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
observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure one of five sample residents (Resident
8) fingernails were clean.
This deficient practice had the potential to result in a violation of resident's right to a dignified existence
which can result in a negative psychosocial wellbeing.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 8's Registration Record, the record indicated the resident was admitted to the
facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 8's History and Physical (H&P), dated 12/4/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
8 had a history of hypertension (condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls -blood
vessels that distribute blood to the entire body- is too high), alcohol abuse, anxiety (feeling of dread or
worry), supraglottic (upper part of the hollow tube in the middle of the neck) mass (abnormal solid growth)
and had surgery 10/12/2023.
During a review of Resident 8's Minimum Data Set ([MDS]-a standardized assessment and care screening
tool ), dated 12/11/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 8 was sometimes understood and sometimes had the
ability to understand others. Resident 8's cognitive skills for daily decision making was moderately impaired
(decisions were poor and cues/supervision was required). The MDS indicated Resident 8 needed partial
assistance from others person to complete any activity regarding self-care. The MDS indicated Resident 8
was dependent on staff when it came to showering/bathing self.
During an observation on 1/12/2024 at 7:49 p.m. in Resident 8's room, Resident 8 was observed to have
dark gray dirty debris underneath the fingernails on both hands.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/13/2024 at 12:42 p.m., with Restorative Nurse Aide 2
(RNA 2) in Resident 8's room, observed Resident 8's fingernails were notably dirty with dark gray debris
underneath the fingernails of both hands. RNA 2 stated personal hygiene care was already provided to the
resident earlier. RNA 2 stated she tried to clean Resident 8's dirty nails but was unable to do it, and the
Registered nurses (RN) were not alerted to the situation. RNA 2 stated she should have alerted the RN's
so maybe they can trim Resident 8's fingernails.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 2:17 p.m. with Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2), RN 2 stated Resident 8's
nails should be clean for infection control reasons and dignity issue.
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:16 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated hand
hygiene and nail cleanliness was part of resident care and it can affect the resident's dignity. If Resident 8
was refusing to the care it should have been care planned or documented and it was not documented.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Standard of Professional performancephysical Comfort, hygiene, and activities of daily living, reviewed 2/2020, the policy indicated:
a. The nurse will ensure hygiene and activities of daily living or residents are met according to patient
needs, patient abilities and timing of services. Documentation supporting that this standard will be done in
the electronic medical record and or as an outcome to the plan of care.
b. The primary nurse and will be responsible for providing hygiene assistance according to patient
conditions and needs.
c. The facility will provide patient an opportunity for grooming by self, with assistance, or by the nurse daily.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Resident Rights, revised 4/1997, the policy
indicated the resident has the right to a dignified existence. The policy indicated care for residents in a
manner and in an environment that maintains or enhances resident's dignity and respect.
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0553
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of
care.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** During an
interview and record review the facility failed to include resident and resident representative in
Interdisciplinary ([IDT]- team members from different departments working together with a common
purpose to set goals and make decisions that ensure residents receive the best care) care planning and
informed of any changes in care, treatment, and interventions for one of four sampled residents (Resident
166).
This failure had the potential to violate Resident 166 and resident representative right to be an active
participant to Resident 166's care.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 166's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 166
was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnosis of altered mental
status.
During a review of Resident's 166's Discharge Summary (from [GACH] General Acute Care Hospital) dated
1/10/2024 indicated Resident 166 with diagnoses including glioblastoma (malignant tumor affecting the
brain or spine) type 2 diabetes (a chronic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose [or
blood sugar] in a bloodstream), and confusion due to cerebral edema (swelling of the brain).
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 3:03 p.m. with Resident 166's family member (FM) 1, FM 1 stated
family member always stayed with Resident 166 all the time (24/7 twenty-four hours a day seven days a
week). FM 1 stated she was not informed when Resident 166 Decadron (medication used to decreased
swelling of the brain) was tapered (lowering of doses) and discontinued. FM 1 stated other family member
was not aware of what symptoms to watch. FM 1 stated on 12/28/2024, Resident 166 was transferred to
the hospital due to altered mental status. FM 1 stated no family member were invited to IDT care planning
meeting. FM 1 stated it was important for facility staff to inform them of any changes with medications or
treatment as they were always at Resident 166 bedside, and they were the one who can see any changes
right away.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 3:50 p.m. with Registered Nurse (RN) 2, RN 2 stated IDT meeting was
held every week for all residents in the facility. RN 2 stated Resident 166 and FM 1 were not included with
the IDT meeting. RN 2 stated it was important to inform Resident 166 and/or family member with any
changes within care, treatment, and changes in medications so they will be an active participant with their
care.
During an interview ion 1/14/2024 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated IDT
meeting was held weekly. The DON stated Resident 166 and FM 1 was not invited on the IDT meeting. The
DON stated it was important to include residents and resident representative in IDT meeting for them to be
informed of any changes in care, treatment and interventions including medication change. The DON stated
Resident 166 and or FM 1 should be an active participant with their care.
During a review of facility's policies and procedure (P&P) titled Interdisciplinary Team Conference dated
1/1/1994, the P&P indicated The IDT conference committee meets at least weekly .discuss the residents'
status, needs, progress in meeting goals, and the discharge plan. The resident and /or
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0553
fami9y or responsible party may attend the conferences as needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0655
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being
admitted
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop a baseline care plan addressing assistance for
feeding for one (1) of four (4) sampled residents (Resident 63).
This deficient practice had the potential to negatively affect the delivery of necessary care and services for
Resident 63 and negatively impact the resident's physical and psychosocial well-being.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 63's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 63 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident 63's diagnoses included hypertension (high blood pressure),
diabetes mellitus (chronic disease that impairs blood sugar regulation in the body), and anemia (a condition
that develops when your blood produces a lower-than-normal amount of healthy red blood cells).
During a review of Resident 63's History and Physical (H& P) dated 1/8/2024, the H&P indicated Resident
63 was alert and oriented and able to move extremities.
During a record review of the Speech Therapist (ST) notes dated 01/11/2024, the ST notes indicated that
Resident 63 continues to need assistance with feeding due to vision impairment. The note also indicated
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) took over feeding.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/12/2024 at 6:30 p.m. at Resident 63's room, while
Restorative Nurse Assistant 1(RNA 1) was feeding Resident 63, RNA 1 stated Resident 63 was legally
blind on both eyes and hard of hearing (HOH). RNA 1 stated if Resident 63 was not being assisted to eat
Resident 63 will not eat because Resident 63 cannot see anything, even shadows. RNA 1 stated
sometimes family members feed the resident.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 10:36 a.m. with the Director of Staff
development (DSD), Resident 63's care plans, dated 1/7/2024, was reviewed. There were no care plans
indicating Resident 63 needed assistance with feeding. The DSD stated Resident 63's need with feeding
assistance was not addressed on the nutritional care plan and there was no separate care plan for feeding.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure(P&P) titled, General Statement/ Mission of the
Transitional Care Unit, reviewed 10/2020, the P&P indicated:
A. The Transitional Care Unit (TCU) conducts concurrent quality management and improvement activities to
promote the high quality of care given to patients. This program consists of ongoing monitoring by nursing
staff to ensure that patient care plans are current and complete.
B. The Multidisciplinary Team Conference meets to discuss each patient's plan of care in the Team
Conference. The committee acts to:
A. Assure that a plan of care has been established to meet each of the residents' needs and is coordinated
between all services.
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0655
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
B. Provide a means for multidisciplinary team members review and reassessment of each patient's plan of
care on a regular basis.
C.Maintain a current and updated patient care plan.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure(P&P) titled, Standard of Care- Transitional
Nursing Care, reviewed 3/2022, the P&P indicated:
A.Planning: A plan that includes the priorities and interventions used to achieve the outcomes is developed
by the RN.
a.Physical and psychosocial measures are planned to prevent, improve, and control specific problems of
the aged.
b.The plan is individualized and developed with the patient and significant others in healthcare providers
when appropriate.
B.Implementation: the nurse implements as prescribed in the plan of care
a.Nursing interventions are individualized to meet specific situations that allow for alternative approaches.
b.Interventions are documented.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan (a resident-specific
plan with defined clinical goals and interventions used to manage identified medical issues or other areas
of concern) and person-centered care plans for two out of four sampled residents Resident 163 and 166).
1. Ensure Resident 163 who had pain on her left ankle develop specific interventions to address pain
medications and interventions to alleviate (lessen) her pain.
2. Ensure Resident 163 who have an indwelling foley catheter were care planned to assess continued need
of indwelling catheter.
3. Ensure Resident 166 who was had a care plan initiated for receiving Decadron (medication used to
decreased swelling of the brain) was tapered (lowering of doses) and Keppra (medication used to treat
seizures [ burst of uncontrolled electrical activity between brain cells]) develop specific intervention
including monitoring adverse reactions and precautions.
These failures had the potential for the residents' care needs not to be addressed and the lack of ability to
identify the resident's ongoing needs.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 163's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 163
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of left ankle sprain (an injury that occurs when the
ankle rolls, twists, or turns in an awkward way).
During a review of Resident 163's History and Physical (H&P), the H&P indicated diagnoses including fall at
home, left ankle injury and diabetes (a condition in which the body fails to metabolize (process) glucose
(sugar) correctly). The H&P indicated Resident 163 had a large hematoma (bruise) on the lateral portion of
left ankle and was very painful to wiggle Resident 163 left ankle,
During a review of Resident 163's Minimum Data Set ([MDS] a standardized assessment and care
screening tool), dated 12/30/23, the MDS indicated Resident 163 had moderate cognitive (ability to learn,
remember, understand, and make decision) impairment in daily decision making. The MDS indicated
Resident 163 was dependent with oral hygiene, toileting, lower, upper, and lower body dressing. The MDS
indicated Resident 163 was occasionally in pain with a numeric rating scale of 10 (pain scale 0 zero being
no pain and 10 as the worst pain you can imagine).
During a review of Resident 166's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 166
was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnosis of altered mental
status.
During a review of Resident's 166's Discharge Summary from General Acute Care Hospital [GACH] ) dated
1/10/2024 indicated Resident 166 with diagnoses including glioblastoma (malignant tumor affecting the
brain or spine) type 2 diabetes (a chronic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose [or
blood sugar] in a bloodstream), and confusion due to cerebral edema (swelling of the brain).
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Torrance, CA 90505
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 3:50 p.m. with Registered Nurse (RN) 2,
RN 2 stated Resident 163's Tramadol was discontinued on 12/27/2023 due to Resident 163 developed ileus
(inability of the intestine (bowel) to contract normally and move waste out of the body). RN 2 stated licensed
staff did not reassess if Resident 163 can be given a different pain medication after Resident 163 Tramadol
was discontinued on 12/27/2023. RN 2 stated there was no individualized care plan for Resident 163's pain
on her left ankle. RN 2 stated licensed staff should informed Resident 163's physician of Resident 163's left
ankle pain and ordered Tylenol does not help to alleviate (help) Resident 163 left ankle pain with Tylenol.
2.During a review of Interdisciplinary Summary (Nurse Note) dated 1/2/23 timed at 6 am, the Nurse Note
indicated foley catheter (indwelling urinary catheter) inserted per physician order.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/13/24 at 12:30 pm with Resident 163, observed
Resident 163 with indwelling urinary catheter. Resident 163 stated her foley catheter was uncomfortable
and she wants to have it removed. Resident 163 stated she does not know the reason of having the
indwelling urinary catheter.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 12/13/24 1:44 pm with RN 3, RN 3 stated a bladder
scan was done on 1/2/24 and indwelling urinary catheter was inserted secondary to urinary retention (a
condition in which you cannot empty all the urine from your bladder). RN 3 stated there was no order on
1/2/24, the order was entered on 1/12/24. RN stated the need for continued indwelling urinary catheter
should have been assessed by licensed nurses. RN stated there was no documentation if indwelling urinary
catheter can be removed or reason of continued used. RN stated indwelling urinary catheter had the
potential for Resident 163 to develop CAUTI.
3.During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 3:50 p.m. with RN 2, reviewed care plan
for Resident 163 and 166. RN 2 stated Resident 163 care plan for pain management and indwelling
catheter were not individualized to addressed Resident 163 pain management and indwelling catheter. RN
2 stated there were no care plan for Resident 166 to address Resident 166 receiving Decadron and
Keppra. RN 2 stated it was important to have an individualized and comprehensive care plan for each
residents including current medication to ensure licensed nurses will have guidelines on what adverse
reaction and side effects to look for.
During an interview ion 1/14/2024 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated care
plan should be individualized based on the needs, diagnoses, and medications of the residents. The DON
stated Resident 163 should have an individualized care plan to reflect effectiveness of her pain medication
and the continued need of her foley catheter. The DON stated Resident 166 should have a care plan for
tapering (reduction of doses) of his Decadron to ensure licensed nurses can monitor the effect of the
medication. The DON stated Resident 166 should have a care plan for Keppra medication to ensure
licensed nurses know what to monitor while residents was receiving the medication.
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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** During an
observation., interview and record review Physical Therapy (PT-health specialist that treat residents to
improve movement ) 1 failed to apply gait belt (assistive device which can be used to help safely transfer a
resident from a bed to a wheelchair, assist with sitting and standing, and help with walking around) to one
of four sampled residents ( Resident 177).
This failure had the potential for increased risk of fall for Resident 177.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 177's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 177
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis of right hip arthroplasty (a surgical procedure in which
surgeon removed the diseased parts of the hip joint and replaced them with new).
During an observation on 1/13/24 at 9:24 a.m. in the hallway, observed Resident 177 walking in the hallway
with a front wheeled walker (assistive device for walking) . PT 1 was on Resident 177 right side holding
Resident clothing while walking. Observed a family member (name unknown) following with a wheelchair
while Resident 177 was walking.
During an interview on 1/13/24 at 11:05 a.m. with PT 1, PT 1 stated Resident 177 needs contract guard
(healthcare provide place one or two hands on the patient's body to help with balance) assist when he
walks. PT 1 stated she should have applied a gait belt to Resident to help with his balance and for safety.
PT 1 stated if Resident 177 would fall, gait belt would help control a fall. PT 1 stated gait belt was used for
safety and balance.
During a review of Resident 177's Physical Therapy evaluation dated 1/1/2024, the Physical Therapy
evaluation indicated Resident 177 gait (persons manner of walking) analysis was antalgic (abnormal
pattern of walking secondary to pain that ultimately causes a limp) and decreased cadence (number of
steps taken).
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate
catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident with an indwelling urinary
catheter (a flexible tube used to empty the bladder and collect urine in a drainage bag) was assessed for
continued need and removed according to facility's policy and procedure (P&P) for one of four sampled
residents (Resident 163).
This failure resulted in continued discomfort to Resident 163 and had the potential for Resident 163 to have
catheter associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI- a urinary tract infection [ UTI- an infection in any part of
the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder, or urethra] associated with urinary catheter use).
Findings:
During a review of Resident 163's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 163
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of left ankle sprain (an injury that occurs when the
ankle rolls, twists, or turns in an awkward way).
During a review of Resident 163's History and Physical (H&P), the H&P indicated diagnoses including fall at
home, left ankle injury and diabetes (a condition in which the body fails to metabolize (process) glucose
(sugar) correctly). The H&P indicated Resident 163 had a large hematoma (bruise) on the lateral portion of
left ankle and was very painful to wiggle Resident 163 left ankle.
During a review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set ([MDS] a standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated 12/30/23, the MDS indicated Resident 163 had moderate cognitive (ability to learn, remember,
understand, and make decision) impairment in daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 163 was
dependent with oral hygiene, toileting, lower, upper, and lower body dressing. The MDS indicated Resident
163 was always incontinent in urination.
During a review of Interdisciplinary Summary (Nurse Note) dated 1/2/23 timed at 6 am, the Nurse note
indicated foley catheter (indwelling urinary catheter) inserted per physician order.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/13/24 at 12:30 pm with Resident 163, observed
Resident 163 with indwelling urinary catheter. Resident 163 stated her indwelling urinary catheter was
uncomfortable and she wants to have it removed. Resident 163 stated she does not know the reason of
having the indwelling urinary catheter.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/24 1:44 pm with Registered Nurse (RN) 3, RN 3
stated a bladder scan (assess the volume of urine retained within the bladder) was done on 1/2/24 and
indwelling urinary catheter was inserted secondary to urinary retention (a condition in which you cannot
empty all the urine from your bladder). RN 3stated there was no order on 1/2/24, the order was entered on
1/12/24. RN 3 stated the need for continued indwelling urinary catheter should have been assessed by
licensed nurses. RN 3 stated there was no documentation if indwelling urinary catheter can be removed or
reason of continued used. RN 3 stated indwelling urinary catheter had the potential for Resident 163 to
develop CAUTI.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 3:50 p.m. with RN 2. RN 2 stated
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Torrance, CA 90505
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Resident 163 had an order for indwelling urinary catheter dated on 1/12/24. RN 2 stated per Nurse Note
dated 1/2/24 timed at 6 am, the Nurse Note indicated foley catheter (indwelling urinary catheter) was
inserted per physician order due to bladder scan reading of 670 milliliters (ml-unit of measurement). RN 2
stated Resident 163 indwelling catheter should have been assessed for continued need by doing the
bladder protocol (steps taken by the facility to assess need and/or continued use of indwelling urinary
catheter) per facility's policy and procedure. RN 2 stated indwelling urinary catheter had the potential to
cause CAUTI.
During an interview on 1/14/24 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated if
residents was admitted to the facility with indwelling urinary catheter, RN should assess the reason of the
need of the indwelling urinary catheter. The DON stated RN will initiate a bladder protocol and will need to
reassess in 24 hours the need for continued indwelling catheter. The DON stated indwelling urinary
catheter was a source for infection and should be removed if it was no indication.
During a review of facility's P&P titled Indwelling urinary Catheter (foley): Insertion, Maintenance, Removal;
Bladder Protocol and Bladder Scan dated 3/1/2017 (revised 3/1/2020), the P&P indicated Indications of the
use of indwelling urinary catheter shall be limited to patients with failed attempts of external collection .The
use of indwelling urinary catheter shall be limited to patients with failed attempts of external collection
device .Failure of bladder protocol .and Acute obstructive retention .
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F 0693
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and
provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide necessary care and services on one
of four sample residents (Resident 63) to prevent complications during feeding by:
a.
Failing to obtain a physician's order for feeding assistance for Resident 63.
b.
Failing to create a comprehensive resident centered care plan indicating interventions to be implemented
while feeding Resident 63 to prevent complications like aspiration (accidentally inhaling food or liquid
through vocal cords into the airway) and choking (when person can't speak, cough, or breath because
something is blocking the airway).
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 63 aspirating and choking while eating.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 63's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 63
admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident 63's diagnoses including hypertension (the force of the blood
flowing through blood vessels is consistently too high), diabetes mellitus (chronic disease that impairs blood
sugar regulation in the body), anemia (a condition that develops when your blood produces a
lower-than-normal amount of healthy red blood cells).
During a review of Resident 63's History and Physical (H& P) dated 1/8/2024, it indicated that resident 63 is
alert and oriented and able to move extremities.
During a record review of the Speech Therapist (ST) notes dated 01/11/2024, ST notes indicated Resident
63 continues to need assistance with feeding due to vision impairment. The note also indicated Certified
Nurse Assistant (CNA) took over feeding.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/12/2024 at 6:30 p.m. at Resident 63's room, while
Restorative Nurse Assistant 1(RNA 1) was feeding Resident 63, RNA 1 stated Resident 63 was legally
blind on both eyes and hard of hearing (HOH). RNA 1 stated if Resident 63 was not being assisted to eat
Resident 63 will not eat because Resident 63 cannot see anything, even shadows. RNA 1 stated
sometimes family members fed the resident.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 10:25 a.m. with the Director of Staff
Development (DSD), Resident 63's current physician's order, dated 1/13/2024, was reviewed. The orders
did not indicate Resident 63 needed feeding assistance. The DSD stated that there was no Medical Doctor
(MD) to nurse order to feed Resident 63. The DSD further added that anything nurses will do to the resident
should have a doctor's order (DO).
During the continued concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 10:36 a.m. with the DSD,
Resident 63's care plans, dated 1/7/2024, was reviewed. There were no care plans indicating
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or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Resident 63 needed assistance with feeding. The DSD stated Resident 63's need with feeding assistance
was not addressed on the nutritional care plan and there was no separate care plan for feeding.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:25 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated nurses
or staff should obtain a physician's order for feeding if needed or necessary for care to complete Activities
of Daily Living (ADL). The DON stated it was important that anything necessary to gain the strength of the
resident was communicated from rehabilitation to MD to Registered Nurse (RN).
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure(P&P) titled Standard of Professional
Performance-Physical comfort, hygiene, and Activities of Daily Living reviewed 2/20, the P&P indicated the
nurse provides physical comfort, hygiene, and activities of daily living.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure(P&P) titled, General Statement/ Mission of the
Transitional Care Unit, reviewed 10/2020, the P&P indicated
A. The Transitional Care Unit (TCU) conducts concurrent quality management and improvement activities to
promote the high quality of care given to patients. This program consists of ongoing monitoring by nursing
staff to ensure that:
a.
Physician orders are current and new orders have been noted and appropriately implemented.
b.
patient care plans are current and complete.
B. The Multidisciplinary Team Conference meets to discuss each patient's plan of care in the Team
Conference. The committee acts to:
A.
Assure that a plan of care has been established to meet each of the residents' needs and is coordinated
between all services.
B.
Provide a means for multidisciplinary team members review and reassessment of each patient's plan of
care on a regular basis.
C.
Maintain a current and updated patient care plan.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure(P&P) titled, Standard of Care- Transitional
Nursing Care, reviewed 3/2022, the P&P indicated:
A. Planning: A plan that includes the priorities and interventions used to achieve the outcomes is developed
by the RN.
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3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0693
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
1. Physical and psychosocial measures are planned to prevent, improve, and control specific problems of
the aged.
2. The plan is individualized and developed with the patient and significant others in healthcare providers
when appropriate.
Residents Affected - Few
B. Implementation: the nurse implements as prescribed in the plan of care
1. Nursing interventions are individualized to meet specific situations that allow for alternative approaches.
2. Interventions are documented.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Torrance, CA 90505
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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 provide pain management for two of two
sampled residents (Resident 119 and 163) consistent with the facility's policy and procedure when:
Residents Affected - Few
a. The facility failed to ensure Resident 119's pain was assessed before and after pain medication was
administered.
b. The facility failed to communicate with Resident 163'S physician regarding pain management of her left
ankle pain.
c. The facility failed to develop an individualized comprehensive care plan to address Resident 163 pain
management.
These deficient practices had the potential to result in a poor pain management that can affect physical and
psychological wellness.
Findings:
a. During a review of Resident 119's Registration Record, the record indicated the resident was admitted to
the facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 119's History and Physical (H&P), dated 1/10/2024, the H&P indicated
Resident 119 had a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (when stomach acid repeatedly flows back
into the tube connecting mouth and stomach). The H&P indicated Resident 119 recently received a kidney
transplant (surgery to place a healthy kidney from a donor) on 12/1/2023 and had a diagnosis including
dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). The H&P indicated Resident 173 was awake alert and oriented.
During a review of Resident 119's Order sheet, the order sheet indicated on 1/11/2024 at 9:39 p.m.
hexylresorcinol topical lozenges (medicine to ease sore throat), one lozenge orally, every three hours, as
needed for sore throat was ordered.
During a review of Resident 119's care plan titled, Long term Care Pain Interdisciplinary Plan of Care,
initiated 1/1/2024, the care plan indicated one of the interventions was to evaluate effectiveness of
pharmacological interventions.
During a review of Resident 119's Medication Administration record (MAR) Summary, the MAR indicated
hexylresorcinol topical (sore throat lozenge), one lozenge(s) orally, every three hours, as needed for sore
throat was ordered. The medication was administered on:
a. 1/11/2024 at 10:10 p.m.
b. 1/12/2024 3:15 a.m. and 6:38 a.m.
c. 1/13/2024 at 614 a.m.
During a review of Resident 119's Interactive View Print Request-Last 48 hours of the Resident
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0697
119's Pain Assessments, dated 1/11/2024 at 11:50 p.m. to 1/13/2024 at 2:48 p.m., the record indicated
Resident 119's pain was assessed on:
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
a. 1/11/2024 at 11:50 p.m., one and a half hours after the sore throat medication was administered.
Residents Affected - Few
b. 1/12/2024 at 10:30 a.m., four hours after the sore throat medication was administered.
c. 1/12/2024 at 11:55 p.m., seventeen hours after the sore throat medication was administered.
d. 1/13/2024 at 11:50 a.m. five hours after the sore throat medication was administered.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/12/2024 at 7:00 p.m. with Resident 119 in the resident's
room, Resident 119 pointed to her throat and made a facial grimace. Resident 119 stated she only had one
complaint and it was throat pain. Resident 119 stated she received lozenges, but it doesn't help.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 1:38 p.m. with Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2),
Resident 119's MAR and pain assessments records were reviewed. Resident 119's records indicated
Resident 119 received lozenges 4 times since it was ordered on 1/11/2024. The record indicated no
assessment of pain level and characteristic prior to and after the administration of the sore throat lozenges
were noted. RN 2 stated the Resident 119 received lozenges four times since admission. RN 2 stated
Resident 119's pain was not assessed prior to the medication administration and after the administration
and it should have been assessed to ascertain the effectiveness of the treatment rendered.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:16 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated pain
assessment should be completed before and after medication administration. The DON stated pain
assessment include indicating the pain level, location, characteristics, and response to treatment. The DON
stated pain assessment after treatment was to ensure medication efficacy in the pain management
regimen.
b. During a review of Resident 163's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 163
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of left ankle sprain (an injury that occurs when the
ankle rolls, twists, or turns in an awkward way).
During a review of Resident 163's History and Physical (H&P), the H&P indicated diagnoses including fall at
home, left ankle injury and diabetes (a condition in which the body fails to metabolize (process) glucose
(sugar) correctly). The H&P indicated Resident 163 had a large hematoma (bruise) on the lateral portion of
left ankle and was very painful to wiggle Resident 163 left ankle.
During a review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set ([MDS] a standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated 12/30/23, the MDS indicated Resident 163 had moderate cognitive (ability to learn, remember,
understand, and make decision) impairment in daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 163 was
dependent with oral hygiene, toileting, lower, upper, and lower body dressing. The MDS indicated Resident
163 was occasionally in pain with a numeric rating scale of 10 (pain scale 0 zero being no pain and 10 as
the worst pain you can imagine).
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/12/2024 at 6:34 p.m. on Resident 163's room, Resident
163 stated she was constantly in pain and Tylenol (pain medications) does not help with her
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Torrance, CA 90505
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
left ankle pain. Observed Resident 163 left ankle with bruising, swelling and tender to touch (pain when the
area was touched, or pressure was applied). Resident 163 stated she was receiving Tramadol (pain
medication) but was discontinued due to issues with her stomach.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/13/2024 at 12:30 p.m. on Resident 163's room with
Registered Nurse (RN) 4, RN 1 stated Resident 163's ankle was swollen, bruised and tender to touch. RN
1 stated Resident 163 received Tylenol for pain. RN 1 stated Resident 163's Tramadol was discontinued on
12/27/23 and no other pain medication was given to Resident 163 aside from Tylenol.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 3:50 p.m. with RN 2. RN 2 stated Resident
Tramadol was discontinued on 12/27/2023 due to Resident 163 developed ileus (Inability of the intestine
(bowel) to contract normally and move waste out of the body). RN 2 stated licensed staff did not reassess if
Resident 163 can be given a different pain medication after Resident 163's Tramadol was discontinued on
12/27/2023. RN 2 stated there was no individualized care plan for Resident 163's pain on her left ankle. RN
2 stated licensed staff should informed Resident 163's physician of Resident 163's left ankle pain and
Tylenol does not help to alleviate Resident 163 left ankle pain with Tylenol.
During an interview on 1/14/24 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated it was
important to assess if medication was effective for Resident 163. The DON stated if the reason for
discontinuance of prior pain medication was resolved, licensed nurse should have contacted Resident
163's physician to assess if there was alternative pain medication that can be given to Resident 163.
During a review of Resident 163's Interdisciplinary Summary (Nurse Note) dated 12/27/23 timed at 12 p.m.,
Nurse Notes indicated Resident 163's Tramadol was discontinued.
During a review of Resident 163's Interdisciplinary Summary (Nurse Note) dated 12/29/23 timed at 1 p.m.,
Nurse note indicated Tylenol not helping Resident 163's left foot pain.
During a review of Resident 163's Interdisciplinary Summary (Physical Therapy Note) dated 1/3/23 timed at
3:14 p.m., the Physical Therapy Note indicated Resident 163 was pre medicated (medication given prior to
treatment) with Tylenol. The Physical Therapy Note indicated Resident 163 continued to have 10/10 (pain
scale 0 zero being no pain and 10 as the worst pain you can imagine).
During a review of Resident 163's Interdisciplinary Summary (Physical Therapy Note) dated 1/8/23 timed at
4:05 m., the Physical Therapy Note indicated, Resident 163 stated pain of 5/10 to left foot throughout the
therapy session.
During a review of Resident 163's Care Plan titled Pain dated 12/23/23, the Care Plan indicated
interventions including evaluate effectiveness of pharmacological (medication) intervention, collaborate with
care team for pain management and collaborate with physician .
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Pain Assessment and Management - Standard
of Care - Clinical Practice, effective 8/1/2019, the policy indicated:
1. Each patient had the right to expect a comprehensive pain assessment will be performed.
2. Each patient shall have the right to pain management through assessment and reassessment.
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3. Each patient has the right to expect his/her report of pain to be accepted to have the pain assessed and
reassess.
4. A routine pain assessment will include time, intensity of pain, quality of pain, and location.
5. Reassessment of pain will occur within a reasonable time frame based on the interventions typically
expected onset.
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated,
prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic
medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review the facility failed to obtain informed consent (process by which a healthcare
provider educates a resident about the risks and benefits, and alternatives of a given procedure or
intervention) prior to the administration of psychotropic drugs (drug that affects brain activities associated
with mental process and behavior) for two out of three sampled residents (Resident 119 and 67) as
indicated in the facility's policy and procedure (P&P).
These deficient practices resulted in the violation of residents' right to be informed in advanced by the
physician of the risk and benefits of the drug and treatment alternatives.
Findings:
a. During a review of Resident 119's Registration Record, the record indicated the resident was admitted to
the facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 119's History and Physical (H&P), dated 1/10/2024, the H&P indicated
Resident 119 had a history of anxiety (feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness) and stress at home. The H&P
indicated Resident 119 recently received a kidney transplant (surgery to place a healthy kidney from a
donor) on 12/1/2023. The H&P indicated Resident 173 was awake alert and oriented. The H&P indicated
Resident 119's list of medication from home included Zoloft (medication to treat mood disorders)100
milligrams (mg, unit of measure) oral tablet daily, and alprazolam (medication to treat anxiety) 0.5 mg orally
two times a day as needed.
During a review of Resident 119's Order sheet, the order sheet indicated the following medication orders:
a. On 1/10/2024 at 6:12 p.m. Zoloft 100 mg one tablet oral daily
b. On 1/10/2024 Alprazolam 0.5 mg one tablet oral three times a day as needed for anxiety for fourteen
days.
During a review of Resident 119's Medication Administration record (MAR) Summary, the MAR indicated
the following:
a. Zoloft 100 mg was first at ministered in the Transitional Care Unit (TCU) on 1/11/2024 at 8:44 a.m.
b. Alprazolam 0.5 mg was first administered in the on 1/11/2024 at 8:51 p.m.
During a review of Resident 119's Patient Consent to Receive Psychotropic Medications, Resident 119
signed the consent, indicating she acknowledged receiving information on the psychotropic drugs on
1/13/2024 at 1:00 p.m. approximately 2 days after the medications were administered in the TCU.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 1:38 p.m. with Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2),
Resident 119's MAR and psychotropic consents were reviewed. The MAR indicated Resident 119
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
received Zoloft and Alprazolam on 1/11/2024. The consent indicated Resident 119 consented to the
psychotropic drugs on 1/13/2024, two days after the drugs were administered. RN 2 stated Resident 119
consented to the drugs two days after the psychotropics were administered. RN 2 stated the consent
should have been obtained prior to the administration of the doses because these drugs are like restraints
(a measure that keep someone under control or within limits) and as indicated in the policy.
Residents Affected - Some
b. During a review of Resident 67's Registration Record, the record indicated the resident was admitted to
the facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 67's History and Physical (H&P), dated 12/30/2023, the H&P indicated
Resident 67 had a history of dementia (the loss of cognitive functioning - thinking, remembering, and
reasoning - to such an extent that it interferes with a person's daily life and activities). The H&P indicated
Resident 67 became more confused disoriented and agitated at times during her hospitalization.
During a review of Resident 67's Minimum Data Set (MDS-a comprehensive assessment and care planning
tool), dated 1/05/2024, the MDS indicated Resident 67 sometimes understood and sometimes understand
others, had impaired vision and had moderately impaired decision-making skills. The MDS indicated
Resident 67 required maximal assistance (helper does more than half the effort) for rolling left to right, sit to
lying and lying to sitting.
During a record review of Resident 67's active orders, dated 1/14/2024, the orders indicated the following
medications:
a.
Lorazepam (medication to relieve anxiety) 0.5mg (milligram-unit of measurement) one tab every 8 hours as
needed for anxiety (a feeling of worry),
b.
Trazodone (medication to treat depression [mental disorder that negatively affects how the resident feels]
and sedative [inducing sleep]) 75 mg, one and half tablet as needed at bedtime.
During a record review of the Resident 67's psychotropic consent to receive psychotropic medications,
dated 12/30/2023, the consent indicated Lorazepam 0.5 mg/0.25 millimeters intravenous ([IVP]medication
administered directly to the bloodstream) push every 8 hours as needed for anxiety.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 1:38 p.m. with Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2),
Resident 67's active order and psychotropic consents were reviewed. The records indicated Resident 67's
consent of lorazepam to be administered IVP did not match the lorazepam physician order for oral tablet.
RN 2 stated the lorazepam route of administration in the order did not match the route in the consent. RN 2
stated the consent and order should be the same. RN2 stated it was not consented medication should not
be administered, and it could be considered as unnecessary medication.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:16 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated
psychotropic medications should be consented prior to administration of the medication.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Informed Consent for
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Psychotherapeutic Medications and devices, reviewed 3/2022, the policy indicated:
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
1. Upon admission to the Transitional Care Unit, nursing will review orders and ensure an informed consent
for any prescribed psychotropic medications is present in the medical record.
Residents Affected - Some
2. Prior to the administration of medication and within 24 hours of medication order, nursing and the
physician will obtain patient signature acknowledging their informed consent.
3. Every 24 hours, the Lead Registered Nurse or designee will validate the presence of informed consent
for all psychotropic medications, contact the physician if the consent form was missing to facilitate obtaining
the consent or discontinuing the medication as needed.
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Torrance, CA 90505
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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
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure one (1) of four (4) sampled residents
(Resident 63) was free from significant medication errors when:
Residents Affected - Few
a.
The facility failed to ensure Resident 63's medication was not left at the bed side table; and
b.
The facility failed to ensure six of Resident 63's medication on 1/12/2024 were administered on time.
This deficient practice of leaving medication at the bedside had the potential for other staff, visitors, or
residents to access prescription medication at any time.
This deficient practice of not administering six medications on time had the potential to result in untoward
effects to Resident 63.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 63's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 63 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident 63's diagnoses included hypertension (high blood pressure),
diabetes mellitus (chronic disease that impairs blood sugar regulation in the body), anemia (a condition that
develops when your blood produces a lower-than-normal amount of healthy red blood cells).
During a review of Resident 63's History and Physical (H& P) dated 1/8/2024, the H&P indicated Resident
63 was alert and oriented and able to move extremities.
During initial tour on 1/12/2024 at 6:30 p.m., Resident 63's bedside table was observed to have a
prescription medication with Resident 63's name on it.
During an interview on 1/12/2024 at 6:31 p.m. with Restorative Nurse Assistant (RNA1), RNA 1 stated she
doesn't know if the medication at the bedside was for Resident 63.
During an interview on 1/12/2024 at 7:10 p.m. with Registered Nurse (RN)6, RN6 stated she was behind
with the medication pass today and that she left the nystatin powder (treats fungal or yeast infections of the
skin) at the bedside.
During a subsequent interview and record review on 1/12/2024 at 7:12 p.m. with RN6, Resident 6's
Medication administration record (MAR) was reviewed. The MAR indicated Nystatin powder administration
times were at 9:00 a.m.,4:00p.m. and 9:00 p.m., RN 6 stated that she was doing the scheduled medication
of 4:00 p.m. RN 6 stated the medication was administered late.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 12:25 p.m. with Registered Nurse 4(RN), RN 4 stated medication pass
administration of scheduled medication can be administered one hour before or one hour after
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the scheduled time.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 12:28p.m. with RN 4, Resident 63's
medication administration record (MAR) was reviewed. The MAR indicated on 1/12/2024, Resident 63
received five 9 a.m. scheduled medications at 11:22 a.m., almost two and a half hours after the scheduled
time:
Residents Affected - Few
1.
Amlodipine (medication for high blood pressure) 5 milligrams (mg- unit of measure), 1 tablet daily at 9:00
a.m.
2.
Hydrocortisone (medication to reduce swelling, pain, or itching)15 mg,1.5 tablet daily at 9:00 a.m.
3.
Magnesium oxide (antacid medicine to relieve sour stomach or acid indigestion) 400 mg, 1 tablet twice daily
at 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
4.
Polyethylene glycol (medication to soften stool and increase bowel movements) 17-gram powder daily at
9:00 a.m.
5.
Lidocaine (medication for pain) topical one patch at 9:00 apply to affected area apply for 12 hours then
remove.
RN 4 stated five medications were not administered on time, and it should have an explanation on the MAR
if the medication was not given on time. RN 4 stated the timing was important especially with the
medication because the gap between the next scheduled medication could be too close and could affect
Resident 63.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:15 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated that
nurses were expected not to leave medication at the bedside because of the risk of anyone could have an
access with a prescribed medication. The DON stated the unsecured medication could be taken by a staff,
visitor, or another resident. The DON explained that Licensed Nurses were expected to administer
medications on time or one hour before or one hour after the scheduled medication. The DON further
added that if the medication was administered late an explanation on the MAR should have been
documented.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication
Administration-Medication Management-Torrance Memorial Medical Center, dated 12/1/2021, the P&P
indicated a standardized medication schedule will be followed. The P&P indicated medications that have
not been defined as time critical will be administered within one hour of the scheduled time.
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Torrance, CA 90505
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a record review of the P&P titled Medication Administration, reviewed 3/2022, the P&P indicated the
doses shall be administered within one hour of the scheduled times unless otherwise indicated by the
prescriber.
Residents Affected - Few
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Torrance, CA 90505
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** During an
observation, interview and record review the facility failed to store medication in a locked compartments
and not left at residents' bedside for two of four sampled residents (Resident 170 and 171).
This failure had the potential for medication errors, and lack of oversight for Resident 170 and 177.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 170's Registration Record, the Registratin Record indicated Resident 170 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including weakness and fall secondary to orthostatic
hypotension (a form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down).
During a review of Resident 170's Minimum Data Set ([MDS] a standardized assessment and care
screening tool), dated 1/10/2024, the MDS indicated Resident 170 had intact cognition (ability to learn,
remember, understand, and make decision). The MDS indicated Resident 170 required supervision with
oral hygiene and personal hygiene, moderate assistance with toileting, bed mobility, transfers, dressing,
toilet use, and dressing.
During a review of Resident 170's Physician Order dated 1/3/2024, the Physician Order indicated order for
Systane (eye lubricant) eye drops one drop each eye every two hours while awake. The Physician Orders
indicated albuterol 90 microgram (mcg-unit of measurement) aerosol inhaled every six hours PRN (as
needed) for wheezing (symptom cause by narrowing and spasm in the small airways of the lungs).
During a review of Resident 171's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 171
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including right ankle open reductio internal fixation
(ORIF-a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone).
During a review of Resident 171's History and Physical (H&P) dated 1/10/2024, H&P indicated Resident
171 with diagnosis of asthma (disease that affects the lungs)
During a review of Resident 171's Physician Order dated 1/8/2024, the Physician Order indicated order for
Systane eye drops one drop each eye PRN (as needed) for dry eyes. The Physician Orders indicated order
for albuterol 2.5 milligram (mg-unit of measurement) equals (=) three milliliter (ml- unit of measurement)
inhaled every six hours PRN for wheezing.
During an observation on 1/12/2024 at 7:05 p.m. inside Resident 170's rom, observed Systane eye on top
of the bedside table. Observed albuterol inhaler inside Resident 1701's bedside drawer.
During an observation on 1/12/2024 at 7:58 p.m. inside Resident 171's rom, observed Systane eye drops
and albuterol inhaler inside a small plastic bag on top of Resident 171's the bedside table.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 11:45 a.m. inside Medication Room with Registered Nurse (RN) 2,
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Torrance, CA 90505
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
RN 2 stated medication should not be left at Resident 170 and 171's bedside. RN 2 stated if Residents 170
and 171 will self-administer, it should have a physician order, assessment from interdisciplinary team ([IDT]
team members from different departments working together with a common purpose to set goals and make
decisions that ensure residents receive the best care) and care planed. RN stated there will lack of
oversight if medications were left at the bedside which had the potential for Resident 170 and 171 to double
dose on their medications.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated
medications should not be left on Resident 170 and 171's bedside. The DON stated prior to
self-administration, Residents 170 and 171 should assess by IDT team, have a physician order, document
the assessment, and develop a care plan to ensure patient safety.
During a review of facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled Medication Administration dated 1/12/2022,
indicated Patient self-administration of medication; Provide education to the patient ., observed the patient
completing a return demonstration of the medication preparation and administration .document the
education, return demonstration and administration in the medical record. Store the medication in the
medication cart or automated dispensing cabinet.
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure one of one ice machines in the facility
kitchen was clean.
Residents Affected - Many
This deficient practice had the potential to result in an outbreak of food borne illness (illness caused by food
contaminated with germs).
Findings:
During an observation of one of one ice machine in the facility kitchen and interview on 1/12/2024 6:09
p.m., with the Food Service Lead (FSL), the ice machine bin was opened, the front panel interior bin was
wiped with a clean paper towel, and dirt (dark gray colored) residue was noted. The KL stated the ice
machine was dirty and it should be clean.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 12:15 p.m. with the Patient Services Manager, Food & Nutrition
Services (PSM), PSM stated the ice machine should be clean as indicated in the facility policy.
During a review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Dispensing Ice, dated 10/6/2020, the policy
indicated the food and nutrition services department prepares and dispense ice under strict procedures to
prevent the transmission of disease. The policy indicated the ice holding bin in the kitchen will be clean.
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Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0813
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure the opened orange juice, apple juice, and
vegetable salad were labeled with the residents' name, room number, and date it was opened in two out of
two resident refrigerators in the Transitional Care Unit (TCU).
Residents Affected - Few
These deficient practices had the potential to result in contamination of residents' food items which can
cause food-borne illnesses (food poisoning).
Findings:
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/12/2024 at 8:26 p.m. with Registered Nurse 3 (RN 3),
in the TCU, two resident refrigerators were observed. The resident refrigerator in the pantry area was noted
with an opened orange juice and apple juice. The juices did not have a label with the residents' names,
room numbers, and dates opened. RN 3 stated all juices should be labeled with date opened because all
juices will be discarded within 72 hours of open date. The resident refrigerator in the dining/activity room
was observed and an opened vegetable salad was noted with no label of the resident's name, room
number, and date it was opened. RN 3 stated foods should also be dated and have the name of the
resident for infection control purposes and so it will be given to the right resident.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Patient Food from Outside Sources- Food
Services, effective 9/12/2023, the policy indicated:
a. When food is brought into the hospital for patients nursing will follow defined food handling practices.
b. The purpose of the policy was to prevent the potential transmission of disease carrying organisms from
food prepared and held under unsafe conditions.
c. Nursing will ensure that all outside food is covered and labeled with patient's name, room number, and a
use by date three days from when the food was received. These foods may be held in the refrigerator for
three days, after which they will be discarded.
d. Immediately discard unidentified food items found in patient refrigerators.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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F 0838
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for
residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and
emergencies.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to address/ implement facility assessment elements
when:
a.
The facility failed to include the Infection Prevention Nurse (IPN) dedicating mandated hours in the
Transitional Care unit (TCU) for 40 of 40 residents in the facility assessment.
b.
The facility failed to obtain an offsite contract for dialysis (a procedure to remove waste products and
excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys stop working properly) center as indicated in the facility
assessment.
c.
The facility failed to implement Certified Nurse Assistants' (CNA) 1 hour in service education to be provided
twice per month, including dementia management, abuse/neglect, and patient rights and responsibilities as
indicated in the facility assessment.
These deficient practices had a potential to result in the provision of inadequate care and services to the
facility's resident population.
Findings:
a. During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 12:59 p.m. with the IPN, the IPN stated she was responsible for the
whole hospital, and she was the manager for the whole Infection Prevention Unit. The IPN stated she
cannot provide the breakdown of hours of IPNs designated for TCU. The IPN said that she could not
provide any proof that she was doing the IP role solely for the unit.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 2:26p.m. with the Director of Nursing
(DON), the Facility Assessment, dated 2024, was reviewed. The facility assessment did not include the IPN,
and the facility assessment did not indicate the full-time hours required for the IPN. The DON stated the
facility assessment doesn't indicate about the full-time hours for IPN. The DON stated the IPN had an
important role since there were outbreaks and the TCU needed someone who would implement infection
Prevention Control Policy throughout the unit.
b. During an entrance conference with the DON on 1/12/2024 at 6:24 p.m., the DON stated that the facility
doesn't have any dialysis contract.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 9:15 a.m. with the DON the facility's
assessment dated 01/2024-12/2024, was reviewed. The facility assessment indicated special care needs
provided will be offsite dialysis. The DON stated that the facility assessment was reviewed last 12/2023 and
indicated offsite dialysis will be provided.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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555599
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0838
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
c.During a review of TCU in-service records, records indicated 4 staff attended on 12/19/2023 for the lines,
tubes, and drain in-service and six staff attended the in-service on 12/5/2023 for the trauma informed care.
During a review of the TCU In-service calendar (January, February, March 2024), the calendar indicated 2
dementia and no abuse or patient rights training.
Residents Affected - Many
During an interview on 1/13/2023 at 1:25 p.m. with the Director of Staff Development (DSD) regarding the
in-services provided to the staff, The DSD stated that she cannot mandate nurses to go to her in-services.
The DSD stated there were only 4 staff who attended on 12/19/2023 for the lines tubes and drain
in-service. The DSD added that on 12/5/2023 6 attended for the trauma informed care in-services. The DSD
stated for the 3 months calendar TCU-In-Service (January, February, March 2024) she has scheduled 2
dementia and no abuse or patient rights training. The DSD stated education was important so staff would
know any updates and to refresh their knowledge. The DSD stated although she was present during the
review of the facility assessment back in December 2023, she was not aware of the facility assessment
requirement to provide CNA's 1 hour of in-services twice a month for dementia management, abuse,
neglect, or patient rights training. The DSD stated she would need to coordinate with the DON about the
facility assessment and will provide the in-services if needed.
During an interview on 1/14/2023 at 10:16 a.m. with the DON, the DON stated the facility assessment
needed to be revised since the facility does not have a facility contract with any dialysis center. The DON
further added that the in-services part in the assessment will also be revised if needed.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review the facility failed to follow infection control to prevent the spread of
infection when:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Plant Engineer exited Resident 163's room who was on contact isolation (precautions intended to
prevent transmission of infectious agents) with isolation gown and gloves and failed to do hand hygiene
(cover both hand washing using soap and water, and cleaning hands with waterless or alcohol-based hand
sanitizers) after doffing (remove) personal protective equipment (PPE-equipment used to prevent or
minimize exposure to hazards).
This failure had the potential to result in cross contamination (physical movement or transfer of harmful
bacteria from one person, object, or place to another) and place residents and staff at risk for infection.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 163's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 163
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of left ankle sprain (an injury that occurs when the
ankle rolls, twists, or turns in an awkward way).
During a review of Resident 163's Physician Orders dated 12/27/23 timed at 8:37 am and 1/8/24 timed at
10:10 am, the Physician Orders indicated enteric precaution (contact precautions -gloves and gown and
handwashing with soap and water must be performed), Clostridium Difficile infection (C-diff- a germ that
causes diarrhea and colitis (an inflammation of the colon)
During an observation on 1/13/23 at 1:10 pm with Plant Engineer (PE) 1 outside Resident 163's room,
observed PE exited room [ROOM NUMBER]'s room and was in the hallway wearing isolation gown and
gloves.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/13/23 at 1:02 pm with PE 1, observed PE 1 removed
his isolation gown and gloves inside Resident 163's room. PE 1 did not wash his hands prior to exiting the
room. PE 1 stated isolation gown and gloves should be removed prior to exiting Resident 163's room and
performed hand washing to prevent spread of infection.
During an interview on 1/14/24 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated PPE
should be removed and hand washing prior to exiting Resident 163's room for infection control.
During a review of facility's policies and procedures (P&P) titled Infection Control and Prevention Program
Overview dated 1/20/23, the P&P indicated the facility Has adopted a program of infection control and
prevention involving every hospital department and affecting every member of the hospital community.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0881
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to implement their protocol for Antibiotic (drug to treat
infection) Stewardship (effort to measure and improve how antibiotics, medications that fight infections, are
prescribed) program for one of three sampled residents (Resident 163). Resident 163 was prescribed
Piperacillin-tazobactam (antibiotic) 3.375 gram (gm-unit of measurement) intravenous piggyback
(IVPB-small bag of solution attached to a primary infusion line) every eight hours without any laboratory
confirmation to screen for a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI, an infection in any part of the urinary system, the
kidneys, bladder, or urethra) and without a stop date.
Residents Affected - Few
This deficient practice had the potential to result in the resident developing antibiotic resistance (not
effective to treat infection) from unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotic use.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 163's Registration Record, the Registration Record indicated Resident 163
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of left ankle sprain (an injury that occurs when the
ankle rolls, twists, or turns in an awkward way).
During a review of Resident 163's History and Physical (H&P), the H&P indicated diagnoses including fall at
home, left ankle injury and diabetes (a condition in which the body fails to metabolize (process) glucose
(sugar) correctly). The H&P indicated Resident 163 had a large hematoma (bruise) on the lateral portion of
left ankle.
During a review of Resident 163's Minimum Data Set ([MDS] a standardized assessment and care
screening tool), dated 12/30/23, the MDS indicated Resident 163 had moderate cognitive (ability to learn,
remember, understand, and make decision) impairment in daily decision making. The MDS indicated
Resident 163 was dependent with oral hygiene, toileting, lower, upper, and lower body dressing.
During a review of Resident 163's Physician Order dated 1/2024, the Physician Order indicated an order for
piperacillin-tazobactam (Zosyn-medication used to treat infection) 3.375 gram (gm-unit of measurement)
intravenous piggyback (IVPB-small bag of solution attached to a primary infusion line) every eight hours.
During a review of Resident 163's pharmacy form (untitled), the form indicated Resident 163 was
prescribed piperacillin-tazobactam (Iso-Osm) Premix 3.375 gram/ 50 ml IVPB every eight hours and was
started 1 / 4/2024 at 2:00 p.m. The pharmacy form indicated the stop date for the piperacillin-tazobactam
was blank. The form indicated there was no urinalysis (U/A- analysis of urine by physical, chemical, and
microscopical means to test for the presence of disease, drugs) completed.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 1:25 p.m. with the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), the IPN stated
that she was not responsible for the antibiotic stewardship.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 1:28 p.m. with the pharmacist (PD),
Resident 163's pharmacy form and medical records were reviewed. Resident 163's medical records
indicated the resident was on antibiotics for a UTI. Resident 163's records indicated Resident 163 did not
have a urinalysis with culture and sensitivity (test to find the germs that caused the infection) completed
before Resident 163's antibiotic was ordered. The PD stated the pharmacy team makes sure
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555599
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/14/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0881
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
residents' antibiotic therapy in the Transitional Care Unit (TCU) was appropriate. The pharmacist stated that
Resident 163 was currently on antibiotic therapy for a diagnosis of UTI. The PD stated Resident 163 did not
have any urinalysis with culture and sensitivity on the medical chart. The PD stated a UA should have been
obtained prior to antibiotic treatment.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing, the DON stated the pharmacist
was the one who checks for antibiotic treatment eligibility. The DON stated the pharmacist also follows up
with the physician on when the antibiotic stop date should be and if needed some laboratory tests to
prevent residents from having a resistance to the antibiotic.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P), dated 1/1/2023, titled Antibiotic
Stewardship, the P&P indicated antibiotic therapy of patients will be reviewed in a systemic
multi-disciplinary manner. Review will include but not limited to appropriateness of therapy, dose, duration,
route, frequency, adverse event potential, and compliance with formulary restrictions (rules to follow to
minimize drug cost) and disease specific order sets. The P&P indicated the purpose of antibiotic
stewardship team was to formulate clinical, multi-disciplinary strategies around anti-infective therapy. Our
mission was to mitigate over utilization of anti-infectives that may lead to adverse patient outcomes as well
as promote the timely administration of appropriate, lifesaving anti-infective treatments to meet the needs of
our community.
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555599
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/14/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0882
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program
in the nursing home.
Based on interview and record review:
a.The facility failed to ensure the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN) implemented the antibiotic (drug to
treat infection) stewardship program (effort to measure and improve how antibiotics, medications that fight
infections, are prescribed) for twenty-nine of twenty-nine sampled residents.
b.The facility failed to ensure the (IPN) dedicated mandated hours to the Transitional Care Unit (TCU) as
required by federal and state regulations.
This deficient practice resulted in a lack of oversight in the Antibiotic (drug to treat infection) Stewardship
(effort to measure and improve how antibiotics, medications that fight infections, are prescribed) program
and Infection Control and Prevention Program for 29 out of 29 sampled residents in the TCU.
Findings:
During the entrance conference with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 1/12/2024 at 5:49 p.m., the DON
stated there was no designated full time Infection Preventionist in the TCU. The designated IPN was the
manager of the Infection Control Department.
During an interview on 1/13/2024 at 12:59 p.m. with the IPN, the IPN stated she was responsible for the
whole hospital, and she was the manager for the whole Infection Prevention Unit. The IPN stated she
cannot provide the breakdown of hours designated for TCU. The IPN stated no IPN in the Infection
Prevention Unit was solely responsible for the TCU. The IPN stated that does not provide oversight with the
antibiotic stewardship in the unit. The IPN further added that she was not aware of how many residents had
a foley catheter (medical device that helps drain urine from bladder) in the unit. The IPN stated that she
would need to get the list in the nursing station so she would be able to discuss and identify the residents
that are on it. IPN said that she could not provide any proof that she was doing the IP role solely for the
unit.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/13/2024 at 2:26p.m. with the Director of Nursing
(DON), the Facility Assessment, dated 2024, was reviewed. The facility assessment did not indicate the
State mandated full-time hours required for the IPN. The DON stated the facility assessment doesn't
indicate about the full-time hours for IPN. The DON stated the IPN had an important role since there were
outbreaks and the TCU needed someone full-time who would implement infection Prevention Control Policy
throughout the unit.
During a record review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P), dated 1/1/2023, titled Antibiotic
Stewardship, the P&P indicated antibiotic therapy of patients will be reviewed in a systemic
multi-disciplinary manner. The P&P indicated the purpose of antibiotic stewardship team was to formulate
clinical, multi-disciplinary strategies around anti-infective therapy.
During a record review of the facility's (P&P) titled, Infection Control and Prevention Program (ICPP)
Overview-Infection Prevention, effective 1/20/2023, the P&P indicated the Infection Control and Prevention
Department:
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0882
1.Will work collaboratively with all health system departments and disciplines to achieve an interdisciplinary
approach to problem solving.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
2.Will consult with the pharmacy department regarding Antibiotic Stewardship.
Residents Affected - Few
The policy and procedure did not indicate mandated hours to be designated for the TCU.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0883
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of five sampled residents (Resident
173) received education regarding the benefits and potential side effects of the pneumococcal vaccine
(medication help protect against infection that can cause serious illness like pneumonia [infection of the
lungs]) before the vaccine was administered on 1/12/ 2024.
Residents Affected - Few
This deficient practice had the potential to result in misinformation that can negatively affect physical and
mental wellness.
Findings:
During a record review of the Resident 173's Registration Record, the record indicated the resident was
admitted to the facility in 1/5/2024.
During a record review of Resident 173's History and Physical (H&P), dated 12/29/2023, the H&P indicated
Resident 173 was diagnosed with left pneumothorax (collapsed lung where air leaks between the lungs
and chest wall), acute hypoxic respiratory failure (impaired gas exchange between the lungs and the blood
and not enough oxygen in blood), coronary artery disease (damage or disease in the heart's major blood
vessels) and hypertension (condition in which the force of the blood is too high). The H&P indicated
Resident 173 was awake alert and oriented to person, place, and year.
During a record review of Resident 173's Order sheet, the order sheet indicated on 1/5/2024 at 4:38 p.m.
pneumococcal vaccine 20 conjugate vaccine (Prevnar 20) 0.5 mL intramuscular one time was ordered.
During a record review of Resident 173's Medication Administration record (MAR), the MAR indicated
pneumococcal 20-valent conjugate vaccine 0.5 mL IM one time only was administered on 1/12/2024 at
6:10 p.m.
During a concurrent interview with Registered Nurse 5 (RN 5) and record review of Resident 173's
Immunizations Record on 1/14/2024 at 8:26 a.m., the record indicated the following questions that required
either a YES or NO answers were left blank:
a. Patient [Parent/Guardian] received vaccine information;
b. Patient [Parent/Guardian] has had all questions answered; and
c. Patient [Parent/Guardian] states understanding of risk and benefits.
RN 5 stated the sections left blank meant that they were not completed. RN 5 stated sections left blank
meant Resident 5 did not receive vaccine information, did not get questions answered, and did not state
understanding of risk and benefits of the vaccination.
During an interview on 1/14/2024 at 10:16 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated if education
or tasks were not documented it was not done.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Vaccination Protocol/ Vaccine information sheet,
effective 12/20/2023, the policy indicated education and consultation will be given
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555599
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Torrance Memorial Med Ctr Snf/Dp
3330 West Lomita Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505
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F 0883
regarding the benefits of immunization. The P&P indicated the nursing staff will educate on side effects to
be expected.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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