F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure the necessary care and
services were provided to prevent the development and worsening of pressure ulcers for one of the five
sampled residents (Resident 3).
Residents Affected - Few
* Resident 3's right heel pressure injury was not reassessed for improvement or deterioration. There were
no treatment order and care plan developed to address the resident's right heel pressure injury. This failure
had the potential for Resident 3 to not receive the appropriate wound treatment.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Wound Identification/Assessment released on 10/2022 showed to
document in the patient's EMR (electronic medical record):
- Measurements of the size of the wound;
- Evaluation of the wound bed;
- Evaluation of the surrounding skin;
- Evaluation of the drainage;
- Evaluation of patient for pain or tenderness to touch;
- If a change in condition, notification to healthcare provider;
- Evaluation of the process of the wound toward healing and any potential complications (such as edema,
purulent drainage, foul odor, etc.);
- Revision of care plan, if applicable
- Measurements of the wound in centimeters (cm)
- Treatment and dressing change, if applicable
- Notification of healthcare provider of the status of the wound, any new orders for treatment
- Update the patient's care plan as necessary in the patient's medical record, and
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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
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555859
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kindred Hospital Brea D/P Snf
875 N Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
- Notification of the family member/responsible party
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) dated 2016 defines the pressure ulcer
stages as follows:
Residents Affected - Few
- Stage 2 Pressure Injury: Partial-thickness skin loss with exposed dermis Partial-thickness loss of skin with
exposed dermis. The wound bed is viable, pink or red, moist, and may also present as an intact or ruptured
serum-filled blister. Adipose (fat) is not visible and deeper tissues are not visible. Granulation tissue, slough
and eschar are not present. These injuries commonly result from adverse microclimate and shear in the
skin over the pelvis and shear in the heel.
- Stage 3 Pressure Injury: Full-thickness skin loss Full-thickness loss of skin, in which adipose (fat) is visible
in the ulcer and granulation tissue and epibole (rolled wound edges) are often present. Slough and/or
eschar may be visible. The depth of tissue damage varies by anatomical location; areas of significant
adiposity can develop deep wounds. Undermining and tunneling may occur. Fascia, muscle, tendon,
ligament, cartilage and/or bone are not exposed. If slough or eschar obscures the extent of tissue loss this
is an Unstageable Pressure Injury.
- Stage 4 Pressure Injury: Full-thickness skin and tissue loss Full-thickness skin and tissue loss with
exposed or directly palpable fascia, muscle, tendon, ligament, cartilage or bone in the ulcer. Slough and/or
eschar may be visible. Epibole (rolled edges), undermining and/or tunneling often occur. Depth varies by
anatomical location. If slough or eschar obscures the extent of tissue loss this is an Unstageable Pressure
Injury.
- Unstageable Pressure Injury: Obscured full-thickness skin and tissue loss Full-thickness skin and tissue
loss in which the extent of tissue damage within the ulcer cannot be confirmed because it is obscured by
slough or eschar. If slough or eschar is removed, a Stage 3 or Stage 4 pressure injury will be revealed.
Stable eschar (i.e., dry, adherent, intact without erythema or fluctuance) on the heel or ischemic limb
should not be softened or removed.
Review of the NPIAP's Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers: Quick Refence Guide dated 2014
showed comprehensive assessment of the individual and his or her pressure ulcer informs development of
the most appropriate management plan and ongoing monitoring of wound healing. Effective assessment
and monitoring of wound healing is based on scientific principles, as describe in this section of the
guideline as follows:
- Complete a comprehensive assessment of individual with a pressure ulcer. An initial assessment
includes: values and goals of care of the individual and/or the individual's representative; a complete
health/medical and social history; a focused physical examination that includes factors that may affect
healing, vascular assessment in the case of extremity ulcers, and laboratory tests and x-rays as needed;
nutrition; pain related to pressure ulcers; risk for developing additional pressure ulcers; psychological
health, behaviors, and cognition; functional capacity; the employment of pressure relieving and
redistributing maneuvers; knowledge and belief about prevention and management plan.
- Reassess the individual, the pressure ulcer and the plan of care if the ulcer does not show signs of
healing as expected despite appropriate local wound care, pressure redistribution, and nutrition. Expect
some signs of pressure ulcer healing within two weeks. Adjust expectation for healing in the presence of
multiple factors that impair wound healing.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555859
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kindred Hospital Brea D/P Snf
875 N Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
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 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
- Assess the pressure ulcer initially and reassess it at least weekly. Document the result of all wound
assessment.
- With each dressing change, observe the pressure ulcer for signs that indicate a change in treatment is
required (e.g., wound improvement, wound deterioration, more or less exudate, signs of infection or other
complication).
- Assess and document physical characteristics including location, category/stage, size, tissue type, color,
peri wound condition, wound edges, undermining, tunneling, exudate, and odor.
- Use the finding of a pressure ulcer assessment to plan and document interventions that will best promote
healing.
Closed medical record review for Resident 3 was initiated on 10/25/23. Resident 3 was admitted to the
facility on [DATE], and discharged on 10/12/23.
Review of Resident 3's MDS showed Resident 3's cognitive skills for daily decision making were severely
impaired. The MDS comprehensive assessment showed Resident 3 was totally dependent on the facility
staff for bed mobility, transfers, toileting, and personal hygiene.
Review of Resident 3's Comprehensive Nursing assessment dated [DATE], showed Resident 3 had a right
heel pressure injury, measuring 2.2 cm (length) x 2.3 cm (width), with undermining at 4 o'clock, 1 cm and 9
o'clock, 1.2 cm.
Review of Resident 3's Comprehensive Nursing assessment dated [DATE], showed pressure ulcers rash.
Review of Resident 3's Physician Order for September 2023 did not show any treatment was obtained for
the resident's right heel pressure injury.
Review of Resident 3's Care Plan Report with date range from9/21/23-10/25/23, did not show initiation of
any care plan to address Resident 3's right heel pressure injury.
On 10/25/23 at 1500 hours, an interview and concurrent closed medical record review was conducted with
LVN 4. LVN 4 verified Resident 3's comprehensive nursing assessment and weekly skin check on 9/21/23,
showed the right heel pressure injury; however, the weekly skin checks on 9/28, 10/5, and 10/12/23,
showed patient's weekly skin assessment done, and no issues noted at this time. LVN 4 stated the wound
assessment and documentation must show how the wounds looked like, including measurement, presence
of drainage, and odor. LVN 4 further stated the documentation did not show whether the wound improved or
not. LVN 4 verified the Physician Order Sheet for September 2023 did not show any treatment order
obtained for the resident's right heel pressure injury, and the comprehensive are plan did not show the right
heel pressure injury was addressed.
On 10/25/23 at 1610 hours, an interview and concurrent closed medical record review was conducted with
the DON. The DON verified wound documentation should be accurate and precise. The DON verified the
assessment did not show on the weekly skin checks dated 9/26, 10/5, and 10/12/23. The DON further
verified no treatment was provided to Resident 3's right heel pressure injury, and comprehensive care plan
did not address the right heel pressure injury
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555859
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kindred Hospital Brea D/P Snf
875 N Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0814
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the garbage was properly stored in five of
five garbage dumpsters. The failure had the potential to attract pest/rodents that carried diseases.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings:
According to the 2022 FDA (Food and Drug Administration) Food Code, outside garbage receptacles must
be constructed with tight-fitting lids or covers to prevent the scattering of the garbage or refuse by birds, the
breeding of flies, or the entry of rodents.
On 10/12/23 at 0825 hours, an observation of the facility's outside garbage dumpsters was conducted. Five
of five garbage dumpsters were observed to have the lids open. Two of the five dumpsters were observed
with garbage above the rim of the dumpster. Two of the five dumpsters were also observed with garbage on
the ground around their perimeter.
On 10/12/23 at 0930 hours, an observation and concurrent interview was conducted with the facility's Lead
Engineer. The Lead engineer verified the above findings and acknowledged leaving the dumpster lids open
and allowing trash to overflow on the ground can attract insects and rodents.
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