F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, a review of clinical records, documentation provided by the facility, and staff interviews, it was
determined the facility failed to provide care in a manner that promotes each resident's dignity for one out of
28 residents sampled (Resident 83).Findings include:A clinical record review revealed Resident 83 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses to include peripheral vascular disease (a condition in
which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms or legs). During an observation conducted on July
29, 2025, at 9:48 AM, Employee 10, Nurse Aide (NA), was seen transporting Resident 83 in a white shower
chair through the third-floor 300s unit hallway in route to the shower room. Resident 83 was wearing only a
black t-shirt that extended to his waist and was not wearing pants. A white cloth was loosely draped across
the resident's lap. Resident 83's buttocks and approximately four inches of his gluteal cleft (the groove
between the buttocks) were visibly exposed as he was pushed in the chair through the hallway and into the
shower room. An employee statement dated July 29, 2025, revealed Employee 10, nurse aide (NA), was
unaware that Resident 83's backside was exposed during the transport. The employee stated, In the future,
I will use two bath towels to ensure all areas are covered. During an interview on July 29, 2025, at
approximately 1:00 PM, the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) confirmed that residents have the right to
be provided care with dignity. The NHA indicated that Resident 83 should have been properly covered and
should have been provided with appropriate clothing to ensure that his backside was not exposed while
being transported through a public hallway. The facility failed to ensure that Resident 83 received care in a
manner that maintained his dignity.28 Pa. Code 201.18(e)(1) Management. 28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a)
Resident rights. 28 Pa. Code 211.12 (c)(d)(1) 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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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Based on observation and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to provide housekeeping and
maintenance services necessary to maintain a clean, safe, orderly and sanitary resident environment in the
room of one of 28 residents reviewed. (Resident 2) Findings include: Observations of Resident 2's room on
the [NAME] unit, on July 29, 2025, at 1036 AM, revealed a fitted bed sheet with an approximately 6-inch
x6-inch tan stain noted to be on the left side middle portion of the fitted sheet.An observation to Resident
2's room on July 30, 2025, at 10:47 AM revealed the fitted bed sheet noted an approximately 6 -inch by 6
-inch tan stain noted to be on the left side middle portion of the bed. Further observation revealed a 7- inch
by 6-inch tan stain noted on the lower right side of the fitted sheet. Additionally, noted to be at the foot of
fitted sheet were 4 8-inch streaks of a dark red substance running along the foot of the fitted sheet.An
observation made in Resident 2's room on July 30,2025 at 1:00 P.M. revealed the fitted bed sheet noted an
approximately 6- inch by 6- inch tan stain noted to be on the left side middle portion of the bed. Further
observation revealed a 7 -inch by 6-inch tan stain noted on the lower right side of the fitted sheet.
Additionally, noted to be at the foot of fitted sheet were approximately 4 8-inch-long streaks of a dark red
substance running along the foot of the fitted sheet.An interview with Employee 4, Nurse Aide NA on July
30,2025, confirmed the sheets were visibly soiled. During the interview Employee 4 revealed bedding is
usually changed on shower days or when visibly soiled. Employee 4 revealed that he was responsible for
Resident 2's care during the day shift of July 30th,2025 but did not realize the sheets were soiled. An
interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) was conducted on July 30, 2025, at 2:15 PM, to review the
above observations and confirmed that the facility failed to maintain a safe, sanitary and orderly
environment in Resident 2's room. 28 Pa. Code 201.18 (e)(1) (2.1) Management. 28 Pa. Code 201.14 (a)
Responsibility of licensee.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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F 0628
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Residents Affected - Some
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Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or
bed-hold policies.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a
review of clinical records, facility-initiated transfer notices, and staff interviews, it was determined the facility
failed to provide copies of written notice of facility-initiated hospital transfers of residents to a representative
of the Office of the State Ombudsman for 2 out of 28 residents reviewed (Residents 41 and 70).Findings
include: A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident 41 was transferred to the hospital on May 13,
2025, and was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident 70
was transferred to the hospital on April 28, 2025, and was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. Although
written notices were provided to the resident and resident representative of the facility-initiated transfer,
there was no documented evidence the facility sent copies of written notices of these facility-initiated
transfers to the representative of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. An interview with the
Nursing Home Administrator on July 31, 2025, at approximately 12:00 P.M., confirmed there was no
documented evidence that copies of facility-initiated transfer notices for Residents 41 and 70 were sent to a
representative of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. 28 Pa. Code 201.14(a)
Responsibility of licensee.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a
review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to fully develop and revise
a person-centered comprehensive care plan to meet the individualized needs of two residents out of 28
sampled (Resident 7 and 41).Findings included: A review of Resident 7's clinical record revealed the
resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that included congestive heart failure (a
condition in which the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should) and diabetes (a chronic disease that
occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin (a hormone that helps regulate blood
sugar levels) or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces). A review of a quarterly
Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS a federally mandated standardized assessment process conducted
periodically to plan resident care) dated July 11, 2025, revealed that Resident 7 is cognitively intact with a
BIMS score of 13 (Brief Interview for Mental Status a tool within the Cognitive Section of the MDS that is
used to assess the resident's attention, orientation, and ability to register and recall new information; a
score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact). A clinical record review for Resident 7 revealed physician's
orders, dated January 3, 2025, for Lispro (short-acting insulin) four times a day subcutaneously (injection
under the skin) with a sliding scale insulin coverage (a method used to manage blood sugar levels by giving
insulin based on blood sugar readings) dependent on his blood glucose level and Lantus (long-acting
insulin), dated January 2, 2025, subcutaneously 20 units in the morning and 20 units at bedtime. Further
review for Resident 7 revealed a physician's order dated January 4, 2025, for a daily 1500 milliliter (ml) fluid
restriction (360 ml allotted for breakfast, 300 ml allotted for lunch, and 300 ml allotted for dinner) and 540 ml
allotted for nursing fluids (180 ml during the 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM shift, 180 ml during the 3:00 PM to 11:00
PM shift, and 180 ml during the 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift). A review of the resident's comprehensive plan
of care, last revised on January 6, 2025, failed to reflect these updated medical treatments and
interventions. A review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], with diagnoses that included hypertension (blood pressure that is higher than normal) and
hypoxemia (a low level of oxygen in the blood). A review of a quarterly MDS dated [DATE], revealed that
Resident 41 was cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 12 (a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact). A
clinical record review for Resident 41 revealed physician's orders, dated May 31, 2024, for oxygen 2
L/minute via nasal cannula (flexible tube to deliver oxygen by two small prongs in the nose) for shortness of
breath. A review of the resident's comprehensive plan of care, last revised on July 7, 2025, failed to reflect
these updated medical treatments and interventions. During an interview on July 31, 2025, at approximately
11:00 AM, the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed the facility failed to ensure that comprehensive care
plans were fully developed for Resident 7 and Resident 41. 28 Pa. Code 211.12 (d)(5) Nursing services
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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395587
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, clinical record reviews, facility policies, facility investigative documentation, manufacturer
instructions, and staff and resident interviews, it was determined the facility failed to implement
interventions to prevent the development of a pressure injury for two residents (Residents 58 and 6) and
failed to implement physician-ordered pressure-relief measures for two residents (Residents 11 and 70) out
of 28 residents reviewed. Findings include: According to the US Department of Health and Human
Services, Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality, the best pressure ulcer practice bundle incorporates
three critical components in preventing pressure ulcers: Comprehensive skin assessment, Standardized
pressure ulcer risk assessment, and care planning and implementation to address the areas of risk. The
American College of Physicians (ACP) is a national organization of internists who specialize in the
diagnosis, treatment, and care of adults. Clinical Practice Guidelines indicate that the treatment of pressure
ulcers should involve multiple tactics aimed at alleviating the conditions contributing to ulcer development
(i.e., support surfaces, repositioning, and nutritional support); protecting the wound from contamination and
creating and maintaining a clean wound environment; promoting tissue healing via local wound
applications, debridement, and wound cleansing; using adjunctive therapies; and considering possible
surgical repair. A review of the facility policy titled Prevention of Pressure Ulcers, last reviewed by the facility
on June 30, 2025, revealed it is the facility's policy to ensure assessments are timely and appropriate and
changes in condition are recognized, evaluated, reported to the practitioner, physician, and family, and
addressed. The policy indicates general preventive measures include identifying risk factors for pressure
ulcer development. Interventions include changing position at least every two hours or more frequently if
needed, determining if residents need a special mattress, ensuring the special mattresses contain foam or
air as indicated, reducing shear by lifting rather than dragging, referring residents to rehabilitation or
restorative nursing programs as indicated, and encouraging residents to participate in active and passive
range of motion exercises to improve circulation. When in bed every attempt should be made to float heels
(keep heels off the bed) by placing a pillow from knee to ankle or with other devices as recommended by
the therapist or prescribed by the physician. A clinical record review revealed Resident 58 was admitted to
the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that included chronic kidney disease (a condition where the kidneys
cannot adequately filter waste from the blood) and spinal stenosis (a condition where the spinal column
narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord or the nerves). A review of a quarterly Minimum Data Set
assessment (MDS a federally mandated standardized assessment process conducted periodically to plan
resident care) dated May 12, 2025, revealed that Resident 58 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 14
(Brief Interview for Mental Status a tool within the Cognitive Section of the MDS that is used to assess the
resident's attention, orientation, and ability to register and recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates
cognition is intact). The care plan initiated June 16, 2025, identified the resident as being at risk for
pressure ulcers due to dehydration and immobility. The physician's orders revised July 18, 2025, included
use of a bariatric air mattress with settings adjusted to the resident's most current weight. A wound note
dated July 28, 2025, identified a Stage II pressure injury on the sacrum (lower back area) measuring 0.4
cm x 0.4 cm x 0.2 cm, characterized by partial-thickness skin loss and pink wound bed. According to
manufacturer guidance an alternating pressure therapy pump overlay/replacement mattress system
operating manual provided by the facility revealed the pump display has a low-pressure function indicator.
When an abnormally low pressure occurs, the low-pressure indicator (yellow LED) will light up. Check that
the connections are
Residents Affected - Some
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395587
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
correctly made and that they are correctly installed as per installation instructions. A note indicated that if
the pressure level is consistent, check for any leakage (tubes or connecting hoses). If necessary, replace
any damaged tubes or hoses. Despite these orders, an observation on July 29, 2025, at 10:05 AM,
revealed the air mattress was set to support a resident weighing 500 pounds. The resident's actual weight
as of July 2, 2025, was 235.6 pounds. The air mattress pump displayed a yellow low-pressure warning light.
Resident 58 reported the mattress had been uncomfortable for several weeks. A follow-up observation on
July 29, 2025, at 10:28 AM revealed Resident 58's air mattress pump continued to indicate low pressure.
During an interview on July 29, 2025, at approximately 11:00 AM, the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)
and Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed the air mattress pump should be set to match the resident's
weight. The DON and NHA indicated the low-pressure indicator light should not continue to be lit. During an
interview on July 29, 2025, at 11:25 AM, the Director of Maintenance confirmed the low-pressure indicator
light continued to signal. The Director of Maintenance replaced the air mattress pump. After a few minutes,
the low-pressure indicator light turned off. During an interview on July 30, 2025, at 1:20 PM, Resident 58
indicated that since the new pump was installed, the bed has been more comfortable. He said he could feel
the air circulating, and he had a good night's sleep for the first time in 30 days. He indicated there was less
discomfort in his lower back, where he had a skin injury. The facility failed to ensure Resident 58's air
mattress was adjusted per manufacturer guidance. Specifically, the facility failed to timely recognize a
low-pressure indicator light on the air pressure pump and ensure the weight setting correctly matched the
resident's weight which resulted in ineffective pressure redistribution and contributed to skin breakdown. A
clinical record review revealed Resident 6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
included unspecified fracture of the lower end of the right femur (a break in the bone right above the knee
joint), unspecified dementia (a progressive loss of memory and cognitive function caused by brain disease).
A review of Resident 6's admission MDS dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 6 was severely cognitively
impaired with a BIMS score of 99 (a score of 99 indicates the resident was unable to complete the
interview), and required total staff assistance for activities of daily living, rolling in bed, and transfers, and
was moderately at-risk for the development of pressure ulcers and injuries. According to the MDS the
resident was always incontinent of bladder and bowel. A review of the resident's care plan-initiated March
18, 2025, identified a focus area related to skin integrity with planned interventions which included
encourage hydration adequate nutrition and provide assistance as needed, keep skin clean and dry, assist
resident with turning and repositioning every hour and as needed, complete skin inspection every 7 days
and as needed, an use of a pressure redistribution air mattress. A nursing progress note dated April 7,
2025, revealed the presence of Stage II pressure ulcers (characterized by open wounds or blisters with
exposed dermis) on the right hip, right thigh, and lower back. These areas were directly aligned with the
edges of the incontinence brief. Staff applied wound gel and dressings. A facility investigation conducted
that same day, April 7, 2025, at 11:21PM determined the ulcers followed the brief line. Review of a Wound
Evaluation and Management Summary note dated April 9, 2025, completed by the wound care consultant,
indicated the pressure area located on Resident 6's right hip was classified as a Stage II that measured 5.5
cm x 0.5 cm x 0.1 cm, with a light amount of serous drainage (clear, thin, watery fluid that is a normal part
of the healing process). Treatment recommendations were to apply Skin Prep (specific barrier liquid used to
protect the skin from moisture, friction and shearing) once daily for thirty days, to offload wound and
reposition per facility protocol. Further review indicated the pressure area on right lower back was classified
as a Stage II, measuring 6 cm x 0.3 cm with a fluid filled
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
blister and open areas of exposed dermis (the second layer of skin). Treatment recommendations were to
apply Skin Prep once daily for thirty days, to offload wound and reposition per facility protocol. Continued
review indicated the pressure area on Resident 6's right medial(middle) thigh measured 4 cm x 0.2 cm with
a fluid filled blister and open areas of exposed dermis (the second layer of skin). Treatment
recommendations were to apply Skin Prep once daily for thirty days, to offload wound and reposition per
facility protocol. An interview with the Director of Nursing on July 31,2025, at approximately 9:30 AM
revealed staff are provided with a brief sizing chart which is posted on each nursing unit, to assist in
determining the size brief a resident is to use based on a resident's height and weight. Further interviewing
revealed that each resident is then evaluated and measured by the Bowel and Bladder Nurse to determine
if the brief the staff are using on each resident is the correct size. At the time of the survey, the facility was
unable to provide documentation that appropriate sizing had been assessed for Resident 6. An interview
with Employee 9, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on July 31,2025 at 9:35 AM revealed when she reviewed
the skin areas reported on April 7, 2025, the areas of pressure reported were in direct contact with the brief
and indicated the brief too small and this was the cause of the pressure areas. The LPN instructed the
C.N.A to use a larger brief on Resident 6 to help deter any further skin concerns. An interview was
conducted with the Director of Nursing on July 31, 2025, at approximately 9:50 AM to confirm the above
findings related to the facility's failure to prevent pressure ulcers. A review of the clinical record revealed that
Resident 11 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that included muscular dystrophy (group
of genetic diseases characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration). The admission
MDS dated [DATE], revealed a BIMS score of 12, indicating mild cognitive impairment, and noted the
resident was at risk for pressure ulcer development. A physician order dated June 6, 2025, directed staff to
apply bilateral heel offloading boots (protective offloading boots to prevent heel ulcers) at all times, except
during physical therapy. An observation on July 29, 2025, at 12:35 PM revealed Resident 11 was sitting in
his wheelchair without the boots in place. An observation on July 29, 2025, at 12:45 PM in the presence of
Employee 8 (RN) revealed that Resident 11 had left the facility with staff for an outside appointment.
Resident 11's offloading boots were observed in the closet despite the physician order for the resident to
wear the boots at all times except physical therapy. Interview with Employee 8 (RN) at this time confirmed
that staff were to ensure that Resident 11's boots were always worn except physical therapy. Observation
on July 30, 2025, at 1:30 PM revealed the resident was sitting in his wheelchair with the boots applied.
During an interview with the resident at this time the resident confirmed that the boots were comfortable
and were helping to relieve pressure off his feet. Interview with the director of nursing (DON) on July 30,
2025, at approximately 2:00 PM confirmed that Resident 11 was at risk for pressure ulcers. The DON
confirmed the physician ordered boots were to be in place at all times except physical therapy and could
also be worn when outside the facility on appointments. Resident 70 was admitted on [DATE], with a
diagnosis of dementia. A MDS dated [DATE], documented a BIMS score of 4, indicating severe cognitive
impairment, and dependence on staff for bed mobility and transfers. The resident was assessed as being at
risk for pressure injuries. A physician order dated February 11, 2025, directed staff to keep the resident's
heels elevated off the bed to relieve pressure. However, an observation on July 29, 2025, at 1:35 PM
revealed the resident's heels were resting directly on the mattress. A heel suspension cushion was
observed on top of the mattress but was not in use. The nurse aide confirmed the resident required staff
assistance for heel elevation, and the Director of Nursing verified that staff were expected to elevate the
heels per the physician's order. An interview with Employee 11 (nurse aide) on July 29, 2025,
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395587
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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at approximately 1:40 PM confirmed that Resident 70 was dependent on staff and that staff were to ensure
that the resident's heels were elevated in bed and not placed directly on the mattress. Interview with the
director of nursing on July 30, 2025, confirmed that Resident 70's heels were to be elevated when in bed as
per physician order for pressure relief. The facility failed to implement preventive measures and
physician-ordered interventions designed to protect Residents 58, 6, 11, and 70 from the development or
worsening of pressure injuries. 28 Pa. Code 201.14 (a) Responsibility of licensee 28 Pa. Code 201.18
(e)(1)(3) Management 28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a)(c) Resident Rights 28 Pa. Code 211.12 (c)(d)(1)(3)(5)
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395587
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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F 0688
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM
and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
clinical record review, review of select facility policy, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined the
facility failed to consistently provide restorative nursing services as planned to maintain mobility to the
extent possible for one resident out of 28 residents sampled (Resident 18).Findings include: A review of the
facility policy titled Restorative Nursing Program, last reviewed by the facility on June 30, 2025, revealed it
is the facility's policy to provide a restorative nursing program that focuses on achieving and/or maintaining
optimal function in accordance with a comprehensive assessment and plan of care. The policy indicated the
restorative nurse monitors on an ongoing basis all aspects of the individualized restorative nursing
programs offered and oversees documentation by nurse aides. A clinical record review revealed Resident
18 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses to include inflammatory Poly arthropathy (a
condition where multiple joints are inflamed). A review of a quarterly Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS
a federally mandated standardized assessment process conducted periodically to plan resident care) dated
July 4, 2025, revealed that Resident 18 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 13 (Brief Interview for
Mental Status a tool within the Cognitive Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention,
orientation, and ability to register and recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact).
A review of Resident 18's care plan revealed a restorative nursing walking program initiated on March 24,
2025. Interventions implemented to assist the resident towards a goal of walking in the corridor with the
assistance of one person up to 350 feet or to tolerance include restorative training in a walking program
with rollator walking (a mobility device) and the assistance of one staff member for distances upwards of
350 ft., initiated on July 7, 2025. During an interview on July 30, 2025, at approximately 10:30 AM, Resident
18 indicated she was upset because she wants to walk every day, but staff do not walk with her. She said in
the last month she had only walked one time. Resident 18 explained she has not been asked to walk and
would not refuse to walk with staff. A clinical record review revealed an ambulation task for Resident 18's
restorative training in the walking/ambulation program. RNP (restorative nursing program) ambulation with
RW (rollator walker) and A (assistance) of 1 staff for distances upwards of 350 feet or as tolerated was
documented as completed on July 30, 2025, at 10:47 AM. During an interview on July 30, 2025, at 11:45
AM, Resident 18 confirmed no one walked with her this morning. She explained that she was in an
interview with the healthcare surveyor at that time. In a subsequent interview on July 30, 2025, at 11:50
AM, Employee 3, Nurse Aide (NA), acknowledged that she documented the RNP ambulation task as
completed for Resident 18. Employee 3 further stated that she had not yet performed the ambulation task
but had documented it prior, with the intention to provide the service later that afternoon Further clinical
record review revealed Resident 18's RNP ambulation task was marked as completed 25 times from July 7,
2025, through July 29, 2025, and marked as the resident refused 19 times during that same period. During
an interview on July 30, 2025, at approximately 1:00 PM, the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) confirmed
facility staff should not document plan of care tasks as complete when the care did not occur. The NHA
acknowledged that Resident 18 reported not receiving her scheduled ambulation interventions as
documented. The NHA was unable to explain the discrepancy between the documentation indicating that
the ambulation program was being consistently provided and the resident's statement that she had only
been walked once in recent weeks. 28 Pa. Code: 211.5(f)(ix) Medical records. 28 Pa. Code: 211.10(c)
Resident care policies. 28 Pa Code 211.12(d)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395587
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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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
observations, review of clinical records, facility investigative documentation, and resident and staff
interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the residents environment remains free of accident
hazards for one out of 28 residents sampled (Resident 92).Findings include: A clinical record review
revealed Resident 92 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that include peripheral vascular
disease (condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms or legs) and neuropathy (a
condition in which nerve damage interferes with the functioning of the nervous system). A review of an
Annual Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS a federally mandated standardized assessment process
conducted periodically to plan resident care) dated June 25, 2025, revealed that Resident 92 was
cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 13 (Brief Interview for Mental Status a tool within the Cognitive
Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention, orientation, and ability to register and
recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact). A progress note dated June 20, 2025,
at 2:09 PM revealed Employee 1, Registered Nurse (RN), was called to Resident 92's room. Upon
assessment, the resident's right foot was noted to have +2 pitting edema (swelling graded on a scale from 0
to 4, based on the depth and duration of the indentation left when pressure is applied to the swollen area)
with a 2.0 cm x 2.0 cm bruise located medially on the dorsum of the right foot (the top-side middle of her
foot). No open areas or complaints of pain were indicated. Employee 1, RN, described the bruise as light
purple in color and circular in shape. The progress note indicated a description of the event by Resident 92:
I was getting a shower, and the aide accidentally dropped the showerhead, and it fell on my foot.
Documentation confirmed the incident was reported to maintenance and that both the physician and
resident representative were notified. Documentation provided by the facility dated June 20, 2025,
described that Employee 2, Nurse Aide (NA), accidentally dropped a showerhead onto Resident 92's foot. It
further revealed that all shower stalls had broken hooks, preventing the showerheads from being safely
secured during care. The staff reportedly placed the showerheads on grab bars, which led to the incident.
This was communicated to maintenance. Review of a written witness statement dated June 20, 2025,
Employee 2, NA, indicated that she gave Resident 92 a shower and the showerhead fell. She recalled
Resident 92 saying something about the showerhead falling, but nothing about Resident 92's foot having
pain or the resident complaining about pain at that time. A right foot x-ray ordered on June 23, 2025, was
initially inconclusive due to a bandage, prompting a repeat order. The second x-ray on June 24, 2025,
revealed an age-indeterminate deformity of the second toe, with no evidence of bone infection. A pain
evaluation document dated June 26, 2025, revealed Resident 92 had experienced pain over the last five
days related to her right foot. The document indicated the resident also had pain related to chronic arthritis.
Resident 92 indicated the pain was an 8 out of 10 (numeric scale to rate pain 00 being the least amount of
pain and 10 being the worst). Resident 92 indicated rest, elevation, ice, and acetaminophen reduced her
discomfort. A progress note dated June 30, 2025, at 9:34 AM revealed the resident requested the nurse to
look at the resident's right foot related to pain and swelling. Upon assessment, the right foot appeared to be
swollen, red, warm, tender, and painful to touch. The physician was notified and an order for the antibiotic
cephalexin 500 mg twice daily for 10 days was initiated for cellulitis (a potentially serious skin infection that
occurs when bacteria enter broken skin. It causes redness, warmth, swelling, and pain, and typically
requires antibiotics for treatment.). A physician progress note dated July 2, 2025, documented a diagnosis
of cellulitis of the right foot secondary to trauma from the showerhead. The resident's pain and swelling
were reported to be
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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
395587
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street
Dallas, PA 18612
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 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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improving with antibiotic treatment. Cephalexin was administered as ordered through July 10, 2025. A
podiatry consultation form dated July 9, 2025, revealed Resident 92 had pain, edema (fluid buildup), and
fluctuance (boggy sensation felt on touch) on the right distal foot (top side of the foot). The consultation
indicated concern with hematoma/fluid buildup in the right foot. The resident had cellulitis resolved with
antibiotic therapy. Recommend magnetic resonance imaging (MRI medical test that uses strong magnet
and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the inside of the body) without contrast. The resident may
need incision and drainage of the right foot. Discussed with nursing. On July 11, 2025, the resident was
scheduled for an MRI to occur on August 6, 2025. However, on July 17, 2025, the resident declined the MRI
and an order for an ultrasound was obtained instead. A soft tissue ultrasound conducted that same day
identified a moderately complex hematoma/seroma (a buildup of fluid) on the top of the right foot resulting
from the trauma. A progress note dated July 18, 2025, at 6:21 PM confirmed the physician reviewed
Resident 92's ultrasound report with no new orders noted. During an interview on July 30, 2025, at 10:30
AM, Resident 92 explained that on June 20, 2025, a nurse aide put the showerhead on top of the grab
assist bar while she was getting a shower. Resident 92 indicated the showerhead was not secured; it fell off
the grab assist bar and struck her in the top of her right foot. Resident 92 indicated it did not hurt at first, but
it started to bother her over the next few days. She indicated that it is painful, but her medicine relieves the
pain. She indicated her injury has not prevented her from carrying out her normal daily activities. During an
observation on July 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM, the Director of Nursing (DON) removed Resident 92's right
sock, which revealed a raised half-circle area measuring approximately 2.0 inches in diameter on the top of
her foot. The area was raised approximately 1.0 inch and light purple in color. An observation on July 30,
2025, at 1:35 PM on the second-floor nursing unit revealed three resident shower stalls with broken plastic
showerhead hooks in each stall. In each stall the showerheads were observed resting loosely on grab bars
or hanging from the hose. During an interview on July 30, 2025, at approximately 2:00 PM, the Nursing
Home Administrator (NHA) confirmed the showerheads should be secured in a manner that prevents a
showerhead from falling and striking a resident. 28 Pa Code 201.18(b)(1) Management. 28 Pa Code 211.10
(d) Resident care policies. 28 Pa Code 211.12 (d)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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