2018, indicated
medications were not available and not
administered to Resident 192 on the following
dates:
- Carvedilol 3.125 mg on September 15, 2018,
at 5:00 p.m.;
- Benzonatate 100 mg on September 15, 2018,
at 5:00 p.m.; and
- Donezepil 15 mg on September 15, 2018, at
9:00 p.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Mimimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool) /Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated the
medications were not administered as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 stated new admission medications
should have been ordered, made available,
and administered as ordered.
17. On September 28, 2018,Resident 25's
record was reviewed. Resident 25 was
admitted to the facility on June 24, 2017.
The Physician's order included:
- "oxycodone-acetaminophen...tablet; 5-325 mg
(milligram)...1 TAB (tablet)...Every 12 Hours
For Pain...Start...9/16/2017...";
- "Aspir-81 (aspirin) [OTC] (over-the-counter);
81 mg...1tab...Once a
Day...Start...6/24/2017...";
- "ferrous sulfate [OTC]...325 mg...Once a
Day...Start...9/16/2017..."; and
- "Vitamin D3...[OTC] tablet...1000 unit...1
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B. WING: _______________
555403
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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tab...Once a Day...Start...9/16/2017..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for August and September 2018, indicated
medications were not available and not
administered to Resident 25 on the following
dates:
- oxycodone-acetaminophen 5-325 mg tab on
August 4, 2018, at 6:00 a.m.;
- Aspir-81 1 tab on September 8, 9, and 10,
2018, at 9:00 a.m.;
- ferrous sulfate 325 mg on September 18,
2018, at 9:00 a.m.; and
- Vitamin D3 1 tab on September 9 and 10,
2018, at 9:00 a.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medications were not administered as
ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated the medications
should have been ordered/re-ordered, made
available, and administered as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 futher stated OTC medications are
usually available in the facility and should have
been administered as ordered.
18. On September 28, 2018, Resident 199's
record was reviewed. Resident 199 was
admitted to the facility on September 1, 2018.
The Physician's order included, "aspirin [OTC]
(over-the-counter) tablet...81 mg...Once a
Day...Start...9/1/2018..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated aspirin
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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B. WING: _______________
555403
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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medication was not available and not
administered on September 8, 9, and 11, 2018.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool) /Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medication was not administered as
ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated the medications
should have made available, and administered
as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 futher stated OTC medications are
usually available in the facility and should have
been administered as ordered.
19. On September 28, 2018, Resident 69's
record was reviewed. Resident 69 was
admitted to the facility on May 12, 2018.
The Physician's order included, "Vitamin
D3...tablet; 1000 unit;...2 tab...Once a
Day...Start...8/06/2018, at 9:00 a.m..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated Vitamin D3
medication was not available and not
administered for on 9/09/2018, at 9:00 a.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the Vitamin D3 medication was not
administered as ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medication should have been made
available, and administered as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 futher stated OTC (over-thecounter) medications are usually available in
the facility and should have been administered
as ordered.
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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20. On September 28, 2018, Resident 53's
record was reviewed. Resident 53 was
admitted to the facility on July 17, 2018.
The Physician's order included:
- "Acidophilus...[OTC] (over-thecounter)...capsule...2 CAP...Once a Day...Start
08/05/2018, at 9:00 a.m..."; and
- "Pro-stat...[OTC] liquid; 15-100 gram-kcal (kilo
calorie/30 ml (milliliter)...30 MLS...Twice a
Day...Start 07/23/2018..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for August 2018, indicated medications were
not available and not administered for to
Resident 53 on the following dates:
- Acidophilus cap on August 7, 2018, at 9:00
a.m.; and
- Pro-stat on August 21, 2018, at 9:00 a.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medications were not administered as
ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated the medications
should have been ordered/re-ordered, made
available, and administered as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated OTC medications
are usually available in the facility and should
have been administered as ordered.
21. On September 28, 2018, Resident 194's
record was reviewed. Resident 194 was
admitted to the facility on September 18, 2018.
The Physician's order included, "pantoprazole
tablet; 20 mg...Every 12
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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hours...Start...09/09/2018, at 9:00 a.m. and
9:00 p.m..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated pantoprazole
medication was not available and not
administered on September 9, 2018, at 9:00
p.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the pantoprazole medications was not
administered as ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated
new admission medication should have been
ordered, made available, and administered as
ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated OTC (over-thecounter) medications are usually available in
the facility and should have been administered
as ordered.
22. On September 28, 2018, during a
medication error investigation, Resident 196's
record was reviewed. Resident 196 was
admitted to the facility on September 22, 2018.
The Physician's order included:
- "methadone...10 mg...Every 8 Hours...FOR
PAIN...Start...09/22/2018...";
- "pantoprazole tablet...40mg...Once a
Day...Start...09/22/2018..."; and
- "sucralfate tablet...1 gram...Once a
Day...Start...09/22/2018..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated medications
were not available and not administered to
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B. WING: _______________
555403
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Resident 196 on the the following dates:
- Methadone 10 mg on September 22, 2018, at
9:00 a.m.;
- Pantoprazole 40mg on September 22, 2018,
at 9:00 a.m. and September 23, 2018, at 6:00
a.m.;
- Sucralfate 1 gram on September 22, 2018, at
6:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 4:45 p.m.,
September 23, 2018, at 11:45 a.m., and 4:45
p.m., and September 24, 2018, at 6:45 a.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medications were not administered as
ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated new admission
medications should have been ordered, made
available, and administered as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated OTC medications
are usually available in the facility and should
have been administered as ordered.
23. On September 28, 2018, during a
medication error investigation, Resident 198's
record was reviewed. Resident 198 was
admitted to the facility on September 16, 2018.
The Physician's order included:
- "Advair Diskus...250-50 mcg
(microgram)/dose...1 puff...Twice A Day...Start
09/16/2018..."; and
- "nicotine [OTC] patch 24 hour (hr); 14 mg
(milligram)/24 hr..."
The electronic Medication Administration
Record (eMAR) for September 2018, indicated
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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medications were not available and not
administered to Resident 198 on the following
dates:
- Advair Diskus inhaler on September 17, 2018,
at 9:00 a.m.; and
- Nicotine patch on September 17, 2018, at
9:00 a.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medications were not administered as
ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated new medications
should have been ordered, made available,
and administered as ordered.
24. On September 28, 2018, during a
medication error investigation, Resident 195's
record was reviewed. Resident 195 was
admitted to the facility on September 11, 2018.
The Physician's order indicated, "olanzapine
tablet...2.5 mg AT Bedtime..."
The electronic medication Administration
Record (eMAR) for September 2018, indicated
pantoprazole medication was not available and
not administered on September 11, 2018, at
9:00 p.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed. MDS/LVN 2 stated
the medication was not administered as
ordered. MDS/LVN 2 stated new admission
medication should have been ordered, made
available, and administered as ordered.
25. On September 28, 2018, Resident 36's
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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record was reviewed. Resident 36 was
admitted to the facility on January 1, 2018.
The Physician's order indicated, "Vitamin D3...
[OTC] (over-the-counter) tablet...1000 unit...2
tablet...Once A Day...Start...05/26/2018..."
The electronic Medication Administration
Record (eMAR) for Resident 36 for September
2018, indicated Vitamins D3 medication was
not available and not administered on
September 9, 2018, at 9:00 a.m.
On September 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., the
Minimum Data Set (MDS - resident
assessment tool)/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 2 was interviewed.MDS/LVN 2 stated the
Vitamin D3 medication was not administered as
ordered. The MDS/LVN 2 stated the Vitamin
D3 medication should have been re-ordered,
made available, and administered as ordered.
MDS/LVN 2 futher stated OTC medications are
usually available in the facility and should have
been administered as ordered.
On September 28, 2018, at 3:35 p.m., the
Administrator was interviewed. The identified
medication unavailability for Residents 44, 74,
61, 17, 9, 56, 28, 76, 77, 395, 47, 90, 43, 57,
197, 192, 25, 199, 69, 53, 194, 196, 198, 195,
and 36, were discussed.
The Administrator stated it was the licensed
nurses who were at fault for not having the
medication available for the residents. The
Administrator stated the nurses should have
requested five days before the residents'
medication ran out so the pharmacy could
deliver the medications on time. The
Administrator stated the nurses were putting in
the refill request on the day when the resident's
medicationhad run out and not available for
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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administration.
On September 28, 2018, at 4:00 p.m., the
Director of Nursing (DON) was interviewed.
The DON stated the facility's pharmaceutical
services for acquiring medications (new orders
and refills) was impacted by the new system
implementation of medication refill order from
cycle to on demand. DON further stated a
breakdown was identified when there was no
follow up evaluation of the effectiveness of
inservices and staff education and had resulted
to delay in the delivery of residents
medications.
F757
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Drug Regimen is Free from Unnecessary
Drugs
CFR(s): 483.45(d)(1)-(6)
F757
10/28/2018
§483.45(d) Unnecessary Drugs-General.
Each resident's drug regimen must be free
from unnecessary drugs. An unnecessary drug
is any drug when used§483.45(d)(1) In excessive dose (including
duplicate drug therapy); or
§483.45(d)(2) For excessive duration; or
§483.45(d)(3) Without adequate monitoring; or
§483.45(d)(4) Without adequate indications for
its use; or
§483.45(d)(5) In the presence of adverse
consequences which indicate the dose should
be reduced or discontinued; or
§483.45(d)(6) Any combinations of the reasons
stated in paragraphs (d)(1) through (5) of this
section.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview and record review, the
facility failed for one of 22 residents reviewed
(Resident 43), to ensure the medication
hydrocodone- acetaminophen (Brand name
Norco- narcotic pain medication) was
administered to the resident with proper
assessment on the indication for use. This
failure had the potential for Resident 43 to
receive unnecessary medications.
Findings:
On September 26, 2018, Resident 43's record
was reviewed. Resident 43 was admitted to the
facility on April 16, 2018, with diagnoses that
included multiple sclerosis (disease in which
the immune system eats away at the protective
covering of the nerves) and open wound to
right thigh sequela (condition that is the
consequence of a previous disease or injury)
Resident 43's Nursing Pain Evaluation
Assessment dated July 30, 2018, indicated
Resident 43 was at risk for pain related to her
diagnosis of multiple sclerosis
Resident 43's care plan dated August 2, 2018,
indicated, "Problem...Resident expressed
alteration in Comfort and Daily Activity due to
presence of pain...as caused
by...wound...contratures...Spasm...Multiple
Sclerosis...Approach...Administer pain
medication as ordered..."
Resident 43's physician's order, dated March 3,
2017, indicated Resdient 43 may be given
Norco tablet 5-325 mg (milligrams) 1 tablet by
mouth every four hours as needed for
breakthrough pain.
Resident 43's Norco count sheet indicated
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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ID
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Norco was signed out by Licensed Vocational
Nurse (LVN) 3 on September 14, 15, 16, 18,
and 21, 2018, and LVN 2 had signed out the
Norco on September 17 and 18, 2018.
There was no documented evidence of pain
assessment was conducted on Resident 43
prior to the administration of Norco on those
dates.
On September 29, 2018, at 1:29 p.m., a
concurrent record review anmd interview was
conducted with LVN 2. LVN 2 verified she had
signed out the Norco medication and
administered to Resident 43 on:
- September 17 at 8:40 p.m.; and
- September 21 at 9 p.m.
LVN 2 stated before administering a PRN (as
needed) pain medication, she should assess
the resident's pain level first prior to giving the
medication. LVN 2 stated she should conduct
an evaluation for the effectiveness of the
medication after the medication was given.
LVN 2 stated she did not conduct a pain
assessement on Resident 43 prior to
administering the Norco because she gave it as
a substitute for the routine Morphine tablet
(narcotic pain medication) which was
unavailable at that time.
LVN 2 stated she should have conducted a
pain assessement on Resident 43 prior to
administering the medication. LVN 2 was
aware the Norco was ordered to be given as
needed for breakthrough pain.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:30 a.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 stated he had
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
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signed out the Norco form Resident 43's
narcotic count sheet and administered to the
resident on the following dates:
- September 14, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 15, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 16, 2018, at 8:15 a.m.;
- September 18, 2018, at 8:45 a.m; and
- September 21, 2018, at 9:40 a.m.
LVN 3 stated he admistered the Norco
medication to Resident 43 on those dates as a
substitute for the routine morphine tablet which
was unavailable at that time.
LVN 3 was aware Resident 43 had a
physician's order for Norco to be given as
needed only for breakthrough pain.
LVN 3 stated Resident 43's pain assessment
had to be conducted prior to administering the
Norco medication and the indication for use of
the Norco had to be documented.
LVN 3 stated he did not conduct a pain
assessment prior to administering the Norco to
Resident 43.
LVN 3 stated he should have conducted a pain
assessment for Resident 43 prior to giving the
medication. LVN 3 stated he did not have an
indication for use of the Norco as administered
to Resident 43 on those dates.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Administration of medications," dated July 6,
2018, was reviewed. The policy indicated,
"...As required or indicated for a medication,
the individual administering the medication will
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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record in the in the resident's medical
record...Any complaints or symptoms for which
the drug was administered...any results
achieved and when those results were
observed..."
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Free from Unnec Psychotropic Meds/PRN Use F758
CFR(s): 483.45(c)(3)(e)(1)-(5)
10/28/2018
§483.45(e) Psychotropic Drugs.
§483.45(c)(3) A psychotropic drug is any drug
that affects brain activities associated with
mental processes and behavior. These drugs
include, but are not limited to, drugs in the
following categories:
(i) Anti-psychotic;
(ii) Anti-depressant;
(iii) Anti-anxiety; and
(iv) Hypnotic
Based on a comprehensive assessment of a
resident, the facility must ensure that--§483.45(e)(1) Residents who have not used
psychotropic drugs are not given these drugs
unless the medication is necessary to treat a
specific condition as diagnosed and
documented in the clinical record;
§483.45(e)(2) Residents who use psychotropic
drugs receive gradual dose reductions, and
behavioral interventions, unless clinically
contraindicated, in an effort to discontinue
these drugs;
§483.45(e)(3) Residents do not receive
psychotropic drugs pursuant to a PRN order
unless that medication is necessary to treat a
diagnosed specific condition that is
documented in the clinical record; and
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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§483.45(e)(4) PRN orders for psychotropic
drugs are limited to 14 days. Except as
provided in §483.45(e)(5), if the attending
physician or prescribing practitioner believes
that it is appropriate for the PRN order to be
extended beyond 14 days, he or she should
document their rationale in the resident's
medical record and indicate the duration for the
PRN order.
§483.45(e)(5) PRN orders for anti-psychotic
drugs are limited to 14 days and cannot be
renewed unless the attending physician or
prescribing practitioner evaluates the resident
for the appropriateness of that medication.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed, for one of five
residents reviewed for unnecessary
medications (Resident 50), to ensure the
resident was appropriately assessed and
evaluated prior to obtaining an order for the
medication Xanax (an anti-anxiety medication).
This failure had the potential for the resident to
receive unncessary psychotropic medication
(medications used to treat mood and
behavioral disorders).
Findings:
1. On October 1, 2018, at 10 a.m., an
observation and an interview was conducted on
Resident 50 with the Activity Assistant (AA).
Resident 50 was in her wheelchair in the dining
room. Resident 50 communicated in Spanish
and needed an interpreter. Resident 50 was
pleasant and did not exhibit signs of anxiety.
The AA stated she had not seen any behavior
of anxiety such as yelling out on Resident 50.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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ID
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The AA stated Resident 50 cried but her
behavior was easily redirected.
On October 1, 2018, at 11:50 a.m., Resident
50's record was reviewed with the Minimum
Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool) /
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
50 was re-admitted to the facility on April 25,
2017, with diagnoses that included anxiety.
Resident 50's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for August
2018, indicated Resident 50 was monitored for
restlessness, crying, and calling for family until
exhaustion, from August 20, 2018 to August
23, 2018. The eMAR indicated Resident 50 did
not exhibit any of these behavior during the
period of observation.
Resident 50's progress note dated August 28,
2018, completed by the Social Service Director
(SSD), indicated, "...MD (medical doctor)
NOTIFIED OF RESIDENT INCREASE IN
BEHAVIORS DUE TO D/C (discontinue) OF
XANAX MD STATED TO RETART PREVIOUS
ORDER OF XANAX..."
A physician's order, dated August 27, 2018,
indicated, "Xanax...tablet 0.25 mg
(milligram)...1 tab (tablet) oral...every 12
hours...for anxiety M/B (manifested by) yelling
out continuously..."
There was no documented evidence the facility
had observed and monitored Resident 50's
behavior yelling out continuously prior to
obtaiing the order for Xanax on August 28,
2018.
In a concurrent intewrview, MDS/LVN 2 stated
Resident 50 was on Xanax for anxiety
previously but it was disocntinued on July 31,
2018, due to the resident not exhibiting signs of
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
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agitation at that time.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated Resident 50's family
had reported to them the resident had
increased yelling behavior since the Xanax was
discontinued. MDS/LVN 2 stated the nurses did
not witnessed Resident 50 exhibit those
behavior during the observation period from
August 20, 2018 to August 23, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 stated, the facility's policy and
procedure prior to obtaining an order for the
use psychotropic medication, when a resident
exhibit a new behavior, the facility should
determine the cause of the behavior, assess
the resident exibiting the behavior, attempt
non-paharmacological intervention, monitor
and document the behavior observed on the
resdient for 72 hours.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resdient 50 had exhibited signs of
agitation prior to obtaining an order for the
Xanax 0.25 mg by mouth every 12 hours.
On October 1, 2018, at 2:41 p.m., the SSD was
interviewed. The SSD verified she was the one
who had carried out Resident 50's physician's
order for Xanax on August 28, 2018.
The SSD stated she had based the indication
of continuous yelling from her own observation
and Resident 50's family member report.
The SSD stated there was no assessment
conducted to justify Resident 50's use of Xanax
for anxiety as manifested by continuous yelling
behavior.
The SSD stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 50 had exhibited a
continuous yelling behavior prior to obatining
the order for the Xanax.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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The SSD stated her observation alone and the
report of yelling behavior from Resident 50's
family member would not "warrant" the use of
the medication Xanax.
The facility's policy and procedure dated, titled,
"Behavioral Symptoms Associated with
Dementia Management, " dated July 6, 2018,
was reviewed. The policy indicated,
"...Describe the Behavior: The Licensed Nurse,
and/or Social Services Director/Designee, and
other members of the facility's Interdisciplinary
Team (IDT) will describe the resident's
behavior...
Perform Assessement: the Licensed Nurse
and/or the Social Services Director/Designee
will notify the Attending Physician and/or the
mental health Professional of the resident's
behavior(s) assessment. Prior to the initiation
of any specific non-medication or medication
treatment, a thorough assessment of the
resident should take place...
facility's IDT will evaluate the environment and
implement non-pharmacological
interventions...If unsuccessful, the Licensed
Nurse and/or Social Services
Director/Designee will notify the Attending
Physician for appropriate management of
agitaion/distress syndrome for additional nonpharmacologic, when where appropriate,
pharmacologic interventions as last resort..."
F759
SS=E
Free of Medication Error Rts 5 Prcnt or More
CFR(s): 483.45(f)(1)
F759
10/28/2018
§483.45(f) Medication Errors.
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§483.45(f)(1) Medication error rates are not 5
percent or greater;
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure the
medication error rate was below five percent
(5%) when five medication errors out of 27
opportunities observed for four of seven
residents (Residents 61, 74, 20, and 83).
These failures resulted to a medication error
rate of 18.52% and could result in the residents
not receiving the full therapeutic effect of the
medications.
Findings:
1. On September 24, 2018, at 9:19 a.m., a
medication pass observation on Resident 61
was conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 was observed verifying
medications with the physician's orders in the
electronic Medication Administration Record
(eMAR) as she prepared the following
medications in the medication cup:
- One tablet of vitamin C (supplement);
- One capsule of cranberry extract (supplement
used to prevent urinary tract infection);
- One tablet of Furosemide (a diuretic
medication);
- Two capsule of milk thistle (supplement used
to treat liver problem);
- One tablet of Klor-Con (potassium chloride an electrolyte supplement)
- One tablet of sodium chloride (an electrolyte
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supplement); and
- One capsule of zinc sulfate (supplement).
LVN 4 stated Resident 61 refused the 9 a.m.
dose of his antihypertensive medication (for
high blood pressure - that is 140/90 or higher).
On September 24, 2018, at 9:30 a.m., LVN 1
administered these medications to Resident 61
then subsequently signed the eMAR.
On September 24, 2018, at 12 p.m., Resident
61's record was reviewed. Resident 61 was
readmitted to the facility on May 21, 2018, with
diagnoses that included liver cirrhosis (a type of
liver disease), urinary tract infection, and
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH enlargement of the prostate gland).
Resident 61's physician's order indicated the
following medications were scheduled to be
administered at 9 a.m.:
- "...vitamin C...tablet; 500 mg (milligram)...1
tab (tablet); oral...Once A day; 09:00 AM..."
date ordered May 21, 2018;
- "...cranberry...400 mg...1 capsule; oral...Once
A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 21,
2018;
- "...sodium chloride...1 gram...1 tab;
oral...Twice A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
May 21, 2018;
- "...furosemide...20 mg...1 tab; oral...scrotal
swelling Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered May 22, 2018;
- "...potassium chloride...10 mEq
(milliequivalent)...1 tab; oral...supplement Once
A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 22,
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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2018;
- "...Valtrex (antiviral medication)...500 mg; 1
tab; oral...PPx (prophylaxis) for Viral Rash
Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
September 20, 2018;
- "...zinc sulfate...220 (50) mg...1 capsule;
oral...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." dated May 22,
2018;
- "...lactulose solution (medication for treating
liver disease); 20 gram/30 ml (milliliter)...45ml
(30g total); oral...Cirrhosis Twice A Day; 09:00
AM..." dated May 23, 2018;
- "...carvedilol tablet (medication used to treat
high blood pressure); 6.25 mg...oral...for HTN
(hypertension - high blood pressure)...Twice A
Day; 09:00 AM..." dated May 25, 2018; and
- "...tamsulosin (medication for BPH)...0.4
mg...1 tab; oral...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..."
dated May 31, 2018.
On September 24, 2018, at 4:04 p.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 verified Resident
61's medications: lactulose, tamsulosin, and
valtrex were scheduled to be given at 9 a.m.
LVN 4 was made aware on the following
medications not observed to have prepared
and administered to Resident 61:
- Lactulose;
- Tamsulosin; and
- Valtrex.
LVN 4 stated the Lactulose was given to
Resident 61 at 8:00 a.m., as requested by the
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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resident.
LVN 4 stated the Tamsulosin and Valtrex were
not administered to Resident 61 because it was
not available.
LVN 4 stated when medications were not
available, medication refill should have been
requested and a follow up call should have
been made to the pharmacy for the time of
delivery. LVN 4 stated the physician should
have been notified of medications not
administered to the residents.
LVN 4 stated the residents' medication refill
should have been requested from the
pharmacy five days before the last dose. LVN 4
stated it was important for the refill request
submitted ahead of time to ensure the
resident's medication would be available for
administration.
LVN 4 stated the refill of the missing
medications were not yet delivered. LVN 4
stated she did not follow up with the pharmacy
for the status of the refill requests.
LVN 4 stated she did not notify the physician
on Resident 61's medications: tamsulosin and
valtrex, were not given because it was
unavailable.
2. On September 24, 2018, at 9:35 a.m. a
medication pass observation on Resident 74
was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 was
observed verifying medications with the
physician's orders in the electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) as she prepared
the following medications in the medication
cup:
- One tablet of aspirin (prophylaxis for stroke);
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
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- One tablet of atenolol (medication used for
high blood pressure - that is 140/90 or higher);
and
- One tablet of diltiazem (medication used for
high blood pressure).
On September 24, 2018, at 9:50 a.m., LVN 4
administered these medications to Resident 74
then subsequently signed the eMAR.
On September 24, 2018, at 12:30 p.m.,
Resident 74's record was reviewed. Resident
74 was admitted to the facility on February 8,
2017, with diagnoses that included
hypertension (high blood pressure).
Resident 74's physician's order indicated the
following medications were scheduled to be
administered at 9 a.m.:
- "...aspirin...81 mg (milligram)...1 tablet;
oral...Once A day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
June 29, 2017;
- "...atenolol...50 mg...1 tablet; oral...Once A
Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 31, 2018;
- "...Lasix (a diuretic medication)...20 mg...1
tablet; oral...for HTN (hypertension)...Once A
Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered May 31, 2018;
and
- "...diltiazem...60 mg...oral...Once A day; 09:00
AM..." date ordered July 23, 2018.
On September 24, 2018, at 4:10 p.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 verified Resident
74's lasix was administered to the resident at 9
a.m.
LVN 4 was made aware the Lasix medication
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was not observed to have prepared and
administered to Resident 74.
LVN 4 stated she would check the Lasix
medication pack to verify the medication was
administered on September 24, 2018, at 9 a.m.
After checking her medication cart, LVN 4
stated Resident 74 did not have a medication
pack for Lasix.
LVN 4 stated Resident 74's Lasix was not
available to be administered. LVN 4 stated she
made a mistake in signing the eMAR for 9 a.m.
dose today as administered.
LVN 4 stated she did not give Resident 74's
Lasix today because it was not available.
LVN stated she should have compared the
medication she is preparing for the resident to
the physician's order in the eMAR before
signing as administered medication.
3. On September 24, 2018, at 10:01 a.m. a
medication pass observation on Resident 20
was conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 was
observed verifying medications with the
physician's orders in the electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) as he prepared
the following medications in the medication
cup:
- One capsule of cranberry extract (supplement
used to prevent urinary tract infection); and
- 30 milliliter (ml) of lactulose (for constipation).
On September 24, 2018, at 10:10 a.m., LVN 3
administered these medications to Resident 20
then subsequently signed the eMAR.
On September 24, 2018, at 2 p.m., Resident
20's record was reviewed. Resident 20 was
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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admitted to the facility on December 11, 2017,
with diagnoses that included dementia (a
disease associated with decline of memory that
affects one's daily function in life).
Resident 20's physician's order indicated the
following medications were scheduled to be
administered at 9 a.m.:
- "...rivastigmine patch (medication used to
treat symptoms of dementia) 24 hour; 9.5 mg
(milligram)/24 hr (hour)...1 PATCH;
transdermal...DEMENTIA Once A day; 09:00
AM..." date ordered December 11, 2017;
- "...lactulose solution 20 gram/30 ml...30 ml;
oral...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
December 12, 2017; and
- "...cranberry capsule; 425 mg...1 CAPSULE;
oral...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
March 20, 2018.
On September 24, 2018, at 3:35 p.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 verified Resident
61 had the Rivastigmine patch scheduled to be
given at 9 a.m.
LVN 3 was made aware the Rivastigmine was
not observed to have prepared and
administered to Resident 20.
LVN 3 stated the Rivastigmine was not
administered to Resident 20 because it was not
available.
LVN 3 stated when medications were not
available, medication refill should have been
requested and a follow up call should have
been made to the pharmacy for delivery. LVN 3
stated the physician should be have been
notified of medications not administered to the
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residents.
LVN 3 stated the medication refill should have
bene requested from the pharmacy five days
before the last dose. LVN 3 stated it was
important for the refill request to be submitted
ahead of time to ensure the resident's
medication would be available for
administration.
LVN 3 stated he made a refill request two days
ago when Resident 20's Rivastigmine patch
was down to two doses. LVN 3 stated the refill
of the missing medications were not yet
delivered. LVN 3 stated he did not follow up
with the pharmacy for the status of the refill
requests.
LVN 3 stated he did not notify the physician on
Resident 20's Rivastigmine was not given
today because it was not available.
4. On September 24, 2018, at 11 a.m., a
medication pass observation on Resident 83
was conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 was
observed holding the Advair Diskus
(medication used for treatment of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD] - an
inflammatory lung disease that causes
obstructed airflow from the lungs), told
Resident 83 he would administer one puff. LVN
3 placed the Advair Diskus mouth piece on
Resident 83's mouth, press the Advair Diskus
and the resident quickly took a breath. LVN 3
immediately removed the Advair Diskus from
the resident's then assisted the resident to
swish and spit with the water.
In the same medication observation pass, LVN
3 was observed providing instructions to
Resident 83 on how she would be taking her
two puffs of Spiriva capsule (medication used
for treatment of COPD) using the inhaler
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device. LVN 3 was instructing the resident on
how to inhale the puff, LVN 3 was instructing
the resident to hold her breath after the puff
was given while LVN 3 was counting slowly
from one to five, and LVN 3 instructed Resident
83 to take two slow deep breaths after each
puff.
Resident 83 was able to follow when given
instructions on her inhaler medications.
On September 24, 2018, at 2:15 p.m., Resident
83's record was reviewed. Resident 83 was
readmitted to the facility on September 25,
2017, with chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD - an inflammatory lung disease
that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs).
Resident 83 had cognitive decision-making.
On September 25, 2018, at 8:50 a.m., a
concurrent record review and interview was
conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 stated Resident
83 was alert, oriented and able to follow
instructions.
LVN 3 stated he did not read the Advair Diskus
manufacturer's guide for instruction on how to
administer the medication.
LVN 3 stated he only followed the special
instruction on the physician's order written in
the electronic Medication Administration
Record (eMAR).
LVN 3 stated the special instruction on the
eMAR was to rinse the resident's mouth with
water after use of the Advair.
LVN 3 verified the Step 3 instructions written on
manufacturer's guide for Advair Diskus was,
"...Step 3. Inhale your medicine.
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- Before you breathe in your dose from the
DISKUS, breathe out (exhale) as long as you
can while you hold the DISKUS level and away
from your mouth...Do not breathe into the
mouthpiece.
- Put the mouthpiece to your lips...Breathe in
quickly and deeply through the DISKUS. Do not
breathe in through your nose.
- Remove the DISKUS from your mouth and
hold your breath for about 10 seconds, or for as
long as is comfortable for you...
- Breathe out slowly as long as you can..."
LVN 3 stated he did not give Resident 83 the
instructions from the manufacturer's guide
before administering the Advair Diskus to the
resident.
LVN 3 stated he should have read the
manufacturer's guide before using the Advair
Diskus so he could give Resident 83 proper
instructions to ensure the resident inhaled the
medication as ordered by the physician.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"General Dose Preparation and Medication
Administration," dated July 6, 2018, indicated,
"...Facility staff should comply with facility
policy, applicable law and the State Operations
Manual when administering medications...verify
each time a medication is administered that it is
the correct medication...Provide the resident
with any necessary instructions (e.g., using an
inhaler)...Document necessary medication
administration/treatment information..."
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Reordering, Changing, and Discontinuing
Orders," dated July 6, 2018, indicated,
"...Facilities are encouraged to reorder
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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medications electronically...Facility should
review the transmitted re-orders for status and
potential issues and Pharmacy response..."
F760
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Residents are Free of Significant Med Errors
CFR(s): 483.45(f)(2)
F760
10/28/2018
The facility must ensure that its§483.45(f)(2) Residents are free of any
significant medication errors.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure 12 of 91
residents reviewed (Residents 44, 61, 74, 17,
9, 56, 28, 76, 90, 43, 57, and 197) were free of
significant error when:
1. Resident 44 did not received her Fentanyl
patch (narcotic pain medication) from
September 10 to 15, 2018.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
2. Resident 44, who had unstable high blood
sugar levels, did not received her prescribed
Levimir insulin (medication to treat diabetes - a
disease that result in too much sugar in the
blood) on September 22, 2018.
In addition, Resident 44's blood sugar level
were not checked on August 25, 2018, at 11:30
a.m. and September 22, 2018, at 6:30 a.m. to
determine the resident's need to receive
Novolin R insulin (medication to treat diabetes).
These failures could jeopardize Resident 44's
health and safety for having unstable high
blood sugar levels.
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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3. Residents 44, 61, and 74 received their
prescribed antihypertensive medications (for
treatment of high blood pressure - that is
140/90 or higher) on multiple occasions in the
month of August and September 2018, when
the residents' blood pressure reading where
below the parameters as indicated on the
physician's order.
This failure could jeopardize the residents'
health and safety when putting the residents at
risk for hypotension (low blood pressure - less
than 90/60).
4. Resident 17 did not received his Methadone
(narcotic pain medication) on multiple
occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
5. Resident 9 did not received her Lyrica
(medication that treats nerve and muscle pain)
on multiple occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase neuropathy pain (nerve
pain).
6. Resident 56 did not received her Fentanyl
patch (narcotic pain medication) and Percocet
(narcotic pain medication) on multiple
occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
7. Resident 28 did not received her Toradol
(pain medication) on multiple occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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8. Resident 76 did not received his Methadone
on multiple occasions.
This failure resulted for the resident to
experienced increase pain.
9. Resident 90 did not received her Gabapentin
(for neuropathy) on multiple occasions.
This failure put the resident at risk to
experience increase neuropathy pain.
10. Resident 43 did not received her Morphine
(narcotic pain medication) on multiple
occasions.
This failure put the resident at risk to
experience increase pain.
11. Resident 57 did not received his Bactrim
(antibiotic for urinary tract infection [UTI]) as a
prophylaxis for UTI on multiple occasions.
This failure could jeopardize Resident 57's
health and safety for putting the resident at risk
of developing UTI.
12. Resident 197 did not received his Travatan
eye drop (for treatment of glaucoma - eye
disease that can cause vision loss and
blindness) and Xalatan eye drop (for treatment
of glaucoma).
This failure could jeopardize Resident 197's
health and safety for not receiving the
resident's prescribed medication for his
glaucoma.
Findings:
1. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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with diagnoses that included myalgia (muscle
pain), lumbago (low back pain), and chronic
pain syndrome. Resident 44 had cognitive
decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
"...fentanyl...patch 72 hour; 12 mcg/hr
(microgram/hour)...apply 1 patch transdermal
(application of a medication through the
skin)...Every 72 Hours; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered February 3, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, indicated Resident 44's
fentanyl patch was scheduled to be changed
on September 10, 2018.
Further review of Resident 44's eMAR for
September 2018, indicated the following:
- "...Monitor FENTANYL patch placement Qshift...
- 09/10/2018 03:56 PM...waiting on pharmacy
to deliver...
- 09/12/2018 03:01 PM...PHARMACY WILL
FAX (name of doctor) for continuous (sic)...
- 09/12/2018 05:18 PM Not Administered: On
Hold...
- 09/13/2018 02:10 AM Not Administered: On
Hold...
- 09/13/2018 01:42 PM Not Administered: On
Hold...
- 09/13/2018 04:20 PM Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable...
- 09/14/2018 01:09 AM Not Administered:
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44610 Monterey Ave
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Drug/Item unavailable...
- 09/15/2018 11:38 AM Not
Administered...off..."
Resident 44's Fentanyl patch narcotic count
sheet with a delivery date of the medication on
August 10, 2018, containing 10 patch indicated
the 10th patch was used on September 7,
2018.
Resident 44's Fentanyl patch narcotic count
sheet with a delivery date of the medication on
September 15, 2018, containing 5 patch
indicated the first patch was used on
September 16, 2018.
There was no documented evidence Resident
44's Fentanyl patch was administered on
September 10 to 15, 2018.
On September 25, 2018, at 11:50 a.m.,
Resident 44 was interviewed. Resident 44
stated she was always in pain because of her
myalgia. Resident 44 stated her Fentanyl patch
was important for her to have so she could
manage her pain due to myalgia.
Resident 44 stated the fentanyl patch would not
completely remove her pain but the medication
would helped to bring down her pain on a
tolerable level.
Resident 44 stated she had several days in the
month of September 2018 where she did not
have the fentanyl patch. Resident 44 stated the
nurses told her the fentanyl patch was not
available because the pharmacy was waiting
for the physician's authorization.
Resident 44 stated her pain level on the days
she did not have the fentanyl patch were "8 out
of 10" (pain rating scale 0 to 10: 8-10 severe
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pain). Resident 44 stated because of severe
pain she mostly stayed in bed.
Resident 44 further stated, "I sleep it off...so
not to feel the pain."
On October 1, 2018, at 5:38 p.m., a concurrent
record review and interview was conducted
with Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment
tool) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2.
MDS/LVN 2 verified fentanyl patch was not
given to Resident 44 from September 10 to
September 15, 2018, because it was not
available.
MDS/LVN 2 verified there was no documented
evidence Resident 44's pain assessment was
conducted on September 10 to 15, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 verified there was no documented
evidence MD was notified of the fentanyl patch
not administered to Resident 44 when it was
not available.
On September 28, 2018, at 1:05 p.m., LVN 5
was interviewed. LVN 5 stated she was the
nurse assigned to Resident 44 on September
13, 2018. LVN 5 stated Resident 44 was
scheduled for a fentanyl patch on that day, but
the medication was not available.
LVN 5 stated Resident 44 needed her fentanyl
patch for pain management. LVN 5 stated the
fentanyl patch was not available because the
pharmacy was waiting for the physician's
authorization.
LVN 5 stated she did not followed up with the
pharmacy for the status of Resident 44's
fentanyl patch refill. LVN 5 stated she should
have coordinated with the pharmacy in
obtaining the physician's authorization for
fentanyl patch order.
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LVN 5 stated she did not notified the physician
when Resident 44's fentanyl patch was not
available. LVN 5 stated she should have
notified the physician and asked for alternative
pain medication Resident 44 when fentanyl
patch was not available for Resident 44.
LVN 5 stated she did not have documented
evidence of Resident 44's pain assessment on
September 13, 2018, when she was the
assigned nurse.
On September 25, 2018, at 3:15 p.m., the
Director of Nursing (DON) was interviewed.
The DON stated she was not aware the
fentanyl patch for Resident 44 was not
available because the pharmacy was waiting
for the physician's authorization.
The DON stated the nurses should have
notified the physician when fentanyl was not
available. The DON stated the nurses should
have asked the physician for alternative pain
medication while fentanyl patch was not
available for Resident 44.
The DON stated it is not acceptable for
Resident 44 not to have the fentanyl patch nor
an alternative pain medication for several days.
On October 1, 2018, Resident 44's care plan
for pain with a reviewed and revised date of
September 24, 2018 was reviewed. The care
plan for pain indicated, "...Goal...Resident will
be pain free or relieved from
pain...Approach...Administer pain medication
as ordered...Assess level of pain...Consult MD
if above measures fail to provide adequate pain
relief..."
2. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
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readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included diabetes.
Resident 44 had cognitive decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
- "...Levemir...100 unit/mL (milliliter)...80
units...Once A Day; 06:30 AM..." date ordered
July 25, 2018; and
- "...Novolin R...per sliding scale (progressive
increase on the insulin dose, based on predefined blood glucose ranges...Before Meals;
06:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 04:30 PM..." date
ordered January 8, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's blood sugar was not
documented on August 25, 2018, at 11:30
a.m.;
- From August 1 to 31, 2018, Resident 44's
blood sugar level ranges from 230 mg/dl
(milligram/deciliter) to 400 mg/dl (above 126
mg/dl was diabetic); and
- Resident 44 was receiving Novolin R every
day from August 1 to 31, 2018, at 6:30 a.m.,
11:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m., except on August
25, 2018, at 11:30 a.m.
Resident 44's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's blood sugar was not
documented on September 22, 2018, at 6:30
a.m.
- Resident 44's Levemir insulin was not
administered on September 22, 2018, at 6:30
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a.m.
- From September 1 to 25, 2018, Resident 44's
blood sugar level ranges from 262 mg/dl to 461
mg/dl; and
- Resident 44 was receiving Novolin R every
day from September 1 to 25, 2018, at 6:30
a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m., except on
September 22, 2018, at 6:30 a.m.
On October 1, 2018, at 2:37 p.m., a concurrent
record review and interview was conducted
with Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment
tool) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2.
MDS/LVN 2 verified:
- Resident 44's eMAR for the month of August
2018, had no documented evidence Resident
44's blood sugar level was documented on
August 25, 2018, at 11:30 a.m.; and
- Resident 44's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, had no documented evidence
Resident 44's blood sugar level was
documented on September 22, 2018 and the
Levemir insulin was not administered to the
resident on September 22, 2018.
MDS/LVN 2 stated if there was no
documentation on the eMAR it means the
blood sugar was not checked and the insulin
was not given.
MDS/LVN 2 stated it was important for
Resident 44's blood sugar to be checked
before each meal, and insulin to be
administered as indicated on the physician's
order.
MDS/LVN 2 further stated monitoring of blood
sugar level and administering the prescribed
insulin to Resident 44 should be done to help
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manage the resident's diabetes and to prevent
adverse consequences of having a high blood
sugar level.
On October 1, 2018, Resident 44's care plan
for diabetes with a reviewed and revised date
of September 27, 2018 was reviewed. The care
plan for diabetes indicated, "...Goal...Resident's
blood sugar level will remain stable...Resident's
sign and symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia will
improve with interventions...Approach...Blood
sugar checked as ordered...Follow sliding scale
if applicable...Insulin as ordered..."
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Medication Administration Times," dated July
6, 2018, indicated, "...Facility should ensure
that authorized personnel...administer
medications according to times of
administration as determined by...physician..."
3a. On September 25, 2018, Resident 44's
record was reviewed. Resident 44 was
readmitted to the facility on January 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included hypertension (high
blood pressure) and congestive heart failure
(CHF - a condition that affects the pumping
power of the heart muscles). Resident 44 had
cognitive decision-making.
Resident 44 physician's order indicated,
- "...Lisinopril (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 5 mg (milligram)...1 tablet; oral...hold for
sbp (systolic blood pressure - the first number
on the blood pressure (BP) reading) less than
100...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered
January 8, 2018;
- "...metoprolol (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 100 mg...1 tablet; oral ...hold for sbp
less than 100...Twice A Day; 09:00 AM, 05:00
PM ..." date ordered January 8, 2018;
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- " ...spironolactone (medication for CHF)
tablet; 25 mg...0.5 tablet; oral...hold for sbp less
than 100...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered January 8, 2018;
Resident 44's physician's order had no
documented evidence the resident's
antihypertensive medications where change
nor discontinued after January 8, 2018.
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's BP was 98/68 on September
15, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 98/62 on September
21, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet); and
- Resident 44's BP was 92/68 on September
28, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Lisinopril 5 mg (1 tablet), Metoprolol 100 mg (1
tablet), and Spironolactone 25 mg (1/2 tablet).
Resident 44's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for September 1
to 25, 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 44's BP was 98/62 on September 5,
2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 93/60 on September 7,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Lisinopril 5 mg (1 tablet);
- Resident 44's BP was 98/56 on September
12, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet);
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- Resident 44's BP was 98/72 on September
17, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Metoprolol 100 mg (1 tablet); and
- Resident 44's BP was 98/66 on September
22, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., the resident was given
Lisinopril 5 mg (1 tablet), Metoprolol 100 mg (1
tablet), and Spironolactone 25 mg (1/2 tablet).
On October 1, 2018, at 9:31 a.m., a concurrent
record review and interview was conducted
with Registered Nurse (RN) 2. RN 2 verified
Resident 44 had the following medications:
Lisinopril, Metoprolol, and Spironolactone.
RN 2 stated Resident 44's antihypertensive
medications were not change nor discontinued
since the order date of January 8, 2018.
RN 2 verified Resident 44's antihypertensive
medications were administered on multiple
occasions to the resident when Resident 44's
BP was below the indicated sbp parameter.
RN 2 stated Resident 44 should have not given
the antihypertensive medications when her sbp
was below indicated parameter. RN 2 stated
the resident would be at risk for hypotension.
3b. On September 25, 2018, Resident 61's
record was reviewed. Resident 61 was
readmitted to the facility on May 21, 2018.
Resident 61 was self-responsible.
Resident 61 physician's order indicated,
"...carvedilol (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 6.25 mg (milligram); oral...for HTN
(hypertension - high blood pressure). Hold for
sbp (systolic blood pressure - the first number
on the blood pressure (BP) reading) < (less
than) 120...Twice A Day; 09:00 AM, 05:00
PM..." date ordered May 25, 2018.
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Resident 61's physician's order had no
documented evidence the resident's
antihypertensive medications where change
nor discontinued after May 25, 2018.
Resident 61's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 61's BP was 110/70 on August 14,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 108/70 on August 16,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 110/70 on August 21,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 107/72 on August 23,
2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg; and
- Resident 61's BP was 116/69 on August 30,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
Resident 61's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for September 1
to 25, 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 61's BP was 110/70 on September
4, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 112/68 on September
8, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 117/62 on September
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9, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
- Resident 61's BP was 109/58 on September
12, 2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg; and
- Resident 61's BP was 117/57 on September
14, 2018 at 5 p.m., the resident was given
Carvedilol 6.25 mg;
On September 28, 2018, at 9:55 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 stated when the resident have
antihypertensive medication, the blood
pressure (BP) should be checked first.
LVN 4 stated if the blood pressure reading was
below the indicated parameters, the
antihypertensive medication should not be
given.
LVN 4 stated when antihypertensive
medication was given to the resident with the
blood pressure below indicated parameter,
there could be a risk for the resident to have
hypotension.
LVN 4 verified Resident 61 received Carvedilol
on multiple occasions on the month of August
and September 2018, when the resident's BP
was below indicated parameter.
LVN 4 verified she was the nurse, as
documented in the eMAR, who administered
the Carvedilol to Resident 61 below indicated
parameter on the following dates:
- August 14, 16, 21, and 30, 2018; and
- September 4, 8, and 12, 2018.
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LVN 4 stated she should have not administered
the Carvedilol to Resident 61 when the
resident's BP was below indicated parameter.
3c. On September 25, 2018, Resident 74's
record was reviewed. Resident 74 was
admitted to the facility on February 8, 2018,
with diagnoses that included hypertension (high
blood pressure). Resident 74 was selfresponsible.
Resident 74 physician's order indicated,
- "...atenolol (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 50 mg (milligram)...1 tablet; oral...hold
for SBP (systolic blood pressure - the first
number on the blood pressure (BP) reading)
less than 100...Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date
ordered May 31, 2018;
- "...Lasix (antihypertensive medication) tablet;
20 mg...1 tablet; oral...hold for systolic B/P
(blood pressure) < 100 Once A Day; 09:00
AM..." date ordered May 31, 2018; and
- " ...diltiazem (antihypertensive medication)
tablet; 60 mg; oral...hold for SBP less (sic)110
Once A Day; 09:00 AM..." date ordered July
23, 2018.
Resident 74 physician's order had no
documented evidence the resident's
antihypertensive medications where change
nor discontinued after the ordered date.
Resident 74's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated the following:
- Resident 74's BP was 108/60 on August 7,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Diltiazem 60 mg;
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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- Resident 74's BP was 104/60 on August 10,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given
Diltiazem 60 mg; and
- Resident 74's BP was 99/77 on August 16,
2018 at 9 a.m., the resident was given Atenolol
50 mg, Diltiazem 60 mg, and Lasix 20mg.
On September 28, 2018, at 10 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4. LVN 4 stated when the resident have
antihypertensive medication, the blood
pressure (BP) should be checked first.
LVN 4 stated if the blood pressure reading was
below the indicated parameters, the
antihypertensive medication should not be
given.
LVN 4 stated when antihypertensive
medication was given to the resident with the
blood pressure below indicated parameter,
there could be a risk for the resident to have
hypotension.
LVN 4 verified Resident 74 received
antihypertensive medications on multiple
occasions on the month of August 2018, when
the resident's BP was below indicated
parameter.
LVN 4 verified she was the nurse, as
documented in the eMAR, who administered
the Atenolol, Diltiazem, and Lasix to Resident
61 below indicated parameter on August 16,
2018.
LVN 4 stated she should have not administered
Resident 61's antihypertensive medications
when the resident's BP was below indicated
parameter.
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The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"Administering Medications," dated July 6,
2018, indicated, "...Medications shall be
administered in a safe and timely manner, and
as prescribed...The following information must
be checked/verified for each resident prior to
administering medications...Vital signs, if
necessary..."
4. On September 27, 2018, Resident 17's
record was reviewed. Resident 17 was
admitted to the facility on December 16, 2016,
with diagnoses that included unspecified pain.
Resident 17's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, was reviewed . The
physician's orders in the eMAR indicated
Methadone tablet 5 mg (milligrams) to
administer 0.5 mg tablet by mouth every 12
hours for pain management with the goal of
"pain level of 0-2/10 (0-2 in a scale of 0-10
being 10 the worst pain)."
Further review of Resident 17's eMAR
indicated, the resident did not receive his
Methadone dose on the following dates:
- September 15, 16, and 18, 2018 at 9 a.m. and
9 p.m.
- September 19, 2018 the dose at 9 a.m.
On September 27, 2018 at 10 a.m., an
interview was conducted with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. LVN 2 stated when
medications are not available, the licensed
nurse should call the pharmacy and asks when
the facility is going to receive the medication.
LVN 2 further stated she follows up with
pharmacy usually after rounds and calls the
pharmacy again at the end of the shift.
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On September 28, 2018, at 11:20 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with LVN 3. LVN 3 verified the
Methadone doses were not administered to
Resident 17 on September 15, 16, 18, and 19,
2018.
LVN 3 stated there was no assessment for pain
conducted on September 15, 16, 18, and 19,
2018 for Resident 17.
On October 1, 2018 at 10:35 a.m., an interview
was conducted with Resident 17. Resident 17
stated he was aware and was notified
Methadone was not available by the licensed
nurses. Resident 17 stated when he did not
received his Methadone, his pain scale was 8
out of 10.
Resident 17 further stated it was generalized
pain and "It was very bad pain for several
days."
5. On September 28, 2018, at 11:03 a.m.,
Resident 9's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
9 was admitted to the facility on August 29,
2017, with diagnoses that included peripheral
vascular disease (a condition in which
narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to
the limbs), and radiculopathy (a pinched nerve
causing pain).
Resident 9's history and physical indicated she
had the capacity to understand and make
health care decisions.
Resident 9's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...Lyrica (pregabalin) capsule; 75 mg...1
capsule; oral...Twice A Day...neuropathy...
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Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: 09/13/2018, 9:00
AM...09/13/2018, 5:00 PM...09/14/2018, 9:00
AM..."
In a concurrent interview MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged lyrica was not administered to
Resident 9 on multiple occasions because the
drug was unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 9's pain assessments were
conducted when the lyrica was not
administered to the resident on those dates.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of lyrica for Resident 9.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:52 a.m., Resident 9
was observed sitting on her wheelchair inside
her room.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 9 stated
she was made aware by the nurse on multiple
occasions that lyrica was unavailable, but could
not recall the exact dates when it was.
Resident 9 stated she felt "terrible" when she
missed her lyrica medication.
Resident 9 further stated she felt as if there
was a "tight band-aid" around her fingers, and
her fingers were numb, and felt like "more than
a tingling sensation."
6. On September 28, 2018, at 10:58 a.m.,
Resident 56's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
56 was admitted to the facility on June 17,
2018, with diagnoses that included non-healing
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wounds of both lower extremities, pain in right
shoulder, and dorsalgia (low-back pain).
Resident 56's history and physical indicated
she had the capacity to understand and make
health care decisions.
Resdient 56's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...fentanyl...patch 72 hour; 12 mcg/hr
(microgram per hour- a unit of
measurement)...1 patch; transdermal...Every
72 Hours...for pain control...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item Unavailable: August 4, 2018, 9:00
AM...and 8/16/2018, 9:00 AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged fentanyl patch was not
administered on multiple occasions because
the drug was unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 56's pain assessments were
conducted when fentanyl patch were not
administered on those dates.
LVN/MDSN stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of fentanly patch for Resident 56.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:41 a.m., Resident 56
was observed awake and alert, while sitting at
the side of her bed, rubbing her legs with her
hands.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 56 stated
she currently had severe pain on both lower
legs and she just took her pain medication.
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Resident 56 stated the nurse had informed her
on multiple occasions when her fentanyl patch
was unavailable. Resident 56 further stated she
felt "terrible pain' when fentanyl patch was not
given to her.
7. On September 28, 2018, at 10:41 a.m.,
Resident 28's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
28 was admitted to the facility on June 29,
2018, with diagnoses that included unspecified
pain, and malignant neoplasm of the colon
(cancer of the large intestine).
Resident 28's history and physical indicated he
had the capacity to understand and make
medical decisions.
Resident 28's electronic medicaion
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...tramadol...tablet; 50 mg...50 MG;
oral...Every 4 Hours...PAIN MANAGEMENT...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/04/2018, 6:00
AM...08/04/2018, 10:00 AM...and 08/04/2018,
2:00 PM..."
Resident 28's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...tramadol...tablet; 50 mg...50 MG;
oral...Every 4 Hours...PAIN MANAGEMENT...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/04/2018, 10:00
AM..."
In a concurrent interview, MDS/LVN 2
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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acknowledged tramadol was not administered
on multiple occasions because the drug was
unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 28's pain assessment was
conducted when tramadol medications were
not administered to the resident on those
dates.
LVN/MDSN stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of tramadol for Resident 28.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:39 a.m., Resident 28
was observed awake and alert, and lying in
bed.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 28 stated
he was made aware by the nurse on multiple
occasions that tramadol was unavailable, but
could not recall the exact dates when it was.
Resident 28 further stated when he missed his
tramadol medication, he felt "terrible pain" from
his legs all the way up to his body.
8. On September 28, 2018, at 10:33 a.m.,
Resident 76's record was reviewed with
Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool)
/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2. Resident
76 was admitted to the facility on August 8,
2018, with diagnoses that included pain in
unspecified lower leg, low back pain, fracture of
the right tibial tuberosity (a bone on the right
knee), and psychoactive (a medication that
changes brain function) substance dependence
of methadone.
Resident 76's history and physical indicated the
resident had the capacity to make health care
decisions.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Resident 76's electronic medication
administration record (eMAR) for the month of
August 2018, indicated:
- "...methadone...10 mg (milligram - a unit of
measurement)...1 tablet; oral...Twice A
Day...chronic pain management...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 08/09/2018, 9:00
AM...08/15/2018, 5:00 PM...08/17/2018, 9:00
AM... 8/17/2018, 5:00 PM..."
Resident 76's eMAR for the month of
September 2018, indicated:
- "...methadone tablet; 10 mg...0.5 tablet;
oral...At Bedtime...for pain management...
Reasons/Comments: Not Administered:
Drug/Item unavailable: 09/07/2018, 9:00
PM...09/08/2018, 9:00 PM...09/09/2018, 9:00
PM...and 09/10/2018, 9:00 PM..."
In a concurrent interview MDS/LVN 2
acknowledged methadone was not
administered to Resident 76 on multiple
occasions because the drug was unavailable.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence Resident 76's pain assessments were
conducted when the methadone was not
administered to the resident on those dates.
MDS/LVN 2 stated there was no documented
evidence the physician was informed of the
missed doses of methadone for Resident 76.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:46 a.m., Resident 76
was observed awake, alert, and lying in bed.
In a concurrent interview, Resident 76 stated,
he was told by the nurses when his methadone
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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was unavailable but he could not recall the
exact dates when it was.
Resident 76 stated he needed the methadone
to control his chronic pain. Resident 76 further
stated he felt "terrible pain" whenever
methadone was not administered to him.
9. On September 17, 2018, Resident 90's
record was reviewed. Resident 90 was
admitted to the facility on November 1, 2016,
with diagnoses that included unspecified pain
and history of fracture (break in the bone) on
the right femur (thighbone).
The care plan dated November 30, 2017,
indicated, "Problem...Resident expressed
alteration in Comfort and Daily Activity due to
presence of pain...Approach...Administer pain
medication as ordered...Gabapentin (nerve
pain medication) 400 mg (milligrams) PO (by
mouth) Q (every) 8 hours..."
The August 2018 electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) indicated
Resident 90 had a physician's order, with a
start date of June 1, 2018, for gabapentin
capsule 400 one capsule to be given by mouth
every eight hours for neuropathy.
Further review of the August 2018 eMAR
indicated, the gabapentin 400 mg was not
administered to Resident 90 due to medication
unavailability on the following dates:
- August 1, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 2, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 3, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 5, 2018, at 6 a.m.;
- August 6, 2018, at 6 a.m.; and
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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- August 9, 2018 at 6 a.m.
There was no documented evidence the
licensed nurse had notified the physician on
Resident 90's missed doses of gabapentin on
those dates. In addition, there was no
documented evidence the licensed nurse had
monitored the resident on the possible side
effects of the missed doses.
On October 1, 2018, at 8:47 a.m., Resident
90's record was reviewed with Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 6. LVN 6 verified her
electronic signatures for the missed doses of
gabapentin. LVN 6 stated she was not able to
administer the gabapentin because the
medication was not available on August 1, 2, 3,
5, 6, and 9, 2018.
LVN 6 further stated she did not notify Resident
90's physician on the missed doses of
gabapentin on those dates.
LVN 6 stated she did not assess the resident
for pain when the medication was not given.
LVN 6 further stated Resident 90 would be in
pain if she missed a dose of her gabapentin.
LVN 6 stated she did not notify the pharmacy
on the medication unavailability.
LVN 6 stated she should have notified Resident
90's physician on the missed doses of
Gabapentin and assessed the resident for pain
due to the missed doses of Gabapentin.
10. On September 26, 2018, Resident 43's
record was reviewed. Resident 46 was
admitted to the facility on April 16, 2018, with
diagnoses that included multiple sclerosis
(disease in which the immune system eats
away at the protective covering of the nerves)
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44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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and open wound to right thigh sequela
(condition that is the consequence of a
previous disease or injury)
The physician's order dated September 3,
2017, indicated, "morphine...tablet extended
release...15 mg (milligrams)...1 tablet
oral...every 12 hours...for pain management..."
The Nursing Pain Evaluation Assessment
dated July 30, 2018, indicated Resident 43 was
at risk for pain related to her diagnosis of
multiple sclerosis
The care plan dated August 2, 2018, indicated,
"Problem...Resident expressed alteration in
Comfort and Daily Activity due to presence of
pain...as caused
by...wound...contractures...Spasm...Multiple
Sclerosis...Approach...Administer pain
medication as ordered...Morphine 15 mg PO q
(every) 12h (hours)..."
The August 2018 electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) indicated the
licensed nurse was not able to administer the
Morphine 15 mg tablet for pain due to
medication unavailability on the following dates:
- August 6, 2018, at 9 p.m.;
- August 7, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- August 8, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- August 8, 2018, at 9 p.m.; and
- August 23, 2018 at 9 p.m.
The September 2018 eMAR indicated the
licensed nurse was not able to administer the
Morphine 15 mg tablet for pain due to
medication unavailability on the following dates:
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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- September 8, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 14, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- September 15, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 16, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
- September 17, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 18, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September 19, 2018, at 9 a.m.;
- September20, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.;
and
- September 21, 2018, at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
There was no documented evidence Resident
43 was assessed and monitored for pain when
the medication Morphine was not administered
due to medication unavailability in August 2018
and September 2018.
On October 1, 2018, at 10:36 a.m., a
concurrent interview and record review was
conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 3. LVN 3 stated he was not able to
administer the 9 a.m. dose of the Morphine
tablet to Resident 43 on September 8, 14, 15,
16, 17, 18, and 21, 2018, because it was
unavailable.
LVN 3 stated Resident 43 would be
experiencing pain if the medication Morphine
was not administered. LVN 3 further stated he
did not assess Resident 43's pain when the
Morphine was not given on those dates.
LVN 3 stated he did not have documented
evidence the physician was notified when the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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morphine was not administered to Resident 43
on those dates.
LVN 3 stated he should have assessed and
monitored Resident 43 for the possible side
effects from missing the dose of morphine on
multiple occasions.
11. On September 28, 2018, Resident 57's
record was reviewed. Resident 57 was
admitted to the facility on April 14, 2018, with
diagnoses that included benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH - enlarged prostate gland
that can cause uncomfortable urinary
symptoms, such as blocking the flow of urine
out of the bladder...cause bladder, urinary tract
or kidney problems with lower urinary tract
infection [UTI]).
The physician's order dated August 9, 2018,
indicated, "Bactrim...400-800 mg (milligram)...1
tablet Once A Day Every Other Day for
prophylaxis (action taken to prevent disease)..."
The Medication Administration Record (MAR)
for September 2018, indicated Bactrim 400-800
mg was documented not available and not
administered on September 2, 4, 10, and 12,
2018.
On September 28, 2018, at 9:33 a.m.,
Registered Nurse (RN) 1 was interviewed. RN
1 verified Bactrim was not administered to
Resident 57 on September 2, 4, 10, and 12,
2018, because it was not available.
RN 1 stated the Bactrim was in the OMNIcell
(ADDS - automatic drug dispenser system). RN
1 further stated Bactrim should have taken out
from the OMNIcell and should have been
administered to Resident 57 on September 2,
4, 10, and 12, 2018.
In addition, RN 1 stated the physician should
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44610 Monterey Ave
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have been called and informed the Bactrim was
not administered as ordered on September 2,
4, 10, and 12, 2018.
RN 1 stated Resident 57 had recurrent history
of UTI's. RN 1 further stated it is a physician's
order that had to be followed to prevent
worsening of UTI into sepsis (generalized
spread of infection in the body).
12. On September 28, 2018, Resident 197's
record was reviewed. Resident 197 was
admitted to the facility on September 21, 2018,
with diagnoses that included glaucoma.
The physician's order dated September 21,
2018, indicated:
- "Travatan Z...drops; 0.04 % (percent); amt
(amount): 1 drop per eye...At Bedtime..."; and
- "Xalatan...drops; 0.005 %; amt: 1 drop per
eye...At Bedtime..."
Resident 197's electronic Medication
Administration Record (eMAR) for September
2018, indicated Travatan and Xalatan were not
available and were not administered on
September 22, 2018.
On September 28, 2018, at 10:22 a.m., the
Registered Nurse (RN) and Minimum Data Set
(MDS - an assessment tool) / Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) was interviewed. RN 1
stated medications for newly admitted residents
were usually available on the same day or the
next day for the first dose administration.
RN 1 stated the physician should have been
informed the eyedrop medications fro Resident
197 were not available and not administered as
ordered on September 22, 2018.
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MDS/LVN 2 stated, Resident 197 was up and
about and need his eye medication to maintain
adequate vision and function especially when
performing activities of daily living (ADL).
On October 1, 2018, at 10:00 a.m., Resident
197 was interviewed. Resident 197 stated his
right eye had no vision and the left eye gets
blurry if he missed his eye medications.
Resident 197 further stated, it affects how he
see things and and how he functions.
F812
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Food Procurement,Store/Prepare/ServeSanitary
CFR(s): 483.60(i)(1)(2)
F812
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§483.60(i) Food safety requirements.
The facility must §483.60(i)(1) - Procure food from sources
approved or considered satisfactory by federal,
state or local authorities.
(i) This may include food items obtained
directly from local producers, subject to
applicable State and local laws or regulations.
(ii) This provision does not prohibit or prevent
facilities from using produce grown in facility
gardens, subject to compliance with applicable
safe growing and food-handling practices.
(iii) This provision does not preclude residents
from consuming foods not procured by the
facility.
§483.60(i)(2) - Store, prepare, distribute and
serve food in accordance with professional
standards for food service safety.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
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review, the facility failed to ensure sanitary
conditions were maintained in the dietary
department when:
1. A scoop was stored inside the plastic bin for
the pancake mix;
2. A pan of uncooked beef patties was stored
on top of cooked puree foods; and
3. The dietary staff failed to perform hand
hygiene in between performing tasks while
preparing the food items for the lunch tray line.
These failures had the potential for the
increased risk of cross contamination and
create a potential for pathogens to cause foodborne illness among the residents.
Findings:
1. On September 24, 2018, at 9: 12 a.m., an
inspection of the dry storage area in the kitchen
was conducted with the Dietary Supervisor
(DS). A plastic bin labeled as pancake mix had
a scoop stored inside. The scoop was in direct
contact with the pancake mix powder.
In a concurrent interview, the DS stated he did
not know how long the scoop had been stored
inside the bin together with the pancake mix.
The DS stated the scoop for the pancake mix
should not have been stored inside the bin
together with the pancake mix to prevent crosscontamination.
The DS further stated the scoop should have
been washed after use and stored separately
from the pancake mix.
2. On September 24, 2018, at 9: 20 a.m., an
inpection of the walk- in refrigerator was
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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A. BUILDING: ___________
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555403
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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conducted with the DS.
A tray cart containing cold food was observed
near the refrigerator door opening. An
aluminum pan containing raw beef patties was
stored on the bottom part shelf of the tray cart.
Underneath the pan of raw beef patties were
three aluminum containers labeled as tofu
puree (liquidized or crushed food), gluten free
pasta puree, and gluten free bread.
In a concurrent interview, the three aluminum
containers were cooked puree food for the
residents.
The DS further stated the dietary staff should
not have stored the pan raw beef patties on top
of the cooked puree food.
The DS further stated the dietary staff should
have removed the cooked puree food from the
bottom and stored it on top to prevent cross
contamination from the raw beef patties.
The facility's policy and procedure titled,
"SANITATION AND INFECTION CONTROL
...CANNED AND DRY GOODS STORAGE,"
dated July 6, 2018, was reviewed. The policy
indicated,
"Bins holding dry good such as flour, sugar,
beans, etc, must be clearly labeled on the lid
and front of the container and dated when the
product was put into bin. Scoops are to be
stored in a separate area, not inside the food
containers, and need to be cleaned each time
they are used...
Cooked foods will be stored on shelves above
raw food to prevent contamination from
drippings..."
3. On September 26, 2018, at 11:05 a.m., an
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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observation of the lunch tray line was
conducted with Dietary Cook (DC) 1 and DC 2.
DC 2 was observed preparing the cooked food
item for lunch tray line.
DC 2 took several pan containing cooked food
covered with foil from the oven and placed it on
top of the steam table for temping observation
(process of checking the temperature of
cooked food).
DC 2 removed each covered foil from pan
containing the cooked food items and discard
each of the foil in the plastic trash bin near the
cooking area.
DC 2 was observed to be in direct contact with
the trash lid each time he discarded an item in
the trash can. DC 2 did not wear gloves during
the observation and did not perform hand
hygiene after each direct contact with the trash
lid.
DC 2 then continued to prepare the cooked
food items on the steam table. DC 2 continued
the same practice of not performing hand
hygiene after each in direct contact with the
trash lid with his bare hands on multiple
occasions while preparing the cooked food
items for lunch tray line.
In a concurrent interview, DC 2 was asked
when should he perform hand hygiene during
the food preparation. DC 2 stated he should
have washed his hands after each time he
touched the trash lid to discard the trash.
In a concurrent interview with DC 1, he stated
DC 2 should have washed his hands after each
contact with an unclean equipment or surface
during the food preparation.
On September 27, 2018, at 9:58 a.m., the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(X4) ID
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Dietary Supervisor (DS) was interviewed. The
DS stated during food preparation, the DC
should wash their hands every time they leave
the cooking area or touch unclean equipment
or surface to prevent the contamination of
cooked food for the residents.
The facility's policy andprocedure titled,
"SANITATION AND INFECTION
CONTROL...HANDWASHING," dated July 6,
2018, was reviewed. The policy indicated,
"FREQUENCY...After handling carts, soiled
dishes and utensils...Before and after doing
cleaning procedures...Before and after handling
foods...After handling any waste or waste
products...After engaging in any activities that
contaminate the hands..."
F867
SS=H
QAPI/QAA Improvement Activities
CFR(s): 483.75(g)(2)(ii)
F867
10/28/2018
§483.75(g) Quality assessment and assurance.
§483.75(g)(2) The quality assessment and
assurance committee must:
(ii) Develop and implement appropriate plans of
action to correct identified quality deficiencies;
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview and record review, the
facility failed to set priorities for performance
improvement activities that focus on high-risk,
high volume, problem prone areas, when the
facility failed to identify quality deficiencies
related to medication availability.
In addition, the facility failed to develop and
implement action plans to correct identified
qaulity deficiencies related to the unavailability
of medication for the residents.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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This failure resulted in multiple residents not
receiving their prescribed medications that
could result to ineffective treatment of medical
condition that could affect the overall well-being
of the residents. (Refer to F684, F755, F760)
Findings:
On September 26, 2018, the survey team
identified 33 residents had not reveived their
prescribed medications as ordered due to
medication unavailability from the period of
August 2018 to September 2018. (Refer
toF684, F755, F760).
Quality deficiencies were identified related to
medications availability in the facility. In
addition, the facility failed to develop and
implement an action plan to correct and identify
quality deficiencies related to unavailability of
medications for the residents.
On September 28, 2018, at 4:00 p.m., the
Director of Nursing (DON) was interviewed.
The DON stated the facility's pharmaceutical
services for acquiring medications (new orders
and refills) was impacted by the new change of
medication refill order from cycle to on demand.
DON further stated a breakdown was identified
when there was no follow up evaluation of the
effectiveness of inservices and staff education
for this new changes, thus had resulted to
delay in the delivery of residents medications.
On October 1, 2018, at 4:05 p.m., the
Administrator was interviewed. The
Administrator stated the facility was not aware
multiple residents did not receive their
precribed medications on multiple occasions
due to medication unavailability.
The Administrator stated the facility had just
investigated the cause and it was determined
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555403
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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that the medication unavailability was a result
of the licensed nurses not being able to request
a refill of the prescribed medications in a timely
manner. In addition, the Administrator had
stated the licensed nurses should have notified
the residents' physicians and informed them of
the missed doses of the prescribed
medications.
The Administrator further stated the licensed
nurses should have requested for refill
medication for the residents five days before
they had ran out. The Administrator stated this
was not done and it had resulted to the delayed
delivery of the medications to the residents
causing the medication unavailabitliy.
The Administrator stated the facility did not
have an action plan on ensuring the system for
medication refill request to the pharmacy would
be processed efficiently to help prevent the
delay of medication refill deliveries.
The Administrator stated the QAPI committee
reviewed the cause and analysis of why an
issue is not working in the facility and they
modify their objectives. He confirmed the issue
of medications not being available to the
residents should have been identified by the
committee.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure
titled, "Quality Assurance and Performance
Improvement (QAPI) Plan," revised July 6,
2018, was reviewed. The policy indicated, "The
objectives of the QAPI plan are to provide a
means to identify and resolve present and
potential negative outcomes related to resident
care and services...Provide structure and
processes to correct identified quality and/or
safety deficiencies..."
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X1) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: ___________
B. WING: _______________
555403
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
MONTEREY PALMS HEALTH CARE CENTER
44610 Monterey Ave
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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