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
interviews and record reviews the facility failed to develop, within 7 days after completion of the
comprehensive assessment, a comprehensive care plan, prepared by an interdisciplinary team for 1 of 8
residents (Resident #18) reviewed for care plans, in that:
The facility failed to complete a comprehensive care plan for Resident #18 needs for durable medical
equipment, a prosthetic leg.
This failure could place residents at risk for harm by not supporting their needs.
The findings included:
A record review of Resident #18's admission record dated 08/14/2023, revealed an admission date of
08/05/2023 with diagnoses which included encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation.
A record review of Resident #18's admission MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #18 was a [AGE]
year-old male admitted for post-surgical rehabilitation care to include physical and occupational therapies.
Further review revealed Resident #18 had a prosthesis, Section G Functional Status . 2. Limited assistance
- resident highly involved in activity; staff provide guided maneuvering of limbs or other non-weight-bearing
assistance . G. Dressing - how resident puts on, fastens and takes off all items of clothing, including
donning/removing a prosthesis or TED hose
A record review of Resident #18's nursing progress notes revealed LVN A documented Resident #18 had a
prosthetic right leg; Nursing progress note .06/19/2023 . [LVN A] .nurse has answered light, and Resident
needed help with prosthetic, leg was put on properly
A record review of Resident #18's dated 08/02/2023, revealed, Assessment & Plan Global
Assessment/Plan .PRECAUTIONS: fall risk, .BKA amputation, has prosthetic
A record review of Resident #18's care plan dated 08/05/2023 revealed it did not have evidence of any care
instructions for Resident #18's need to walk with a prosthesis related to his below the knee amputated leg .
Observation on 8/16/2023 at 10:55 AM with Resident #18 revealed he had his right leg amputated below
the knee and was supported to walk with a prosthetic leg.
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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
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 08/16/2023 at 11:00 AM the DON stated Resident #18 had his right leg amputated
below the knee and was supported to walk with a prosthetic leg which was applied daily and as needed by
nursing staff. The DON was informed that Resident #18's care plan did not address Resident #18's need for
a prosthetic leg. The DON reviewed Resident #18's care plan and agreed there was no care instructions for
staff to follow for care related to applying Resident #18's prosthesis. The DON stated the care plan should
have had care instructions for staff to follow for care related to applying Resident #18's prosthesis. The
DON stated she and her nurses were culpable for the lack of care support instructions and should have
been reviewing the care plans for accuracy.
During a joint interview on 08/16/2023 at 01:37 PM with MDS RN B and RN C, they were informed that
Resident #18's care plan did not address Resident #18's need for a prosthetic leg. RN B and RN C
reviewed Resident #18's care plan and agreed there were no care instructions for staff to follow for care
related to applying Resident #18's prosthesis. RN B and RN C stated the care plan should have had care
instructions for staff to follow for care related to applying Resident #18's prosthesis. RN B stated, It's my
fault. I overlooked it and RN C stated she was also culpable for the lack of care instructions .
Record review of the policy Comprehensive care Planning (no date), The facility will develop and implement
a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the residents' rights that
includes measurable objective and timeframes to meet a resident's [NAME], nursing, and mental and
psychological needs that are identified int eh comprehensive assessment. The services that are to be
finished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial
well-being. Each resident will have a person-centered comprehensive care plan developed and
implemented to meet his other preferences and goals, and address the resident's medical, physical, mental
and psychosocial needs
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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F 0677
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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 a resident who is unable to carry out
activities of daily living receives the necessary services to maintain good nutrition for 1 of 8 (Resident #2)
residents reviewed in that:
Residents Affected - Few
Resident #2 did not receive assistance while eating when he was served his meal.
This failure could place residents who require feeding assistance at risk of not receiving the necessary
services to maintain good nutrition and decline in health.
The findings were:
Record review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 8/16/2023 revealed he was admitted to the facility
on [DATE], re-admitted on [DATE] and his diagnoses included pain in left in right/left knee, muscle
weakness, lack of coordination, peripheral vascular disease heart failure and diabetes (a metabolic
disease, involving inappropriately elevated blood glucose levels) and cerebral palsy.
Record review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Section C Cognition BIMs was 5/15
(severely impaired) and Section G Functional Status bed mobility revealed the resident required extensive
assistance with two-person assistance; for transfers the resident was total dependence with two-person
assistance and with eating the resident required extensive assistance with one-person physical assistance.
Record review of Resident #2's care plan dated 8/17/2023 revealed for Resident #2 in position due to
cerebral palsy her Resident #2 request, encourage good nutrition and hydration, and Resident #2 was a
risk for hygiene deficit, required extensive -total assist x2 with ADL's, showers, transfers due to
neuromuscular impairment related to cerebral palsy interventions to assist with feeding as needed.
Observation on 8/15/2023 at 10:06 AM in Resident # 2's room revealed he was served lunch and he was
trying to open the butter container. He tried with his fingers and with his teeth with no success. There was
no staff helping Resident #2 with eating his lunch. Observation of Resident #2 revealed he was one of the
first residents to be served since his room was at the beginning of the hall .
Interview on 8/15/2023 at 10:09 AM LVN H stated Resident # 2 required assistance with feeding at times
and stated Resident #2 had a recent change. LVN H stated Resident #2 was one of the first residents to be
served on the hall.
Interview on 8/15/2023 at 10:11AM CNA I stated Resident #2 required assistance with meals. CNA I stated
he had the serve the hall, then was going to come back and assist Resident #2 with feeding .
Interview on at 8/16/2023 at 10:57 AM the DON stated she was not aware that Resident #2 did not receive
help during meals.
Interview on 8/16/2023 at 4 PM the ADM discussed occurrences with Resident #2, with no response. The
Surveyor asked for a policy for residents receiving assistance during meal from staff. The ADM stated she
had no policy for staff assisting residents during meals.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 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
observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure residents are free of any significant
medication errors, for 2 of 3 residents (Residents #20 and #48) reviewed for medication administration, in
that:
Residents Affected - Some
1. MA D attempted to administer to Resident #20, midodrine [a medication designed to raise a person's
blood pressure] while Resident #20 was assessed with high blood pressure. Also, during the same attempt
MA D attempted to concurrently administer midodrine [a drug to raise blood pressure] and antihypertensive
medications [drugs designed to lower blood pressure].
2. Resident #20 was administered midodrine incorrectly 6 times during the period from 08/01/2023 to
08/12/2023 by MA D and LVN F.
3. Resident #48 was administered midodrine incorrectly 23 times during the period from 08/01/2023 to
08/15/2023 by MA D, MA E, and LVN F.
This deficient practice placed residents at risk for not receiving therapeutic effects of their medications and
possible adverse reactions.
The findings included :
1.
A record review of Resident #20's admission record dated 08/14/2023 revealed an admission date
02/06/2023 and diagnoses which included hypertensive [high blood pressure] heart and chronic kidney
disease.
A record review of Resident #20's annual MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #20 was an [AGE] year-old
female admitted for long term care who was able to understand others and make her needs known.
Resident #20 was assessed without mental cognition impairment as evidence by a BIMS score of 13 out of
15. Further review revealed Resident #20 received dialysis therapy.
A record review of Resident #20's care plan dated 08/14/2023 revealed, [Resident #20] needs dialysis 3x a
week r/t end stage renal disease .[Resident #20] will have no s/sx of complications from dialysis through
the review date . Obtain vital signs and weight per protocol. Report significant changes in pulse,
respirations and BP immediately
A record review of Resident #20's August 2023 physician's orders revealed the physician ordered for
Resident #20 to receive midodrine 10mg three times a week, 1 hr. prior to dialysis if her blood pressure was
lower than 110 systolic [the first number in a blood pressure reading; systolic/diastolic], Give 1 tablet by
mouth one time a day every Tue, Thu, Sat related to end stage renal disease, administer medication one
hour prior to dialysis if systolic BP is <110.
During an observation and interview on 08/15/2023 at 09:00 AM revealed MA D prepared medications to
administer to r esident #20. MA D assessed resident #20's blood pressure as 156/58 with a pulse of 57 and
alerted LVN G to reassess Resident #20. LVN G assessed Resident #20 with a blood pressure of 137/62
and a pulse of 70. MA D proceeded to dispense Resident #20's morning medications which
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
included midodrine with an order if the blood pressure was greater than 110 do not give the midodrine. MA
D also had dispensed 3 medications prescribed for high blood pressure concurrently MA D dispensed all
the medications into a pill cup and gathered a cup of water and attempted to administer the medications
when the surveyor actively interrupted the attempt to administer the medications and asked MA D if she
intended to administer the medications. MA D stated yes. The surveyor again interrupted the medication
administration and asked for MA D to please review the order for midodrine. MA D reviewed the order and
removed the midodrine and placed the midodrine in another pill cup and stated she would administer the
midodrine later; approximately 1 hour prior to Resident #20's dialysis appointment. MA D then administered
the remaining medications to Resident #20 .
During an interview on 08/15/2023 at 09:20 AM LVN G stated she was the charge nurse for Resident #20.
The surveyor gave LVN G a report of the medication error where MA D tried to administer midodrine
concurrently with blood pressure medications prescribed to lower high blood pressure. LVN G stated MA D
should not have attempted to administer the midodrine due to the blood pressure assessment for Resident
#20 was too high for the midodrine to be administered. LVN G stated she would address MA D .
During an interview on 08/15/2023 at 09:34 AM the DON received a report from the surveyor of the
medication error where MA D tried to administer midodrine concurrently with blood pressure medications
prescribed to lower high blood pressure. The DON stated MA D should not have attempted to administer
the midodrine due to the blood pressure assessment for Resident #20 was too high for the midodrine to be
administered. The DON stated she would address MA D. The DON stated the risk for harm to Resident #20
was possible heart injury.
2.
A record review of Resident #20's August 2023 medication administration record and blood pressure
records revealed Resident #20 was administered midodrine outside of physicians ordered parameter, give
.if blood pressure is less than 110, 4 times. MA D administered the midodrine outside of physicians ordered
parameter as follows:
On 08/01/2023 Resident #20 was assessed in the morning, with a blood pressure of 128/63 and was
administered the midodrine.
On 08/03/2023 Resident #20 was assessed in the morning, with a blood pressure of 134/64 and was
administered the midodrine.
On 08/08/2023 Resident #20 was assessed in the morning, with a blood pressure of 132/64 and was
administered the midodrine.
On 08/10/2023 Resident #20 was assessed in the morning, with a blood pressure of 129/64 and was
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
administered the midodrine.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A record review of Resident #20's August 2023 medication administration record and blood pressure
records revealed Resident #20 was administered midodrine outside of physicians ordered parameter, give
.if blood pressure is less than 110, 1 time. LVN F administered the midodrine outside of physicians ordered
parameter as follows:
Residents Affected - Some
On 08/12/2023 Resident #20 was assessed in the morning, with a blood pressure of 148/70 and was
administered the midodrine.
3.
A record review of Resident #48's admission record dated 08/15/2023 revealed an admission date of
05/22/2023 with diagnosis which included hypotension [low blood pressure].
A record review of Resident #48's quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed Resident #48 was a [AGE]
year-old male admitted for long term care.
A record review of Resident #48's care plan dated 08/14/2023 revealed, [Resident #48] has potential fluid
deficit .[Resident #48] will be free of symptoms of dehydration and maintain moist mucous membranes,
good skin turgor . Administer medications as ordered. Monitor/document for side effects and effectiveness.
Encourage the resident to drink fluids of choice.
A record review of Resident #48's August 2023 physician's orders revealed the physician ordered for
Resident #48 to receive midodrine 5mg three times a week, midodrine .Oral Tablet 5mg Give 1 tablet by
mouth three times a day for Hypotension Administer if SBP <100 [less than 100]; Hold medication if SBP
>100 [is greater than 100; the first number in a blood pressure].
A record review of Resident #48's August 2023 medication administration record and blood pressure
records revealed Resident #48 was administered midodrine outside of physician's ordered parameters, give
.if blood pressure is less than 100, 4 times. MA D administered the midodrine outside of physician's ordered
parameter as follows:
-On 08/01/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 122/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 01:00 PM.
-On 08/08/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 124/68 and was administered the
midodrine at 01:00 PM.
-On 08/11/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 112/77 and was administered the
midodrine at 01:00 PM.
On 08/14/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 111/67 and was administered the
midodrine at 01:00 PM.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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675800
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
A record review of Resident #48's August 2023 medication administration record and blood pressure
records revealed Resident #48 was administered midodrine outside of physician's ordered parameters, give
.if blood pressure is less than 100, 13 times. MA E administered the midodrine outside of physician's
ordered parameter as follows:
-On 08/01/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 128/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/02/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 138/68 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/03/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 130/68 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/04/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 138/68 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/05/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 118/60 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/06/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 108/62 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/07/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 132/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/08/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 128/66 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/09/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 110/66 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/10/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 128/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
On 08/11/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 128/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/12/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 119/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/13/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 133/78 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
A record review of Resident #48's August 2023 medication administration record and blood pressure
records revealed Resident #48 was administered midodrine outside of physicians ordered parameter, give
.if blood pressure is less than 100, 6 times. LVN F administered the midodrine outside of
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
physicians ordered parameter as follows:
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
-On 08/05/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 112/70 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 AM.
Residents Affected - Some
-On 08/05/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 126/64 and was administered the
midodrine at 01:00 PM.
-On 08/05/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 118/60 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
-On 08/06/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 104/62 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 AM.
-On 08/06/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 110/64 and was administered the
midodrine at 01:00 PM.
-On 08/06/2023 Resident #48 was assessed with a blood pressure of 108/62 and was administered the
midodrine at 08:00 PM.
During an interview on 08/16/2023 at 03:02 PM MA E stated he had been in-serviced by the DON on the
drug midodrine to include proper administration. MA E stated the less than symbol and the greater than
symbol confused him and would now be written out and not used. MA E stated he had been administering
the midodrine to residents in error and was regretful he did not seek out clarification on the less than
greater than symbols.
During an interview on 08/15/2023 at 05:01 PM the Medical Director stated he had not received reports
that Residents #20 and #48 had received their midodrine outside of parameters for the month August 2023.
The Medical Director received a report from the surveyor that Resident #20 had been receiving
antihypertensive and hypotensive medications concurrently. The Medical Director stated Resident #20
should not have been administered the antihypertensive and hypotensive medications concurrently. The
Medical Director stated he was not aware Resident #48 was also administered midodrine out of parameters
multiple times in August 2023. The Medical Director stated he should have received reports from nursing
staff that the midodrine was given while the residents were hypertensive. The Medical Director stated the
risk to residents receiving concurrent hypertensive medications with hypotensive medications and receiving
hypotensive medications while having hypertension could potentially at worst cause a resident a
neurological event such as a stroke.
A record review of the facility's Adverse Consequences and Medication Errors dated February 2023,
revealed, Policy Heading: The interdisciplinary team monitors medication usage in order to prevent and
detect medication-related problems such as adverse drug reactions and side effects. Policy Interpretation
and Implementation .Medications Errors 1. A medication error is defined as the preparation or
administration of drugs or biologicals which is not in accordance with physician's orders, manufacturer
specifications, or accepted professional standards and principles of the professional(s) providing services.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0808
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or
licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to assure that residents received a therapeutic
diet as prescribed by the physician for 1 of 8 residents (Resident #20) reviewed in that:
Resident #20 was prescribed a low sodium diet and was provided a regular diet which did not meet her
dietary needs.
This failure could affect residents who are prescribed a low sodium diet and could result in complications
with high blood pressure and kidney disease.
The findings include:
Record review of Resident #20's Face Sheet dated 8/14/2023 reflected an [AGE] year-old female resident
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure),
end stage renal disease (final stage of kidney disease where kidneys cannot function on their own), and
fluid overload (condition where the liquid portion of the blood is too high ).
Record review of Resident #20's MDS dated [DATE] reflected a BIMS of 13, indicating the resident was
cognitively intact. The residents MDS did not reflect a Therapeutic diet for the resident.
Record review of Resident #20's Dialysis Physician's Order dated 8/1/2023 reflected an order for Low Salt
Diet.
Record review of Nursing Progress Notes dated 8/1/2023 reflected a note reflecting the resident Returned
from dialysis with orders for low salt diet.
Record review of Nursing - Dietary Communication Form dated 8/1/2023 reflected a new order for a low
sodium diet.
Record review of Resident #20's tray ticket dated 8/14/2023 reflected no indication of a low salt diet.
Record review of Resident #20's Care Plan dated 7/26/2023 did not reflect a therapeutic diet.
Observation and interview on 8/14/2023 at 12:50 PM of the lunch service revealed a meal tray intended for
Resident #20 containing a packet of salt on the tray for the resident to use on her food as needed. Resident
#20 stated she did not know why she was provided salt, as her ankles were swollen due to water retention
and her doctor at the dialysis clinic had informed her that she should maintain a low sodium diet. The
resident stated her ankles felt tight at times when they were swollen and made her uncomfortable.
Interview on 8/16/2023 at 9:34 AM, the DM stated that if a resident received new dietary orders, a nurse
would create a communications slip and provide it to the DM either by physically handing it to her or putting
it in her mailbox outside of her office. The DM stated she was able to review orders in the resident's EMR
and that any changes would be reviewed in meetings.
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
675800
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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
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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 0808
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Interview on 8/16/2023 at 10:57 AM, the DON stated that her expectations for nursing staff was to review
orders, create Nursing - Dietary Communication Forms, and provide them to the DM, informing the kitchen
of the new dietary order. The DON stated that nursing staff was instructed to double check meals and
compare the meals to orders and meal slips.
Interview on 8/16/2023 at 3:12 PM, LVN G stated if a resident had an order for a change in their diet, LVN
G would turn in a Nursing - Dietary Communication Form to the Dietary Manager to ensure the residents'
ordered diet was followed by the kitchen. LVN G stated she had provided the Dietary department with the
low sodium diet order the day the order was received.
Interview on 8/16/2023 at 3:35 PM, the Administrator stated her expectations were for dietary staff to make
any changes based on physicians' orders communicated to them by nursing.
Record review of the facility policy, undated, titled Diet Orders/Diet Manual reflected The Dietary Service
Department is to be informed of any of the changes listed below in a timely manner: . Change of Diet.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
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
675800
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/16/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
LA Vida Serena Nursing and Rehabilitation
711 Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
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 0921
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and
the public.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, interview and record review the facility failed to provide a safe, functional, and comfortable
environment for residents, staff and the public for 3 of 13 (201,202, 205) rooms in the 200 hall in that:
Resident rooms 201, 202, 205 had broken window blinds.
This could affect residents on the 200 hall and could result in low self-esteem and a lack of privacy.
The findings were:
1.Observation on 8/15/2023 at 4:10 PM in resident room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed his window blinds had
5 slats that were broken and could see outside while the window blinds were closed.
Interview on 8/15/2023 at 4:11 PM the resident in room [ROOM NUMBER] stated the window blinds had
been broken for a while and he did report to Maintenance Supervisor.
Observation on 08/16/2023 at 2:20 PM in resident room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed his window blinds had
5 slats that were broken and could see outside while the window blinds were closed.
2. Observation on 8/15/2023 at 4:12 PM in resident room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the window blinds
had 2 slats that were broken .
Interview on 8/15/2023 at 4:13 PM the resident in room [ROOM NUMBER] stated he did report the window
blinds were broken to staff (unknown).
3. Observation on 8/15/2023 at 4:41PM in resident room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the window slates
were broken. The resident not interviewable.
Interview in 8/15/2023 at 4:45 PM with the ADM stated she was not aware the window blinds were broken.
A policy was requested.
Interview on 8/16/2023 at 1:57 PM the Maintenance Supervisor stated rooms 201,202, 205 had broken
window blind slats. The Maintenance Supervisor stated the broken window blinds were not reported to him .
Interview on 08/16/23 at 2:16PM the ADM stated the broken window slates on the blinds were not reported
to her and would check on TELLS .(communication for environmental concerns in the facility) A policy was
requested but was not provided.
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