F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of clinical records, hospital records, facility documentation, facility policies, FDA (Food and Drug
Administration) guidelines, and interviews with staff, it was determined the facility failed to provide care and
services that meet the professional standards of quality and as outlined in resident's plan of care for one of
13 residents reviewed (Resident R17). The facility failed to accurately and timely notify the physician after
Resident R17 who was on blood thinner medication, sustained a fall in the bathroom. The facility failed to
conduct comprehensive assesment of Resident R17 in a timely manner after the resident showed
abnormal blood pressure levels following the fall and after the administration of a routine anti-coagulant
medication. The facility's failure resulted in Resident R17 not receiving emergency medical care for
approximately 10 hours after the fall, sustaining a subdural hemorrhage which required transfer to the
hospital and expiring in the hospital. This failure placed Resident R17 in an Immediate Jeopardy situation.
(Resident R17)
Residents Affected - Few
Findings Include:
Review of facility policy Notification of Changes in Resident's Status dated March 2020, revealed Purpose:
To assure that each resident and/or resident representative is notified timely of accidents that result in
injury and have the potential for physician intervention; significant changes in status; significant changes in
treatment; abnormal lab, radiology or other diagnostic test results; transfer or discharge associated with the
health or safety of the resident; change in roommate status or change in resident rights under Federal or
State law or regulations.
Further review of facility policy revealed Pennswood Village shall provide timely notification to each resident
and/or resident representative of accidents that result in injury and have the potential for physician
intervention, significant changes in condition, significant change in treatment, transfer/discharge status
related to health or safety of the resident or other individuals in the facility, roommate status or change in
resident rights under Federal or State law or regulations.
The Community will notify the physician in person, by telephone or in writing of the following changes or
events:
a. An accident which results in injury and has the potential for requiring physician intervention.
b. A significant change in physical, mental, or psychosocial status. Significant change is a deterioration in
health, mental, or psychosocial status in either life-threatening conditions or clinical complications.
c. Abnormal lab, radiology or other diagnostic test results may be communicated to the ordering
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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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clinician.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
d. A need to alter treatment significantly. Significant alteration is the need to discontinue or change an
existing form of treatment due to adverse consequences, or to commence new form of treatment.
Residents Affected - Few
e. A decision to transfer or discharge a resident related to health or safety of the resident or other
individuals in the facility.
Review of FDA guidelines for the medication Xarelto revealed that XARELTO increases the risk of bleeding
and can cause serious or fatal bleeding. In deciding whether to prescribe XARELTO to patients at increased
risk of bleeding, the risk of thrombotic events should be weighed against the risk of bleeding. Promptly
evaluate any signs or symptoms of blood loss and consider the need for blood replacement. Bleeding Risks
-advise patients to report any unusual bleeding or bruising to their physician. Inform patients that it might
take them longer than usual to stop bleeding, and that they may bruise and/or bleed more easily when they
are treated with XARELTO [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. If patients have had neuraxial anesthesia
or spinal puncture, and particularly, if they are taking concomitant NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory)
or platelet inhibitors, advise patients to watch for signs and symptoms of spinal or epidural hematoma, such
as back pain, tingling, numbness (especially in the lower limbs), muscle weakness, and stool or urine
incontinence. If any of these symptoms occur, advise the patient to contact his or her physician
immediately.
Increased risk of bleeding: XARELTO can cause bleeding which can be serious and may lead to death. This
is because XARELTO is a blood thinner medicine (anticoagulant) that lowers blood clotting. During
treatment with XARELTO you are likely to bruise more easily, and it may take longer for bleeding to stop.
You may have a higher risk of bleeding if you take XARELTO and have certain other medical problems.
Review of facility reported incident dated November 25, 2024, revealed Resident R17 was noted on
November 25, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m. observed sitting on the floor in the bathroom with the
resident's back against the wall. The resident's pants were down, and the floor was wet with urine. Resident
R17 stated, I hit my head. The resident was awake and alert, speech was clear and answered
appropriately. Neuro checks initiated and was within normal limits. Resident was able to move all
extremities and denied pain. [Resident R17] was noted with increased blood pressure post fall, which was
discussed with [Nurse Practitioner, Employee E4], as well as current clinical presentation offering no other
complaints at this time and no visible signs of injury, recommended to continue current plan of care and
give morning medications. Morning medications given including Furosemide and Cardizem. In the early
afternoon around 12:30 p.m. the resident was noted with complaint of head pain, left eye pain, nausea, as
well as vomiting. The physician was called, and ordered to send the resident to the hospital for evaluation.
Resident was transferred to the hospital. Upon arriving to the emergency room, a CT (computed
tomography) scan was completed and Resident R17 was noted with a 16 millimeter (mm) subdural
hematoma (pool of blood between the brain and its outermost covering) with a 6 mm midline shift
(displacement of brain tissue that occurs when the brain is pushed to one side of its natural centerline. It
can be caused by a number of things, including traumatic brain injury). Family wished for conservative
management per trauma team and no surgical intervention, goal was comfort. Resident R17 passed away
at the hospital.
Review of facility incident report dated November 25, 2024, revealed that Resident R17 was found sitting
on the floor. Resident stated, I hit my head, The time of the incident was documented as 2:05
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Few
a.m. Further review of the incident report revealed that the physician notification time was 3:40 p.m. There
was no documentation of mode of communication and physician response. There was no documented
evidence that physician responded to the notification.
Review of medication administration record for Resident R17 for November 2024 revealed that the resident
received Xarelto 15 milligrams (mg) every evening at 6 p.m. and the resident received a dose on November
24, 2024.
Review of care plan for Resident R17 dated November 8, 2024 revealed that resident was on anticoagulant
therapy Xarelto related to Atrial fibrillation (irregular and rapid heartbeat) with care plan intervention
including monitor/document/report as needed adverse reactions of anticoagulant therapy: blood tinged or
red blood in urine, black tarry stools, dark or bright red blood in stools, sudden severe headaches, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, muscle joint pain, lethargy, bruising , blurred vision, shortness of breath, loss of appetite,
sudden changes in mental status, significant or sudden changes in vital signs.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 2:15 a.m. revealed that resident's blood pressure (BP)
after the fall was 190/80 (normal blood pressure is 120/80). It was also documented that the resident
complained of pain of on a scale, 3 out of 10. There was no documentation of the pain location or type of
pain.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 2:30 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
178/78.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 2:45 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
170/78.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 3:00 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
178/72.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 3:30 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
180 /78.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 4:00 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
177/78.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 5:00 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
180/80.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 6:00 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
170/80.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 6:55 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
181/83.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 7:55 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
185/80.
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 11:55 a.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP)
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Pennswood Village
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Newtown, PA 18940
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was 186/80.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Review of neurological assessment dated [DATE], at 12:15 p.m. revealed that the blood pressure (BP) was
192/80.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident R17's clinical record failed to reveal documented evidence the physician was notified of
Resident R17's high blood pressure levels and the use of anticoagulant medication until November 25,
2024 approximately 7:30 a.m.
Review of hospital record dated November 25, 2024, revealed Resident R17 presented for evaluation of the
ground-level fall sustained at 2:00 a.m. 10 hours later resident developed headache, nausea, vomiting. In
emergency room resident received Kcentra for reversal of Xarelto coagulopathy and seizure prophylaxis.
CT scan revealed cerebral hemorrhage (16 mm subdural hematoma and 6 mm midline shift). Family
chosen conservative management and comfort measures were initiated. Resident died on November 26,
2024, and the reason was documented as subdural hematoma.
Interview with Nurse Practitioner, Employee E4 on December 2, 2024, at 12:07 p.m. stated she was not on
call on November 25, 2024. She came to the facility around 7:00 a.m. and heard that the resident had a fall,
later around 7:30 a.m. she became aware the resident was having high blood pressure. Employee E4
stated resident was due for (his/her) morning medication and she asked staff to give the medication. She
did not order any other medication. She was not aware of resident's status until around 12 noon on
November 25, 2024. Employee E4 stated staff were expected to recheck the blood pressure an hour or two
after the medications were given and notify the provider to see response of the blood pressure or to initiate
additional interventions.
Interview with Registered Nurse, Employee E5 on December 2, 2024, at 12:28 p.m. stated she was the
supervisor on duty for November 25, 2024. She asked the nurse to give the morning medication after the
resident was noted with high blood pressure. She was not sure if the charge nurse rechecked Resident
R17's blood pressure or if the blood pressure came down in response to the medication. Employee E5
stated later when she assessed the resident around 12 or 1 p.m. resident was vomiting and had nausea.
Interview with Registered Nurse, Employee E6 on December 3, 2024, at 9:33 a.m. stated she was the night
shift supervisor when the resident fell at 2:05 a.m. She created the incident report. She sent an e-mail
(electronic communication) to physician around 3:40 a.m. to notify of the fall. Employee E6 stated she was
not sure if any physician saw the e-mail or responded to the e-mail. Employee E6 stated she was aware
that the resident hit her head during the fall. Employee E6 stated she was aware of the high blood pressure
and confirmed the physician was not notified in a timely manner.
Review of an e-mail message sent to the providers on November 25, 2024, at 3:45 a.m. revealed that Hello,
(Resident R17) fell last night in (Resident R17)'s bathroom, no apparent injuries at this time. Further review
of the email notification failed to reveal evidence the staff notified the provider of resident hitting head, being
on anticoagulant medication, pain level of 3, or high blood pressure after the fall.
Interview with Nursing Home Administrator and Registered Nurse, Clinical Service Director, Employee E3
on December 3, 2024, at 9:33 a.m stated staff should call physician if there is a change in condition.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Few
Employee E7, Licensed Nurse, who provided care to the resident on November 25, 2024 when resident fell
was not available for an interview.
Interview with Physician, Employee E8 on December 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. stated staff should call the
physician via phone if there an emergency or urgent care need that necessitates a physician response
regardless of the time. Staff could e-mail for non-emergency notifications that require physician response
but should complete a follow up call if no response received in an hour. Physician stated he was the
physician for Resident R17. He stated that staff should notify the physician immediately after the fall via
phone of a resident who sustain a fall with suspected head injury such as hitting head during fall. Staff
should also make the physician aware if the resident is taking anticoagulant medication which increases
risk for brain injury. The physician should also made aware of the high blood pressure or vital signs changes
after a fall when resident hit their head. Physician, Employee E8 also stated that staff should re-check the
blood pressure at least in two hours after a medication was given for high blood pressure.
A follow up interview with Nurse Practitioner, Employee E4 on December 3, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. stated she
was not aware the resident was on blood thinner medication when the staff notified them about Resident
R17's high blood pressure after the fall. Employee E4 stated she would have looked at the resident's
condition in a different way and would have changed her decision if she was aware of Resident R17 being
on Xarelto. Employee E4 stated Xarelto increased the risk of head injury and bleeding after falls involving
hitting the head.
Interview with Nursing Home Administrator and Registered Nurse, Clinical Service Director, Employee E3
on December 3, 2024, at 2:40 p.m. confirmed the staff did not notify the physician in a timely and
appropriate manner after Resident R17 sustained a fall in which the resident hit his/her head and observed
with pain, high blood pressure. Nursing Home Administrator and Employee E3 confirmed there was no
documented evidence that the staff notified the resident's physician of high-risk anticoagulant medication
which the resident was taking. Nursing Home Administrator and Employee E3 also confirmed there was no
documented evidence the staff re-checked Resident R17's blood pressure in timely manner after
medication was administered for high blood pressure.
An Immediate Jeopardy situation was identified to the Nursing Home Administrator on December 4, 2024,
at 1:16 p.m. for the facility's failure to provide care and services that meets the professional standards of
quality and as outlined in resident's plan of care. Failure to accurately and timely notify the physician after
Resident R17 who was on a blood thinner medication, fell in the bathroom and hit he/her head. Failure to
re-assess Resident R17 in a timely manner after the resident experience in abnormal high blood pressure
levels following the fall and after routine medication was administered. These failure placed Resident R17 at
risk for serious harm including death.
The facility submitted a written plan of action on December 4, 2024, and implemented a plan of action
which included the following:
- Facility will immediately and accurately communicate with the physician/provider any pertinent change in
condition of a resident.
- Notification of Changes in Resident's Status Policy has been reviewed and revised to include that the
phone should be utilized or in person for all communication regarding significant change in status with
physician/provider. Documentation to include physician/provider response.
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395473
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
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F 0684
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
- Education has been implemented of all RNs (Register Nurse) and LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse)
regarding the revised facility policy of Notifying Changes in Resident's Status. This education includes
assessing residents after change in condition, appropriate and complete notification of the
physician/provider and method of notification. 85% of all RNs and LPNs will have completed education by
the end of the day 12/4/24. 100% of RNs and LPNs will have completed education by the end of the day
12/5/24. If staff are not available, they will be educated prior to the start of their next shift in facility.
Residents Affected - Few
- Every fall incident will be audited by interdisciplinary team to assure that appropriate and complete
physician/provider notification has occurred. The audit will be reported on at Quality Assurance and
Performance Improvement (QAPI) for four quarters.
On December 4, 2024, at 3:47 p.m. the action plan was reviewed, additional clinical records were reviewed,
policy verified, interviews were conducted with staff to confirm that the in-service education was completed.
The Immediate Jeopardy was lifted on December 4, 2024, at 4:02 p.m.
201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee
201.18(b)(1) Management
211.12(d)(1)(2)(3)(5) Nursing services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
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F 0835
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on review of facility records, job descriptions, and staff interviews, it was determined that the Nursing
Home Administrator (NHA) and the Director of Nursing (DON) did not effectively manage the facility related
to ensuring that the facility provided care and services that met the professional standards of quality and as
outlined in resident's plan of care. Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing failed to ensure that
accurately and timely notification of the physician after Resident R17 who was on a blood thinner
medication, fell in the bathroom. Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing failed to ensure
proper procedures were followed related to re-assessing Resident R17 in a timely manner after the resident
was assessed with elevated blood pressure levels following a fall and after routine medication was
administered. This placed Resident R17 at risk for serious harm or impairment and resulted in an
immediate jeopardy situation for one of 13 residents reviewed. (Resident R17)
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the job description for the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) revealed that The Nursing Home
Administrator assures regulatory operations of (facility name) in accordance with current federal, state,
county, local . standards. The Nursing Home Administrator oversees Quality Assurance and Performance
Improvement and HIPAA programs. The Nursing Home Administrator is a member of the Senior
Management Team, sharing the overall responsibility for the operations of the Community. Develop,
maintain, and assure compliance with written policies and procedures . Interpret policies to staff, residents,
families, visitors and government agencies. Review accidents and incidents and make recommendations for
an effective safety program for residents. Perform the duties of abuse investigator. This includes, but is not
limited to, carrying out abuse investigation and prevention protocol. Initiate and coordinate abuse
investigations.
Review of the job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed that The Director of Nursing is
authorized to take any reasonable action necessary to carry out the responsibility delegated to her/him so
long as such action does not deviate from established policy and practice as defined by Pennswood Village
and the current Pennsylvania Professional Nursing Practice Act in the management of all resident services
in the Skilled Nursing Facility. Directs, coordinates, and supervises the nursing activities of (facility name).
Complies with federal, state, and local regulations and standards for operating a long-term care facility.
Coordinates housekeeping, food, transportation, and maintenance personnel as they relate to the (facility
name) with the assistance of the department heads involved. Assist in establishing and maintaining policies
pertaining to all aspects of total resident care in (facility name). Review and ensure compliance of (facility
name) with federal, state, and local standards and implement these standards. Review and ensure
compliance with established personnel policies . Consult with Medical Director to ensure implementation of
medical policy and the individual resident's plan of care.
Review of facility policy Notification of Changes in Resident's Status dated March 2020, revealed Purpose:
To assure that each resident and/or resident representative is notified timely of accidents that result in
injury and have the potential for physician intervention; significant changes in status; significant changes in
treatment; abnormal lab, radiology or other diagnostic test results; transfer or discharge associated with the
health or safety of the resident; change in roommate status or change in resident rights under Federal or
State law or regulations.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395473
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/05/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0835
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Federal Drug Administration guidelines for Xarelto revealed that XARELTO increases the risk of
bleeding and can cause serious or fatal bleeding. Increased risk of bleeding: XARELTO can cause bleeding
which can be serious and may lead to death. This is because XARELTO is a blood thinner medicine
(anticoagulant) that lowers blood clotting. During treatment with XARELTO you are likely to bruise more
easily, and it may take longer for bleeding to stop. You may have a higher risk of bleeding if you take
XARELTO and have certain other medical problems.
Review of facility reported incident dated November 25, 2024, revealed that Resident R17 was noted on
November 25, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m. sitting on the floor in her/his bathroom with her back
against the wall. The resident's pants were down, and the floor was wet with urine. Resident R17 stated, I
hit my head. The resident was awake and alert, speech was clear and was able to answer appropriately.
Neuro checks initiated and was within normal limits. Resident was able to move all extremities and she
denied pain. Resident R17 was noted with increased blood pressure post fall, which was discussed with
Employee E4, Nurse Practitioner as well as current clinical presentation offering no other complaints at this
time and no visible signs of injury, recommended to continue current plan of care and give morning
medications. Morning medications given including Furosemide and Cardizem. In the early afternoon around
12:30 p.m. Resident R17 was noted with complaint of head pain, left eye pain, nausea, as well as vomiting,
provider called, and order obtained to send resident to the hospital for evaluation. Resident was transferred
to the hospital. Upon arriving to the emergency room, a CT (computed tomography) scan was completed
and Resident R17 was noted with a 16 millimeter (mm) Subdural hematoma (a pool of blood between the
brain and its outermost covering) with a 6 mm midline shift (a displacement of brain tissue that occurs when
the brain is pushed to one side of its natural centerline. It can be caused by a number of things, including
traumatic brain injury). Family wished for conservative management per trauma team and no surgical
intervention, goal was comfort. Resident R17 passed away at the hospital.
Review of facility incident report dated November 25, 2024, revealed that Resident R17 was found sitting
on the floor. Resident stated, I hit my head. The time of the incident was documented as 2:05 a.m. Further
review of the incident report revealed that the physician notification time was 3:40 p.m. There was no
documentation of mode of communication and physician response. There was no documented evidence
that physician responded to the notification.
Review of medication administration record for Resident R17 for November 2024, revealed that the resident
received the anti-coagulant medication Xarelto 15 milligrams (mg) every evening at 6 p.m. and the resident
received the last dose on November 24, 2024.
Review of neurological assessment from November 25, 2024, at 2:30 a.m. through November 25, 2024 at
12:15 p.m. revealed that resident's blood pressure (BP) was elevated. It was also documented that the
resident complained of pain of on a scale, 3 out of 10. There was no documentation of the pain location or
type of pain.
There was no documented evidence in the clinical record that the physician was notified of Resident R17's
high blood pressure levels and her use of anticoagulant medication after the fall until approximately
November 25, 2024 at 7:30 a.m Resident R17's neuro check showed abnormal/elevated blood pressure
throughout all the assessment.
Review of hospital record date November 25, 2024, revealed that Resident R17 presented for evaluation of
the ground-level fall sustained at 2:00 a.m. 10 hours later resident developed headache, nausea, vomiting.
In emergency room resident received Kcentra for reversal of Xarelto coagulopathy and
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395473
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/05/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0835
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
seizure prophylaxis. CT scan revealed cerebral hemorrhage 16 mm subdural hematoma and 6 mm midline
shift. Family chosen conservative management and comfort measures were initiated. Resident died on
November 26, 2024 and the reason was documented as subdural hematoma.
Interview with Registered Nurse, Employee E6 on December 3, 2024, at 9:33 a.m. stated she was the night
shift supervisor when the resident fell at 2:05 a.m. She created the incident report. She sent an e-mail
(electronic correspondence) to physician around 3:40 a.m. to notify of the fall. Employee E6 stated she was
not sure if any physician saw the e-mail or responded to the e-mail. Employee E6 stated she was aware
that the resident hit her/his head during the fall. Employee E6 stated she was aware of the high blood
pressure and confirmed that the physician was not notified in a timely manner.
Review of an e-mail message sent to the providers on November 25, 2024, at 3:45 a.m. revealed that Hello,
(Resident R17) fell last night in her bathroom, no apparent injuries at this time. Further review of the e-mail
notification revealed no evidence that the staff notified the provider of resident hitting head, being on
anticoagulant medication, pain level of 3 or high blood pressure after the fall.
Interview with Administrator and Registered Nurse, Clinical Service Director, Employee E3 on December 3,
2024, at 9:33 a.m . stated staff should call physician if there is a change in condition.
Interview with Physician on December 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. stated staff should call the physician via phone
if there an emergency or urgent need that need a physician response regardless of the time. Staff could
email for non-emergency notifications that require physician response but should complete a follow up call
if no response received in an hour. Physician stated she was the physician for Resident R17. He stated staff
should notify the physician immediately after the fall via phone of residents sustain fall with suspected head
injury such as hitting head during fall. Staff should also make the physician aware if the resident is taking
anticoagulant which increases risk for brain injury. Physicians should also made aware of the high blood
pressure or vital signs changes after a fall when resident hit their head. Physician also stated staff should
recheck the blood pressure at least in two hours after a medication was given for high blood pressure.
A follow up interview with Nurse Practitioner, Employee E4 on December 3, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. stated she
was not aware that the resident was on blood thinner when the staff notified them about Resident R17's
high blood pressure after the fall. Employee E4 stated she would have looked the resident's condition in a
different way and would have changed her decision if she was aware of Resident R17 being on Xarelto.
Employee E4 stated Xarelto increased the change of head injury and bleeding after fall involving hitting the
head.
Interview with Nursing Home Administrator and Registered Nurse, Clinical Service Director, on December
3, 2024, at 2:40 p.m. confirmed that the staff did not notify the physician in a timely and appropriate manner
after Resident R17 sustained a fall, observed with pain, and assessed with high blood pressure. Nursing
Home Administrator and Employee E3 confirmed that there was no documented evidence that the staff
notified the physician of high-risk anti-coagulant medication which the resident was taking. Nursing Home
Administrator and Employee E3 also confirmed that there was no documented evidence that the staff
re-checked Resident R17's blood pressure in timely manner after medication was administered for high
blood pressure.
Based on the deficiencies identified in this report, the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395473
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/05/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pennswood Village
Route 413
Newtown, PA 18940
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0835
Nursing failed to fulfill essential duties and responsibilities of their position to ensure that the Federal and
State guidelines and regulations were followed, contributing to the Immediate Jeopardy situation.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Refer to F684
Residents Affected - Few
28 Pa. Code: 201.18(b)(1) Management
28 Pa. Code: 201.18(b)(3) Management
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