F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
Based on review of clinical records, review of facilitypolicy and interview with staff, it was determined that
the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan related to
respiratory care for one of 21 residents reviewed. (Resident R102)
Findings include:
Review of facility's policy 'Care Plans, Comprehensive Person-Centered,' indicates that the comprehensive,
person-centered care plan will: 8 (e) describe the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the
resident's highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being.
Review of Residents R102's clinical record indicated admission date of April 18, 2024, with the diagnoses
of encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis other specified symptoms and signs involving the
circulatory and respiratory system, nasal congestion. A physician order dated April 18, 2024 revealed
Ipratropium -Albuterol Solution 0.5-2.5 (3) Mg/ML Order summary 1 vial inhale orally two times a day for
wheezing/chest congestion.
Observation conducted on May 1, 2024, at 2:20 p.m. of Resident R102 revealed that the resident had a
nebulizer machine next to his bedside. On May 3, 2024, at 9:47 a.m. an observation with a Director of
Nursing, Employee E2 confirmed that Resident R103 has the nebulizer was receiving a active treatment
during the observation. A review of the comprehensive care plan dated April 18, 2024, did not include a
nebulizer treatment. Director of Nursing was able to confirm that the resident's comprehensive care plan
was not revised to include the nebulizer treatment.
28 Pa Code 211.12(d)(5) Nursing services
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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F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a
review of clinical records, review of facility policy and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility
failed to follow physician orders related to congestive heart failure protocol for one of eight sampled
residents (Resident R 72) to monitor resident's daily weights and notify the medical doctor if any weight
gain.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of facility policy titled Heart Failure-Clinical Protocol revised November 2018, revealed that the
physician identifies individuals with a history of heart failure and the nurse with assess and document. The
physician will review and make recommendations for relevant aspects of the nursing care plan; for example,
what symptoms to expect, how often and what (weights, renal function, digoxin level, etc.) to monitor and
when to report the finding to the physician.
Review of Resident R72's clinical record revealed that Resident R72 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]
with the diagnoses of acute embolism and thrombosis of auxiliary vein (blood clots in the upper arm), Type
2 diabetes (blood sugar or glucose is too high), hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), hypertension (high blood
pressure), anxiety (condition marked by extreme anxiety or panic), malignant neoplasm of breast
(metastatic breast cancer), and chronic diastolic heart failure(congestive heart failure).
Continued review of Resident R72's April and May 2024 physicians orders revealed an order to weigh daily
for CHF (congestive heart failure) protocol, weigh resident before breakfast, notify MD (medical doctor) of
weight gain of two pounds in twenty-four hours or five pounds in one week.
Review of the resident's clinical record revealed no documented evidence that the resident was weighted
daily before breakfast as ordered by the physician.
Interview with Director of Nursing, Employee E2 on May 5, 2023, at 12:40 p.m. confirmed that the weights
were not documented but believed that there was documentation elsewhere. The facility was no able to
submit documentation related to daily weights obtained for Resident R72 for review.
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Rydal, PA 19046
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy, facility documentation, review of clinical records, observations, and staff interviews,
it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident's wander guard was functioning for the
resident who is at risk for elopement for one of the one resident reviewed (Resident R89 and failed to
ensure hot beverage temperatures were monitored on one of three nursing units (3rd floor dining room).
Findings include:
Review of the facility Wandering and Elopements policy, last revised March 2019, indicated that the facility
will identify residents who are at risk of unsafe wandering and strive to prevent harm while maintaining the
least restrictive environment for residents.
Review of Residents R89s clinical record revealed that the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE],
with the diagnoses of Alzheimer's diseases and unspecified dementia without behavioral disturbance,
psychotic disturbance mood disturbance and anxiety.
Review of Residents R89's quarterly MDS assessment (Minimum Data Set assessment: MDS -a periodic
assessment of resident care needs) dated January 29, 2024, revealed Resident 89's BIMS score was 4
(Brief Interview for Mental Status- a tool to assess cognitive function; a score of 4 indicates that the
resident's was cognitively impaired).
A further review of the clinical record indicated that Resident R89 had a physician order dated March 20,
2024,
check wanderguard (device place on wrist or ankle which automatically activates a locking mechanism
system to lock doors when the resident approaches the exit doors) and proper placement every shift. A
comprehensive care plan-initiated April 4, 2024, indicated The resident is an elopement risk r/t (related to)
disoriented to place, impaired safety awareness. Under interventions further stated Device noted please
monitor for function/placement and skin integrity impairment while device in use.
On May 1, 2024, at 10:52 a.m. Resident R89 was observed wearing a wanderguard on his left wrist. A
registered nurse, unit manager Employee E5 tried testing the wanderguard for functionality with the
wanderguard testing equipment and it wasn't screening that the wanderguard was functioning. Resident
R89 and Employee E5 walked towards the elevator to test the functionality of the device and the resident's
wanderguard did not function to alert the staff that Resident R89 was exiting the nursing unit. Employee E5
confirmed that the wanderguard was not functioning and needed a replacement.
Review of facility policy Safety of Hot Liquids, revised October 2014, revealed appropriate precautions will
be implemented to maximize choice of hot beverages while minimizing the potential for injury. Further
review of facility policy revealed appropriate interventions will be implemented to minimize the risk from
burns such as maintaining a hot liquid serving temperature of not more than 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Food
service staff will monitor and maintain food temperatures that comply with food safety requirements but do
not exceed recommended temperatures to prevent scalding.
Review of facility documentation revealed an in-service conducted for nursing staff for Heating of
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Rydal Park of Philadelphia Presbytery Homes, Inc
1515 the Fairway
Rydal, PA 19046
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Food/Liquids dated 2/6/24 and 2/7/24. Review of in-service documentation revealed nursing staff may not
reheat food for residents. Dietary is responsible to take temperatures.
Observations on May 3, 2024, at 12:12 p.m. in the 3rd floor dining room revealed Dietary Aide, Employee
E13, heating up a beverage in the microwave. Further observations revealed when the beverage was done
in the microwave, Dietary Aide, Employee E13, took the mug out of the microwave and handed it back to
the nurse aide without checking the temperature first.
Subsequent interview on May 3, 2024, at 12:15 p.m. with Dietary Aide, Employee E13, confirmed the
employee did not check the temperature of the water heated in the microwave before giving it back to the
nurse aide for distribution to the resident.
28 Pa. Code: 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee.
28 Pa. Code: 201.18(e)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code: 207.2(a) Administrator's responsibility.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Rydal Park of Philadelphia Presbytery Homes, Inc
1515 the Fairway
Rydal, PA 19046
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F 0692
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy, review of clinical records, and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed
to monitor and modify interventions consistent with the resident's needs to maintain acceptable parameters
of nutritional status for one four residents reviewed for nutritional status (Resident R39).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings Include:
Review of facility policy Weight Assessment and Intervention, revised March 2022, revealed undesirable
weight change is evaluated by the treatment team whether or not the criteria for significant weight change
have been met. The evaluation includes, but not limited to, the resident's target weight range, and the
resident's calorie, protein, and other nutrient needs compared with the resident's current intake.
Review of Resident R39's comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS - federally mandated resident
assessment and care screening) dated April 4, 2024, revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], and had diagnoses of dementia and malnutrition.
Review of Resident R39's nutrition assessment dated [DATE], by Registered Dietitian, Employee E3,
revealed the resident was at risk for dehydration and development of pressure ulcers. Resident R39 was
identified as underweight related to variable intakes, dementia, and need for assistance with meals. Weight
goal for Resident R39 was identified as a range between 104 to110 pounds. Interventions included to
monitor weight monthly/weekly.
Review of Resident R39's weight history revealed the resident was weighed at 107 pounds on admission
on [DATE]. Further review of Resident R39's weight trend revealed the resident was weighed at 99.8
pounds on April 10, 2024, and April 11, 2024, reflecting a significant weight loss of 6.7% and 7.2 pounds
over 9 days. Resident R39 maintained a weight between 99.8 pounds and 100.4 pounds through April 24,
2024.
Review of Resident R39's entire clinical record revealed no documented evidence the Registered Dietitian
was made aware of the significant weight loss. Further review of Resident R39's clinical record revealed no
documented evidence the Registered Dietitian monitored the resident's weekly weights and
modified/reassessed the resident's needs consistent with the significant weight loss.
Interview on May 3, 2024, at 11:45 a.m. with Registered Dietitian, Employee E3, confirmed Resident R39's
significant weight loss was not assessed.
28 Pa. Code 211.10 (c) Resident care policies
28 Pa. Code 211.12 (d)(3) Nursing services
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Rydal, PA 19046
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F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated,
prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic
medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Based on clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a
resident's medication regimen was free from potential unnecessary medications for one of five residents
reviewed. (Resident R 72).
Findings include:
Review of Resident R72's clinical record revealed that Resident R72 was admitted to the facility December
1, 2020. Resident R 72 has diagnosis' including acute embolism and thrombosis of auxiliary vein (blood
clots in the upper arm), Type 2 diabetes ((blood sugar or glucose is too high), hyperlipidemia (high
cholesterol), hypertension (high blood pressure), anxiety (condition marked by extreme anxiety or panic),
malignant neoplasm of breast (metastatic breast cancer), and chronic diastolic heart failure (congestive
heart failure).
Review of Resident 72's clinical record revealed a physician order dated March 29, 2024, for Alprazolam (a
psychotropic medication belonging to the class called benzodiazepine, is a fast acting tranquilizer used to
treat anxiety disorders) 0.5 milligrams give one tablet by mouth every 8 hours as needed for anxiety.
Review of Resident R72's MAR (Medication Administration Record), revealed that the resident received the
medication Alprazolam on 4/5/2024, 4/12/2024, 4/14/2024, 4/19/2024, and 4/26/2024.
Review of a pharmacy consultant review dated November 7, 2023 revealed a recommendation Per CMS
regulations PRN (as needed) anxiolytic orders need a fourteen day stop date, however if a duration date
greater then 14 days is needed, the order will need 1) a duration for use AND 2) a clinical rationale. Please
include the duration for use and rationale for the following order: Alprazolam 0.5 mg PRN. Further review of
this pharmacy consultant review revealed a nurses note that the medication Alprazolam was discontinued
February 9, 2024, restarted March 23, 2024 and discontinued May 3, 2024.
Review of clinical records revealed no evidence that the practitioner/ physician documented the rational and
indicated the duration of the PRN order when the PRN order for Alprazolam was continued beyond 14
days.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Rydal Park of Philadelphia Presbytery Homes, Inc
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Rydal, PA 19046
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of the facility policy, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to
ensure all drugs and biologicals used in the facility were labeled in accordance with professional standards,
and to discard expired medications in accordance with professional standards, for one of four medication
carts observed (Middle Cart of Second Floor).
Findings include:
Review of the facility policy on Medication Labelling and Storage revised in February 2023; indicated;
multi-dose vials that have been opened or accessed are dated and discarded within 28 days unless the
manufacturer specifies a shorter or longer date for the open vial.
Observation of the Middle Cart of Second Floor, on May 6, 2024, at 10:31 a.m., revealed; the following
opened eye medicines without marking any opened date on those medication vials:
An opened 5 ML bottle of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution (used to treat eye infections), with expiry date,
June 2025; two opened 15 ML bottles of [NAME] Tears Lubricant Eye Drop (used to dry eye), with expiry
date, May 2026; an opened 5 ML bottle of Polymyxin B Sulfate and Trimethoprim Ophthalmic Solution (used
to treat eye infection), with an expiry date of October 2025; an opened 5 ML bottle of Latanoprost
Ophthalmic Solution (used to treat glaucoma, a condition in which increased pressure in the eye can lead
to gradual loss of vision), with an expiry date of October 2025; an opened box of Systane Lubricant Eye
drops Convenient single vials on the Go (used to treat dry eyes), with an expiry date of March 2025; and an
opened 5 ML bottle of Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution (used to treat high
pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma), with an expiry date of September 2025.
Interview with Registered Nurse (RN), Employee E9, at the time of the finding, confirmed; the eye drops
bottles should have been discarded, as those eye drops vials had not been marked with the opened- dates,
per the facility policy.
28 Pa Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee
28 Pa Code 211.9(g)(h) Pharmacy services
28 Pa Code 211.12(c) Nursing services
28 Pa 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing services
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1515 the Fairway
Rydal, PA 19046
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain an
effective infection control program, related to the processing of linens.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Observation at the Laundry room of the facility on May 6, 2024, at 9:34 a.m., revealed that one Laundry
Aide, Employees E10, processing and folding clean linens for the use of residents, but letting the downward
end of the linen dragging on the floor of the Laundry Room. At the time of the finding interviewed Employee
E10, confirmed that the linen should have been folded without letting it drag on the floor of the Laundry
Room, to prevent contamination and to maintain infection control.
Observation at the Laundry room of the facility, on May 6, 2024, at 9:42 a.m., revealed that one Laundry
Aide, Employees E12, was processing and folding clean linens for the use of residents, by holding the
linens letting it to touch the Laundry Aides' personal clothing. At the time of the finding interviewed with
Employee E12, confirmed that the linen should have been folded without letting it touch the employee's
clothing to prevent contamination and to maintain infection control.
28 Pa Code 211.12 (d)(1)(5) Nursing services
28 Pa Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee
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