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
interviews and record reviews the facility failed to notify the provider with the need to review and update the
pain treatment plan for 1 of 5 residents (Resident 231), when Resident 231 had continuous pain at levels
that indicated pain was not managed by the regimen ordered.
This failure had the potential to result in decline of mobility, increased health complications, and diminished
emotional well-being.
Findings:
A review of Resident 231's medical record indicated that resident 231 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, status post (s/p) fall, Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)(hip fracture resulting in hip
replacement via surgical procedure), Removal of internal fixation device (removal of hip hardware via
surgical procedure), sepsis (serious condition in which the body responds improperly to an infection,
causing organs to work poorly).
During a review of Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated,
Rate pain every shift (Q-shift): Mild Pain 1-3, Moderate Pain 4-6, Severe Pain 7-10.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated, the resident pain level reported during
morning (am) shift and during afternoon (pm) shift ranged at pain levels 4-8, and night shift reporting pain
level 7-8 on 2/1/24, 2/2/24, 2/5/24, and 2/6/24.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 09:00 am, with Resident 231 in bed in resident's assigned room and
making a facial grimace indicating pain. Resident 231 stated, there is a lot of pain in my back, hip and legs.
I have to ask for pain medication because I always hurt.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated, on 2/14/24 at 08:19 am, Norco Tablet
5-325 milligrams (mg, unit of measure), give 1 tablet by month every 6 hours as needed for pain moderate
to severe (level) 4-10. Norco administered for a pain level 4.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 -2/29/24, the MAR indicated, on 2/14/24 at 10:01 am,
Acetaminophen 325 mg, give 2 tablets by mouth every 4 hours as needed for pain (level) Mild 1-3.
Acetaminophen administered for pain level 6.
During an interview on 2/14/24 at 11:00 am, with Licensed Nurse (LN) B , LN B stated, they were not
certain if (Resident 231's) pain was managed with the orders available but have not communicated
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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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Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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F 0580
with the provider for any new pain regimen, we can talk to the provider to get additional orders.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of Progress Notes, dated 2/2024, The Progress Notes on 2/14/24 at 11:25 am, titled,
COMS (computer documentation system) - skilled evaluation, by Nursing indicated, (Resident 231) pain
score: 6 .reports pain occurs multiple times a day .non-medication interventions did not provide relief.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Progress Notes , dated 2/2024, the Progress Notes indicated, the provider was
contacted and responded on 2/14/24 at 16:57 pm, Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physician Assistant (PA)/
Medical Doctor (MD) stated, Nursing reports that Norco 5/325 mg by mouth (PO) every (Q) 6 hours as
needed (prn) is not effective to control patient's pain. Pain evaluation (eval) completed. It looks like the
patient frequently takes doses in am and nighttime . New orders provided.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated, on 12/14/24 at 17:09 pm, Norco
Tablet 5-325 mg, give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain moderate to severe (level) 4-10.
Norco administered for a pain level 8.
During an interview on 2/15/24 at 08:30 am, with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) A, sitting by resident
231's bed while assisting with breakfast, stated, (Resident 231) complains of pain every shift I am present. I
get the nurse.
During a review of Resident 231's Care Plan Detail, (undated), indicated, The resident (231) is on pain
medication therapy .for hip pain and back pain .(nursing) review (every shift) for pain medication efficacy
.(pain) controlled adequately .or change in regimen required .pain control not adequate, changes required.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Pain Management, (undated), indicated, The LN
documents the pain evaluation for their shift .until appropriate pain management has been achieved or if
needed notify the MD/NP if pain not controlled.
During an interview on 2/15/24 at 1100 am, with Admin, stated, my expectation is that nursing use what is
ordered to control pain including non-medication intervention, if the pain is not controlled adequately then
nursing should be informing the case manager to speak with the NP, or inform the NP, or provider for
additional pain management review and orders to update the regimen. Resident 231 was not controlled
adequately, but the provider has now been notified and orders obtained.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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F 0697
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that resident's pain was managed for 1
of 5 residents (Resident 231) when resident 231 Consistently reported pain levels of 4-9 regularly to staff,
both prior to, and following pain medication administration, and new orders were not obtained for a more
tolerable pain management regimen.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in a decline in mobility, increased health complications, and
diminished emotional well-being.
Findings:
A review of Resident 231's medical record indicated that resident 231 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, status post (s/p) fall, Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)(hip fracture resulting in hip
replacement via surgical procedure), Removal of internal fixation device (removal of hip hardware via
surgical procedure), sepsis (serious condition in which the body responds improperly to an infection,
causing organs to work poorly).
During a review of Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated,
Rate pain every shift (Q-shift): Mild Pain 1-3, Moderate Pain 4-6, Severe Pain 7-10.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated, the resident pain level reported during
morning (am) shift and during afternoon (pm) shift ranged at pain levels 4-8, and night shift reporting pain
level 7-8 on 2/1/24, 2/2/24, 2/5/24, and 2/6/24.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 09:00 am, with Resident 231 in bed in resident's assigned room and
making a facial grimace indicating pain. Resident 231 stated there is a lot of pain in my back, hip and legs. I
have to ask for pain medication because I always hurt.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated, on 2/14/24 at 08:19 am, Norco Tablet
5-325 milligrams (mg, unit of measure), give 1 tablet by month every 6 hours as needed for pain moderate
to severe (level) 4-10. Norco administered for a pain level 4.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 -2/29/24, the MAR indicated, on 2/14/24 at 10:01 am,
Acetaminophen 325 mg, give 2 tablets by mouth every 4 hours as needed for pain (level) Mild 1-3.
Acetaminophen administered for pain level 6.
During an interview on 2/14/24 at 11:00 am, with Licensed Nurse (LN) B, LN B stated, they were not certain
if (Resident 231's) pain was managed with the orders available but have not communicated with the
provider for any new pain regimen, we can talk to the provider to get additional orders.
During a review of Progress Notes, dated 2/2024, the Progress Notes on 2/14/24 at 11:25 am, titled, COMS
(computer documentation system) - skilled evaluation, by Nursing indicated, (Resident 231) pain score: 6
.reports pain occurs multiple times a day .non-medication interventions did not provide relief.
During a review of Progress Notes , dated 2/2024, the Progress Notes indicated, the provider was
contacted and responded on 2/14/24 at 16:57 pm, Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physician Assistant (PA)/
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COMPLETED
02/15/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0697
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Medical Doctor (MD) stated, Nursing reports that Norco 5/325 mg by mouth (PO) every (Q) 6 hours as
needed (prn) is not effective to control patient's pain. Pain evaluation (eval) completed. It looks like the
patient frequently takes doses in am and nighttime . New orders provided.
During a review of MAR, dated 2/1/24 to 2/29/24, the MAR indicated, on 12/14/24 at 17:09 pm, Norco
Tablet 5-325 milligrams (mg, unit of measure), give 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain
moderate to severe (level) 4-10. Norco administered for a pain level 8.
During a interview on 2/15/24 at 08:30 am, with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) A, seated by residednt
231's bed asssting wth breakfast, stated, (Resident 231) complains of pain every shift I am present. I get
the nurse.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Pain Management, (undated), indicated, The LN
documents the pain evaluation for their shift .until appropriate pain management has been achieved or if
needed notify the MD/NP if pain not controlled.
During an interview on 2/15/24 at 1100 am, with Admin, stated, My expectation is that nursing use what is
ordered to control pain including non-medication intervention, if the pain is not controlled adequately then
nursing should be informing the case manager to speak with the NP, or inform the NP, or provider, for
additional pain management review and orders to update the regimen. Resident 231 was not controlled
adequately.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0804
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on in
interview and record review the facility failed to provide residents food that is palatable (tasty, and flavorful)
.,and an appetizing temperature for 12 of 23 residents (Residents: 101, 289, 57, 94, 66, 231, 230, 100, 52,
20, 44, 41) when residents complained of food regularly not tasting good and being cold.
Residents Affected - Some
This failure had the potential to result in residents not obtaining appropriate nutritive intake, precarious
weight loss, increased health complications, and diminished emotional well-being.
Findings:
A review of Resident 101's medical record indicated that resident 101 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, Acute Respiratory Failure (fluid builds up n lungs due to disease or injury that
interferes with the lungs ability to deliver oxygen or remove carbon dioxide), Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
(Irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm), Unspecified Protein- Calorie Malnutrition (nutritional status
with reduced availability of nutrients).
During an interview on 2/12/24 at 12:33 pm, with Resident 101, stated, Food is terrible.
A review of Resident 289's medical record indicated that resident 289 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, Unspecified Severe Protein-Calorie Malnutrition, Metabolic encephalopathy
(dysfunction in the brain caused by chemical imbalance in the blood, causing an altered mental status),
Pneumonia (infection that affects the air sacs in one or both lungs, filling with fluid or pus).
During an interview on 2/12/24 at 12:51 pm, with resident 289, stated, the food is always lukewarm/ cold.
A review of Resident 57's medical record indicated that resident 57 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Unspecified Heart Failure (heart muscle does not pump blood effectively), Paraplegia (spinal
cord injury that damages any part of the spinal cord causing permanent changes in feeling, strength and
other body functions), High Blood Pressure.
During an interview on 2/12/24 at 1:19 pm, with Resident 57, stated, the food sucks and isn't good, always
cold.
A review of Resident 94's medical record indicated that resident 94 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD, circulatory condition that reduces bloodflow to limbs),
Absence of Right and Left Leg below knees (bilateral below knee amputations), Diabetes Mellitus.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 08:29 am, with Resident 94, stated, Does not like food: doesn't taste
good, portions are slightly too small.
A review of Resident 66's medical record indicated that resident 66 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Cerebral Infarction (disrupted blood supply and restricted oxygen to the brain resulting in an
area of necrotic tissue in the brain), Hemiplegia and Hemiparesis (weakness and paralysis on one side of
the body), Vascular dementia (brain damage from impaired blood flow to the brain causing problems with
reasoning judgment, and thought process).
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555281
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/15/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 08:38 am, with Resident 66, stated, food is not edible and does not
receive enough.
A review of Resident 231's medical record indicated that resident 231 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, status post (s/p) fall, Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)(hip fracture resulting in hip
replacement via surgical procedure), Removal of internal fixation device (removal of hip hardware via
surgical procedure), Unspecified Protein -Calorie Malnutrition
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 09:00 am, with Resident 231 in bed in resident's assigned room finishing
breakfast, stated, Breakfast is unsatisfactory. I don't like the taste of some things.
A review of Resident 230's medical record indicated that resident 230 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, Malignant Neoplasm of Colon (colon cancer), Diabetes Mellitus, High Blood
Pressure.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 09:20 am, with Resident 230, stated, food is not too good. States he has
made preference requests, and staff tries, but kitchen does not help. States portions are too big.
A review of Resident 100's medical record indicated that resident 100 was admitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included, Fracture of T11-T12 Vertebra, Diabetes Mellitus, High Blood Pressure.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 09:32 am, with Resident 100, stated, food is crap.
A review of Resident 52's medical record indicated that resident 52 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Parkinson's Disease (progressive nerve cell damage disorder affecting the nervous system
and parts of the body controlled by the nerves), Diabetes Mellitus, High Blood Pressure.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 09:58 am, with Resident 52, stated, food is cold, and portions are too
small.
A review of Resident 20's medical record indicated that resident 20 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Alcoholic Cirrhosis of the Liver (destruction of normal liver tissue due to alcohol), Unspecified
Protein-Calorie Malnutrition, Wernicke's Encephalopathy (neurologic condition affecting the peripheral and
central nervous system).
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 11:30 am, with Resident 20, stated, the food is usually cold.
A review of Resident 44's medical record indicated that resident 44 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Respiratory Failure, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD, inflammatory lung
disease that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe), and Diabetes Mellitus.
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 1:16 pm, with Resident 44, stated, the food is cold most of the time.
A review of Resident 41's medical record indicated that resident 41 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included, Cerebral Infarction, Dementia with other behavioral disturbances (loss of brain function such
as memory, language, problem solving and other thinking abilities, with major behavior changes), and
Diabetes Mellitus.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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F 0804
During an interview on 2/13/24 at 1:30 pm, with Resident 41, stated, the food is cold most of the time.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of Resident Council (a group comprised of residents that meet monthly to discuss issues
regarding the facility, and make recomendations to adminstration) minutes, and Grievance/Compliment
Form(s), dated February 2023 through December 2023, the Resident Council minutes and
Grievance/Compliment Form(s) indicated over several months, food was sour and inedible, residents dislike
some meals, Food is not good, (residents) want food that tastes good, and residents can't taste anything in
meals.
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 2/14/24 at 10:00 am, with DM in the office in the kitchen, DM stated, I know there
are complaints about the food.
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555281
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure infection control techniques were
implemented when:
Residents Affected - Few
1. a vial of blood glucose test strips, that multiple residents use, was brought into Resident 94's room and
was left uncapped and placed next to the used, blood-contaminated Glucometer (a device that uses an
inserted test strip containing a small amount of blood applied to measure Blood Sugar levels) after testing
Resident 94's blood sugar.
2. a used lancet (a small, sterile single-use needle used to draw a drop of blood for testing, as with a
glucometer) was wrapped inside a used glove and placed in a trash can that was inside Resident's room.
These failures had the potential for cross-contamination, needlestick injuries, and infection to occur.
During a review of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)'S Infection Safety guideline, titled
Infection Prevention During Blood Glucose Monitoring and Insulin Administration, reviewed 3/2/2011,
indicated:
1. An underappreciated risk of blood glucose testing is the opportunity for exposure to bloodborne viruses
(HBV (hepatitis B), hepatitis C virus, and HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)) through contaminated
equipment and supplies if devices used for testing and/or insulin administration are shared.
2. Outbreaks of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection associated with blood glucose monitoring have been
identified with increasing regularity, particularly in long-term care settings, such as nursing homes and
assisted living facilities, where residents often require assistance with monitoring of blood glucose levels
and/or insulin administration. In the last 10 years, alone, there have been at least 15 outbreaks of HBV
infection associated with providers failing to follow basic principles of infection control when assisting with
blood glucose monitoring.
3. A simple rule for safe care: .Unused supplies and medications should be maintained in clean areas
separate from used supplies and equipment (e.g., glucose meters), dispose of used lancets at the point of
use in an approved sharps container .
During a review of the scientific literature of National Library of Medicine - National Center for
Biotechnology Information, titled Infection Transmission Associated with Point of Care Testing and the
Laboratory's Role in Risk Reduction, published online on 9/4/2024, indicated:
1. Test strips in vials, frequently contaminated by bacterial organisms, present potential hazard.
responsibility of the clinical laboratory is to insure successful implementation of practices that in-sure
patient safety.
2. Risk reduction strategies include: infection control practices to reduce contamination of blood glucose
test strips or changes in test packaging and test strip dispensing.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555281
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/15/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center
1000 Executive Parkway
Oroville, CA 95966
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0880
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4975294/#:~:text=The%20following%20strategies%20can%20help,testing%
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of the facility's policy, titled Syringe and Needle Disposal, no revised date provided,
indicated:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Used syringes and needles are disposed of safely and in accordance with applicable laws and safety
regulations.
2. Immediately after use, syringes and needles are placed into puncture resistant, one-way containers
specifically designed for that purpose .
During a review of Resident 94's admission record, indicated that he was admitted to the facility on [DATE]
with diagnoses which included diabetes (high blood sugar), absence of left leg below knee, absence of
right leg below knee, and muscle weakness. He is his own health care decision maker.
During a medication pass observation and interview on 2/14/2024 at 8:23 am,
1. LN (Licensed Nurse) A stated that she would be performing a blood sugar test for Resident 94.
2. LN A was observed placing a glucometer, a vial of blood glucose test strips, and two alcohol clean pads
in a service tray.
3. LN A stated the vial of the test strips was for multiple residents.
4. LN A then [NAME] the tray into Resident 94's room, placed the tray on Resident 94's bed.
5. LN A was observed opening the vial of the test strips, removing two test strips from the vial, she then
performed the blood sugar test procedure for Resident 94. The cap of the vial was left open, and the vial
was laying sideways in the tray.
6. While LN A completed the procedure, she placed the used lancet and the glucometer which had the
blood stain strip inserted inside the meter next to the uncapped test strip vial.
7. LN A was then observed exiting Resident 94's room with a glucometer, the service tray that had a blood
stain on it, but the vial of the test strips and the used lancet were not inside the tray.
8. LN A admitted that she threw the vial of blood glucose test strips in the trash located inside Resident 94's
room. LN A stated it was contaminated, I shouldn't have brought the entire vial into the resident's room. I
should have just taken two strips and left the vial on my cart .
9. LN A confirmed that she wrapped the vial of the test strips and the used lancet inside the used glove and
threw it in the trash can inside Resident 94's room.
During an interview on 2/14/2024 at 11:50 am with LN A, the LN A stated that she was sorry for making
such mistake earlier during the medication pass and she had spoken to the Director of Nursing (DON), and
the DON said to her that the vial was contaminated, and she was expected to throw the vial away
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
555281
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