F 0694
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to label and date a resident's
intravenous (IV-the infusion of liquid substances directly into a vein) antibiotic (medications used to treat
infections) medication bag per the facility's policy for one of three sampled residents (Resident 1).
Residents Affected - Few
This deficient practice had the potential for medication administration errors.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 1's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility admitted the
resident on 2/26/2021 with diagnoses that included quadriplegia (paralysis [complete or partial loss of
muscle function] of all four limbs), hypertension (high blood pressure [the force of the blood pushing on the
blood vessel walls is too high]), and muscle wasting (weakening, shrinking, and loss of muscle).
During a review of Resident 1's History and Physical (H&P- a formal assessment by a healthcare provider
that involves a resident interview, physical exam, and documentation of findings) dated 10/1/2024, the H&P
indicated Resident 1 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a resident assessment tool) dated 12/2/2024,
the MDS indicated Resident 1's cognition (ability to think and make decisions) was intact. The MDS further
indicated that Resident 1 required total dependence on staff for assistance with activities of daily living
(ADLs - activities related to personal care).
During a review of Resident 1's Medication Administration Record (MAR, a report detailing the medications
administered to a resident by the licensed nurse in the facility) dated 1/2025, the MAR indicated Resident 1
had a physician order for cefepime hydrochloride (a medication used to treat infections) two (2) grams
(gm-unit of measurements) IV two times a day starting on 1/28/2025.
During an observation on 1/29/2025 at 1:50 p.m., observed Resident 1's cefepime hydrochloride IV bag
located next to Resident 1's bed without the date, time, and signature of the nursing staff that administrated
the cefepime hydrochloride.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/29/2025 at 2:00 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), observed Resident 1's cefepime hydrochloride IV bag located next to Resident 1's bed. The DON
confirmed by stating that Resident 1's cefepime hydrochloride should have had the registered nurses'
initials, date, and time labeled on the medication when it was administered. The DON stated that the correct
process when administering an IV medication is for the nurse to initial the mediation
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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.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
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Event ID:
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555738
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Terrace Post Acute
7447 Sepulveda Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91405
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0694
and put the date and time that the medication is administered.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Continuous Infusion of Medications and
Solutions, with a facility approval date of 1/16/2025, the policy indicated this is to be performed by
registered nurses and IV certified licensed vocational nurses according to state law and facility policy .Label
medication/solution container and administration set with, date and time and nurse's initials.
Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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Printed: 05/15/2026
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555738
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Terrace Post Acute
7447 Sepulveda Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91405
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0772
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't
provided.
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure one of three sampled residents (Resident
3) received laboratory services as ordered by the physician.
Residents Affected - Few
This deficient practice had the potential for Resident 3 to have decreased quality of care, delay in care and
services, and decreased quality of life.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 3's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility readmitted
the resident on 3/1/2024 with diagnoses that included multiple sclerosis (MS- a chronic, progressive
disease involving damage to the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord), type two (2) diabetes (a chronic
condition that affects the way the body processes blood glucose [sugar]), and bipolar disorder (mental
disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, concentration, and the ability to carry
out day-to-day tasks).
During a review of Resident 3's History and Physical (H&P- a formal assessment by a healthcare provider
that involves a resident interview, physical exam, and documentation of findings) dated 3/2/2024, the H&P
indicated Resident 3 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 3's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a resident assessment tool) dated 12/6/2024,
the MDS indicated Resident 3's cognition (ability to think and make decisions) was intact. The MDS further
indicated that Resident 3 required total dependence on staff for assistance with activities of daily living
(ADLs - activities related to personal care).
During a review of Resident 3's physician order dated 11/15/2024, the physician order indicated an order
for a laboratory order for Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c-is a blood test that shows what your average blood sugar
level was over the past two to three months) to be drawn.
During an interview on 1/29/2025 at 2:30 p.m., with Resident 3, Resident 3 stated that his physician had
ordered a HbA1c, but the facility had not drawn it.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/30/2025 at 1:30 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), reviewed Resident 3's physician order for HbA1c dated 11/15/2024. The DON stated that Resident
3 did have a physician order on 11/15/2024 for a HbA1c, but it was not completed. The DON stated that
when a physician orders a laboratory test to be completed, the nursing staff will place the physician order
and complete a laboratory requisition form and place it in the laboratory binder for the laboratory technician
to complete the blood draw. The DON stated that she is unsure why Resident 3's HbA1c was not
completed. The DON stated that it should have been completed at the time of the physician order.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Physician Orders, with a facility approval
date of 1/16/2025, the policy indicated the purpose of the facility P&P is to ensure that all physician orders
are complete and accurate .the medical records department will verify that physician orders are complete,
accurate and clarified as necessary .lab orders will include the name of the test desired, the frequency and
reason for the test and associated diagnosis.
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Event ID:
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