F 0572
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents were
provided a written notice of his or her rights and services provided, as well as all rules and regulations
governing resident conduct and responsibilities during their stay in the facility prior to or upon admission for
two of four residents (Residents R2 and R3).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the facility provided admission Packet included: application for admission, personal information,
legal representation, choice of funeral home, income information, provision of services, charges and billing,
Medicare/Medicaid programs, personal finances, transfers, bed holds, resident responsibilities, personal
properly, notice of privacy practices, authorization of treatment, grievance procedures, and the facility
arbitration agreement.
Review of resident records conducted on 10/1/24, revealed the following:
Resident R2 was admitted on [DATE], with no signed admission agreement, or authorization to treat until
8/21/24.
Resident R3 was admitted on [DATE], with no signed admission agreement, or authorization to treat
present in resident record.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 3:33 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the facility
failed to ensure that residents were provided a written notice of his or her rights and services provided, as
well as all rules and regulations governing resident conduct and responsibilities during their stay in the
facility prior to or upon admission for two of four residents.
28 Pa. Code: 201.29(a)(c)(e) Resident rights.
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.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
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909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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F 0580
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room,
etc.) that affect the resident.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to
ensure the physician was appropriately notified of a change in condition for one of three residents reviewed
(Resident R1).
Findings include:
Review of facility policy Acute Condition Changes - Clinical Protocol dated [DATE], indicated before
contacting a physician about someone with an acute change of condition, the nursing staff will collect
pertinent details to report to the physician. Phone calls to attending or on-call physicians should be made
by an adequately prepared nurse who has collected and organized pertinent information, including the
resident/patient's current symptoms and status. The nursing staff will contact the physician based on the
urgency of the situation. For emergencies, they will call or page the physician and request a prompt
response (within approximately one-half hour or less).
Review of facility policy Management of Hypoglycemia dated [DATE], indicated symptoms of hypoglycemia
(low blood sugar level) may include:
- Weakness, dizziness, or fainting
- Restlessness and/or muscle twitching
- Increased heart rat
- Pale, cool, moist skin
- Excessive sweating
- Irritability or bizarre changes in behavior
- Blurred or impaired vision
- Headaches
- Numbness of the tongue and the lips/thick speech
More severe symptoms include:
- Stupor (a state of near-unconsciousness), unconsciousness and/or convulsions (sudden uncontrolled
electrical disturbances in the brain which can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, and
consciousness)
- Coma (a state of prolonged unconsciousness where the patient cannot respond to external stimuli).
Classification of hypoglycemia:
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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F 0580
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
- Level 1 hypoglycemia: blood glucose less than 70 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) but greater than 54
mg/dL;
- Level 2 hypoglycemia: blood glucose is less than 54 mg/dL and;
- Level 3 hypoglycemia: altered mental status and/or physician status requiring assistance for treatment of
hypoglycemia
Treatments for hypoglycemia levels include:
- For Level 1 hypoglycemia, give the resident an oral form of rapidly absorbed glucose (15-20 grams), notify
the provider immediately, remain with the resident, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 2 hypoglycemia, administer glucagon (a medication used to increase blood sugar levels)
(intranasal [via the nose], intramuscular [into a muscle], or as provided), notify the provider immediately,
remain with the resident, place resident in a comfortable and safe place, monitor vital signs, and recheck
blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 3 hypoglycemia and is unresponsive, call 911, administer glucagon (intranasal, intramuscular, or
as provided), notify the provider immediately, remain with the resident, place the resident in a safe place,
and monitor vital signs.
Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated [DATE],
indicated diagnoses of muscle weakness, anemia (too little iron in the blood) and diabetes (a metabolic
disorder in which the body has high sugar levels for prolonged periods of time).
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 8:09 a.m. completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Employee E2 stated, Called to resident's room by Nurse Aide. Resident not responding appropriately and
foam coming from nose and mouth. Vital signs as follows: blood pressure: 148/66, temperature: 98.2
degrees Fahrenheit, heart rate: 90, respirations: 20. Blood glucose 46 mg/dL. Glucose gel (a medication
given orally to increase blood sugar). Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 8:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 99 mg/dL. Resident continues to have foam coming from mouth and nose. Not
responding appropriately. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 9:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident
blood glucose checked again 46 mg/dL, more glucose gel given. Supervisor informed. Resident continues
to have foam from mouth and nose.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:24 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Rechecked
blood glucose it is 42 mg/dL. Glucose gel given. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:45 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 33 mg/dL.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0580
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:48 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Gave
resident glucagon subcutaneously (an injection given into the fatty tissue layer between skin and muscle) in
left deltoid (a muscle in the shoulder). Per supervisor order was obtained.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:50 a.m. completed by Registered Nurse (RN) Employee E3
stated, At 10:50 a.m. I was notified by nursing staff that the resident wasn't responding to most questions
being asked. Physician, Nursing Home Administrator, and Director of Nursing were made aware of
resident's condition. Nursing stated that resident's blood sugar was 46 mg/dL. Nursing was asked if resident
seemed to be lethargic. Upon entering room, resident was cold to touch, no pulse, and no rise to the chest
was noted. Code Blue and emergency medical service (EMS) was called immediately. CPR
(cardiopulmonary resuscitation) was initiated by Supervisor until EMS arrived and they continued with chest
compression. CPR continued until resident CTB (ceased to breathe) at 12:03 p.m. which was called by
EMS.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 11:00 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Called to
residents room by supervisor. Resident without pulse. This writer left room to obtain oxygen. Returned to
room. Supervisor doing compressions on mattress. EMS arrived and moved resident to the floor.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 12:34 p.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, EMS
provide care. ROSC (return of spontaneous circulation - resumption of a sustained heart rhythm that
circulates blood throughout the body) obtained for 10 minutes. Then returned to asystole (heart's electrical
system fails and stops beating). EMS called time of death 12:03 p.m.
During an interview on [DATE], at 11:31 a.m. LPN Employee E2 stated, On [DATE], the aides were
delivering breakfast trays and yelled for me to come. Resident R1 was not responding appropriately and
was foaming from her mouth. I yelled for an aide to call the RN Supervisor on the supervisor phone. I took
her vitals, and her blood sugar level was very low. The RN Supervisor came up and assessed her and I
asked the Supervisor to please obtain an order for glucagon when she spoke to the physician. I gave
Resident R1 oral glucose gel, her blood sugar came up. She was still foaming from the mouth and nose
and still not responding appropriately. I told the Supervisor and asked her about talking to the physician, the
Supervisor stated she had not spoken to the physician yet. Resident R1's blood sugar dropped again, and I
told the Supervisor we should probably send her to the hospital. I'm not sure when or if the Supervisor
spoke to the physician. The Supervisor called me to the desk at 10:45 a.m. and had the physician on
speaker phone. The physician was asking me questions and wanted to know what was going on. The
physician gave an order to send Resident R1 to the hospital and an order for glucagon. She had already
had several doses of the oral glucose gel. I gave her the glucagon. The Supervisor went into Resident R1's
room and saw the resident was without a pulse and respirations. I came out for the crash cart and oxygen,
when I came back in the room EMS was putting the resident on the floor.
On [DATE], at 10:33 a.m. when asked how long it took the RN Supervisor to initially respond and assess
Resident R1, LPN Employee E2 stated, It took a while for the supervisor to come, I'd say about 20 minutes.
State Agency (SA) attempted to call RN Employee E3 to obtain a statement on [DATE], at 11:55 a.m. RN
Employee E3 did not return a phone call to SA.
During an interview on [DATE], at 12:17 p.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) stated, That situation was a
mess, I was made aware of it last week. The notification time is horrendous, I don't understand
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0580
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
why they didn't jump straight to administering glucagon. I spoke with the physician, and she stated she was
not made aware of the severity of the situation until around 10:40 a.m.
During an interview on [DATE], at 12:17 p.m. the DON confirmed that the facility failed to ensure the
physician was appropriately notified of a change in condition as required.
Residents Affected - Few
28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a) Resident rights.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0658
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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, job descriptions, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that
the facility failed to provide care and services to meet the accepted standards of practice for one of five
residents reviewed (Resident R1).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the facility's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Supervisor job description indicated the LPN will
prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
Review of facility policy Administering Medications dated 3/27/24, indicated the individual administering the
medication checks the label THREE (3) times to verify the right resident, right medication, right dosage,
right time, and right method (route) of administration before giving the medication.
Review of facility policy Intramuscular Injections dated 3/27/24, indicated an intramuscular (a technique
used to deliver a medication deep into the muscles, allowing the bloodstream to absorb the medication
quickly) injection can be administered in the following sites:
- Vastus lateralis (the outside muscle of the thigh)
- Ventrogluteal (an area of the muscle on the side of the hip)
- Dorsogluteal (an area of the muscle in the upper buttocks)
- Deltoid (a muscle in the shoulder)
Review of facility policy Management of Hypoglycemia dated 3/27/24, indicated symptoms of hypoglycemia
(low blood sugar level) may include:
- Weakness, dizziness, or fainting
- Restlessness and/or muscle twitching
- Increased heart rat
- Pale, cool, moist skin
- Excessive sweating
- Irritability or bizarre changes in behavior
- Blurred or impaired vision
- Headaches
- Numbness of the tongue and the lips/thick speech
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395883
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0658
More severe symptoms include:
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
- Stupor (a state of near-unconsciousness), unconsciousness and/or convulsions (sudden uncontrolled
electrical disturbances in the brain which can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, and
consciousness)
Residents Affected - Few
- Coma (a state of prolonged unconsciousness where the patient cannot respond to external stimuli).
Classification of hypoglycemia:
- Level 1 hypoglycemia: blood glucose less than 70 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) but greater than 54
mg/dL;
- Level 2 hypoglycemia: blood glucose is less than 54 mg/dL and;
- Level 3 hypoglycemia: altered mental status and/or physician status requiring assistance for treatment of
hypoglycemia
Treatments for hypoglycemia levels include:
- For Level 1 hypoglycemia, give the resident an oral form of rapidly absorbed glucose (15-20 grams), notify
the provider immediately, remain with the resident, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 2 hypoglycemia, administer glucagon (intranasal [via the nose], intramuscular [into a muscle], or
as provided), notify the provider immediately, remain with the resident, place resident in a comfortable and
safe place, monitor vital signs, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 3 hypoglycemia and is unresponsive, call 911, administer glucagon (a medication used to
increase blood sugar levels) (intranasal, intramuscular, or as provided), notify the provider immediately,
remain with the resident, place the resident in a safe place, and monitor vital signs.
Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 8/28/24,
indicated diagnoses of muscle weakness, anemia (too little iron in the blood) and diabetes (a metabolic
disorder in which the body has high sugar levels for prolonged periods of time).
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 8:09 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Called to
resident's room by Nurse Aide. Resident not responding appropriately and foam coming from nose and
mouth. Vital signs as follows: blood pressure: 148/66, temperature: 98.2 degrees Fahrenheit, heart rate: 90,
respirations: 20. Blood glucose 46 mg/dL. Glucose gel (a medication given orally to increase blood sugar).
Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 8:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 99 mg/dL. Resident continues to have foam coming from mouth and nose. Not
responding appropriately. Supervisor aware.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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395883
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0658
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 9:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident
blood glucose checked again 46 mg/dL, more glucose gel given. Supervisor informed. Resident continues
to have foam from mouth and nose.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 10:24 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Rechecked
blood glucose it is 42 mg/dL. Glucose gel given. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 10:45 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 33 mg/dL.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 10:48 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Gave
resident glucagon subcutaneously (an injection given into the fatty tissue layer between skin and muscle) in
left deltoid. Per supervisor order was obtained.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 11:31 a.m. when asked if it is appropriate to give a resident, who is
visibly foaming at the mouth and not responding appropriately, an oral medication, LPN Employee E2
stated, I was rubbing the glucose gel in her gums and cheeks, I wasn't dumping it in her mouth to choke
her.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 11:31 a.m. when asked how she administered the glucagon, LPN
Employee E2 stated, I gave it subcutaneously, I thought that's how it was supposed to be given.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 12:17 p.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) stated that he would expect a
resident, who was visibly foaming at the mouth and not responding appropriately, would not have anything
placed in their mouth. The DON confirmed that per facility policy, Glucagon is to be administered intranasal,
intramuscular, or as provided.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 12:17 p.m. the DON confirmed that the facility failed to provide care and
services to meet the accepted standards of practice as required.
28 Pa. Code: 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee.
28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(2)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
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
review of facility policy, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to
make certain that residents were provided appropriate treatment and care by failing to implement the
facility's hypoglycemia protocol and failing to notify the physician timely of a change in condition for one of
five residents reviewed (Resident R1).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of facility policy Acute Condition Changes - Clinical Protocol dated [DATE], indicated before
contacting a physician about someone with an acute change of condition, the nursing staff will collect
pertinent details to report to the physician. Phone calls to attending or on-call physicians should be made
by an adequately prepared nurse who has collected and organized pertinent information, including the
resident/patient's current symptoms and status. The nursing staff will contact the physician based on the
urgency of the situation. For emergencies, they will call or page the physician and request a prompt
response (within approximately one-half hour or less).
Review of facility policy Management of Hypoglycemia dated [DATE], indicated symptoms of hypoglycemia
(low blood sugar level) may include:
- Weakness, dizziness, or fainting
- Restlessness and/or muscle twitching
- Increased heart rat
- Pale, cool, moist skin
- Excessive sweating
- Irritability or bizarre changes in behavior
- Blurred or impaired vision
- Headaches
- Numbness of the tongue and the lips/thick speech
More severe symptoms include:
- Stupor (a state of near-unconsciousness), unconsciousness and/or convulsions (sudden uncontrolled
electrical disturbances in the brain which can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, and
consciousness)
- Coma (a state of prolonged unconsciousness where the patient cannot respond to external stimuli).
Classification of hypoglycemia:
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395883
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
- Level 1 hypoglycemia: blood glucose less than 70 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) but greater than 54
mg/dL;
- Level 2 hypoglycemia: blood glucose is less than 54 mg/dL and;
- Level 3 hypoglycemia: altered mental status and/or physician status requiring assistance for treatment of
hypoglycemia
Treatments for hypoglycemia levels include:
- For Level 1 hypoglycemia, give the resident an oral form of rapidly absorbed glucose (15-20 grams), notify
the provider immediately, remain with the resident, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 2 hypoglycemia, administer glucagon (intranasal [via the nose], intramuscular [into a muscle], or
as provided), notify the provider immediately, remain with the resident, place resident in a comfortable and
safe place, monitor vital signs, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 3 hypoglycemia and is unresponsive, call 911, administer glucagon (a medication used to
increase blood sugar levels) (intranasal, intramuscular, or as provided), notify the provider immediately,
remain with the resident, place the resident in a safe place, and monitor vital signs.
Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated [DATE],
indicated diagnoses of muscle weakness, anemia (too little iron in the blood) and diabetes (a metabolic
disorder in which the body has high sugar levels for prolonged periods of time).
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 8:09 a.m. completed by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Employee E2 stated, Called to resident's room by Nurse Aide. Resident not responding appropriately and
foam coming from nose and mouth. Vital signs as follows: blood pressure: 148/66, temperature: 98.2
degrees Fahrenheit, heart rate: 90, respirations: 20. Blood glucose 46 mg/dL. Glucose gel (a medication
given orally to increase blood sugar). Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 8:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 99 mg/dL. Resident continues to have foam coming from mouth and nose. Not
responding appropriately. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 9:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident
blood glucose checked again 46 mg/dL, more glucose gel given. Supervisor informed. Resident continues
to have foam from mouth and nose.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:24 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Rechecked
blood glucose it is 42 mg/dL. Glucose gel given. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:45 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 33 mg/dL.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:48 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Gave
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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B. Wing
A. Building
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
resident glucagon subcutaneously (an injection given into the fatty tissue layer between skin and muscle) in
left deltoid (a muscle in the shoulder). Per supervisor order was obtained.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 10:50 a.m. completed by Registered Nurse (RN) Employee E3
stated, At 10:50 a.m. I was notified by nursing staff that the resident wasn't responding to most questions
being asked. Physician, Nursing Home Administrator, and Director of Nursing were made aware of
resident's condition. Nursing stated that resident's blood sugar was 46 mg/dL. Nursing was asked if resident
seemed to be lethargic. Upon entering room, resident was cold to touch, no pulse, and no rise to the chest
was noted. Code Blued and emergency medical service (EMS) was called immediately. CPR
(cardiopulmonary resuscitation) was initiated by Supervisor until EMS arrived and they continued with chest
compression. CPR continued until resident CTB (ceased to breathe) at 12:03 p.m. which was called by
EMS.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 11:00 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Called to
residents room by supervisor. Resident without pulse. This writer left room to obtain oxygen. Returned to
room. Supervisor doing compressions on mattress. EMS arrived and moved resident to the floor.
Review of a Nursing Note dated [DATE], at 12:34 p.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, EMS
provide care. ROSC (return of spontaneous circulation - resumption of a sustained heart rhythm that
circulates blood throughout the body) obtained for 10 minutes. Then returned to asystole (heart's electrical
system fails and stops beating). EMS called time of death 12:03 p.m.
During an interview on [DATE], at 11:31 a.m. LPN Employee E2 stated, On [DATE], the aides were
delivering breakfast trays and yelled for me to come. Resident R1 was not responding appropriately and
was foaming from her mouth. I yelled for an aide to call the RN Supervisor on the supervisor phone. I took
her vitals, and her blood sugar level was very low. The RN Supervisor came up and assessed her and I
asked the Supervisor to please obtain an order for glucagon when she spoke to the physician. I gave
Resident R1 oral glucose gel, her blood sugar came up. She was still foaming from the mouth and nose
and still not responding appropriately. I told the Supervisor and asked her about talking to the physician, the
Supervisor stated she had not spoken to the physician yet. Resident R1's blood sugar dropped again, and I
told the Supervisor we should probably send her to the hospital. I'm not sure when or if the Supervisor
spoke to the physician. The Supervisor called me to the desk at 10:45 a.m. and had the physician on
speaker phone. The physician was asking me questions and wanted to know what was going on. The
physician gave an order to send Resident R1 to the hospital and an order for glucagon. She had already
had several doses of the oral glucose gel. I gave her the glucagon. The Supervisor went into Resident R1's
room and saw the resident was without a pulse and respirations. I came out for the crash cart and oxygen,
when I came back in the room EMS was putting the resident on the floor.
On [DATE], at 10:33 a.m. when asked how long it took the RN Supervisor to initially respond and assess
Resident R1, LPN Employee E2 stated, It took a while for the supervisor to come, I'd say about 20 minutes.
State Agency (SA) attempted to call RN Employee E3 to obtain a statement on [DATE], at 11:55 a.m. RN
Employee E3 did not return a phone call to SA.
During an interview on [DATE], at 12:17 p.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) stated, That situation was a
mess, I was made aware of it last week. The notification time is horrendous, I don't understand why they
didn't jump straight to administering glucagon. I spoke with the physician, and she stated
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395883
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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she was not made aware of the severity of the situation until around 10:40 a.m.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview on [DATE], at 12:17 p.m. the DON confirmed that the facility failed to make certain that
residents were provided appropriate treatment and care by failing to implement the facility's hypoglycemia
protocol and failing to notify the physician timely of a change in condition as required.
Residents Affected - Few
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (b)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code 201.29(d) Resident Rights.
28 Pa. Code 211.10 (c)(d) Resident Care policies.
28 Pa. Code 211.12 (d)(1)(2)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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F 0760
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
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, clinical record review, and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility
failed to ensure that residents are free of significant medication errors for one of five residents reviewed
(Resident R1).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the facility's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Supervisor job description indicated the LPN will
prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
Review of facility policy Administering Medications dated 3/27/24, indicated the individual administering the
medication checks the label THREE (3) times to verify the right resident, right medication, right dosage,
right time, and right method (route) of administration before giving the medication.
Review of facility policy Intramuscular Injections dated 3/27/24, indicated an intramuscular (a technique
used to deliver a medication deep into the muscles, allowing the bloodstream to absorb the medication
quickly) injection can be administered in the following sites:
- Vastus lateralis (the outside muscle of the thigh)
- Ventrogluteal (an area of the muscle on the side of the hip)
- Dorsogluteal (an area of the muscle in the buttocks)
- Deltoid (a muscle in the shoulder)
Review of facility policy Management of Hypoglycemia dated 3/27/24, indicated classification of
hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) include:
- Level 1 hypoglycemia: blood glucose less than 70 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) but greater than 54
mg/dL;
- Level 2 hypoglycemia: blood glucose is less than 54 mg/dL and;
- Level 3 hypoglycemia: altered mental status and/or physician status requiring assistance for treatment of
hypoglycemia
Treatments for hypoglycemia levels include:
- For Level 1 hypoglycemia, give the resident an oral form of rapidly absorbed glucose (15-20 grams), notify
the provider immediately, remain with the resident, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
- For Level 2 hypoglycemia, administer glucagon (a medication used to increase blood sugar levels)
(intranasal [via the nose], intramuscular [into a muscle], or as provided), notify the provider immediately,
remain with the resident, place resident in a comfortable and safe place, monitor vital
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395883
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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signs, and recheck blood glucose in 15 minutes.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
- For Level 3 hypoglycemia and is unresponsive, call 911, administer glucagon (intranasal, intramuscular, or
as provided), notify the provider immediately, remain with the resident, place the resident in a safe place,
and monitor vital signs.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 8/28/24,
indicated diagnoses of muscle weakness, anemia (too little iron in the blood) and diabetes (a metabolic
disorder in which the body has high sugar levels for prolonged periods of time).
Review of a physician's order dated 8/24/24, indicated to administer Lantus (a long-acting insulin) inject 1
unit subcutaneously (an injection given into the fatty tissue layer between skin and muscle) at bedtime for
diabetes.
Review of Resident R1's August 2024 Medication Administration Record (MAR) indicated Lantus was not
administered as ordered on 8/28/24, at 9:00 p.m.
Review of Resident R1's September 2024 MAR indicated Lantus was not administered as ordered on
9/1/24, at 9:00 p.m.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 8:09 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Called to
resident's room by Nurse Aide. Resident not responding appropriately and foam coming from nose and
mouth. Vital signs as follows: blood pressure: 148/66, temperature: 98.2 degrees Fahrenheit, heart rate: 90,
respirations: 20. Blood glucose 46 mg/dL. Glucose gel (a medication given orally to increase blood sugar).
Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 8:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 99 mg/dL. Resident continues to have foam coming from mouth and nose. Not
responding appropriately. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 9:30 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident
blood glucose checked again 46 mg/dL, more glucose gel given. Supervisor informed. Resident continues
to have foam from mouth and nose.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 10:24 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Rechecked
blood glucose it is 42 mg/dL. Glucose gel given. Supervisor aware.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 10:45 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Resident's
blood glucose rechecked 33 mg/dL.
Review of a Nursing Note dated 9/2/24, at 10:48 a.m. completed by LPN Employee E2 stated, Gave
resident glucagon subcutaneously in left deltoid. Per supervisor order was obtained.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 11:31 a.m. when asked how she administered the glucagon, LPN
Employee E2 stated, I gave it subcutaneously, I thought that's how it was supposed to be given.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 12:17 p.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that per
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395883
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
facility policy, Glucagon is to be administered intranasal, intramuscular, or as provided. The DON also
confirmed that Lantus was not documented as administered.
During an interview on 10/1/24, at 12:17 p.m. the DON confirmed that the facility failed to ensure that
residents are free of significant medication errors as required.
Residents Affected - Few
28 Pa. Code: 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5)Nursing services.
28 Pa. Code: 201.29(b)(d)(j) Resident rights.
28 Pa. Code 211.10(c)(d) Resident care policies.
28 Pa. Code 211.9 (k)(l)(1)(2) Pharmacy services.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395883
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/01/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on review of facility policy, observation and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to
ensure infection control and prevention practices were implemented on one of two nursing units observed
(3rd floor).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of facility policy Infection Control Plan dated 12/11/23, indicated the facility would ensure that the
highest standards of Infection Control Practices are met.
During an observation on 10/1/24, at 12:30 p.m., revealed urine soaked linens on Resident R4's bed during
lunch service.
Resident R4 stated that NA's would be back after lunch to get them.
During an interview on 10/1/24 at 2:15 p.m., Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing confirmed
that the facility failed to properly maintain infection control practices for the 3rd floor.
28 Pa. Code 207.2(a) Administrators Responsibility
28 Pa. Code 211.10(c)(d) Resident care policies
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