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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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INITIAL COMMENTS
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
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The following reflects the findings of the
California Department of Public Health during
an annual recertification visit.
Representing the Department of Public Health:
Health: Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse ID:
36627
Health: Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse ID:
34659
Facility Census: 66
Sample Size: 17
Randomly Selected Residents: 2
Highest Severity and Scope: G
F577
SS=B
Right to Survey Results/Advocate Agency Info
CFR(s): 483.10(g)(10)(11)
F577
03/21/2018
§483.10(g)(10) The resident has the right to(i) Examine the results of the most recent
survey of the facility conducted by Federal or
State surveyors and any plan of correction in
effect with respect to the facility; and
(ii) Receive information from agencies acting as
client advocates, and be afforded the
opportunity to contact these agencies.
§483.10(g)(11) The facility must-(i) Post in a place readily accessible to
residents, and family members and legal
representatives of residents, the results of the
most recent survey of the facility.
(ii) Have reports with respect to any surveys,
certifications, and complaint investigations
made respecting the facility during the 3
preceding years, and any plan of correction in
effect with respect to the facility, available for
any individual to review upon request; and
(iii) Post notice of the availability of such
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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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reports in areas of the facility that are
prominent and accessible to the public.
(iv) The facility shall not make available
identifying information about complainants or
residents.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to observe the
residents' rights for six out of seven residents
who attended the Group Interview, to examine
the most recent survey results and the plan of
correction in effect, by failing to:
1. Post a notice of the most recent survey
result availability for Station 1 and Station 2.
2. Label the survey result binder in Station 1
and Station 2.
3. Post the most recent survey result in Station
2.
As a result, the residents' were not aware the
most recent survey results were available for
review.
Findings:
On February 21, 2018 at approximately 11:15
a.m., during a group meeting, six out of seven
residents stated they were not aware of the
survey results that were available for review.
On February 23, 2018 at 7:45 a.m., there was a
black binder on the wall, but the binder was not
labeled to indicate that it was a survey result
binder for Station 1 and Station 2. Station 2's
binder did not have the latest survey result
posted in the binder (2015 result). Since the
binder was not labeled, residents and visitors
would not know to access and to examine the
most recent survey of the facility conducted by
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
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Federal or State surveyors and the facility's
plan of correction in effect.
On February 23, 2018 at 8:00 a.m., during an
interview, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated
there are no signs posted for the availability of
the survey result binders. The DON stated the
facility will make a sign indicating the survey
results and will post the sign so that the public
and residents can access the survey results.
A review of the facility's revised policy and
procedure dated August 2009, titled "Resident
Rights," indicated Federal and State laws
guarantee certain basic rights to all residents of
this facility to include to examine survey results.
F623
SS=B
Notice Requirements Before
Transfer/Discharge
CFR(s): 483.15(c)(3)-(6)(8)
F623
03/21/2018
§483.15(c)(3) Notice before transfer.
Before a facility transfers or discharges a
resident, the facility must(i) Notify the resident and the resident's
representative(s) of the transfer or discharge
and the reasons for the move in writing and in a
language and manner they understand. The
facility must send a copy of the notice to a
representative of the Office of the State LongTerm Care Ombudsman.
(ii) Record the reasons for the transfer or
discharge in the resident's medical record in
accordance with paragraph (c)(2) of this
section; and
(iii) Include in the notice the items described in
paragraph (c)(5) of this section.
§483.15(c)(4) Timing of the notice.
(i) Except as specified in paragraphs (c)(4)(ii)
and (c)(8) of this section, the notice of transfer
or discharge required under this section must
be made by the facility at least 30 days before
the resident is transferred or discharged.
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(ii) Notice must be made as soon as practicable
before transfer or discharge when(A) The safety of individuals in the facility would
be endangered under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(C) of
this section;
(B) The health of individuals in the facility would
be endangered, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(D) of
this section;
(C) The resident's health improves sufficiently
to allow a more immediate transfer or
discharge, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(B) of this
section;
(D) An immediate transfer or discharge is
required by the resident's urgent medical
needs, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A) of this
section; or
(E) A resident has not resided in the facility for
30 days.
§483.15(c)(5) Contents of the notice. The
written notice specified in paragraph (c)(3) of
this section must include the following:
(i) The reason for transfer or discharge;
(ii) The effective date of transfer or discharge;
(iii) The location to which the resident is
transferred or discharged;
(iv) A statement of the resident's appeal rights,
including the name, address (mailing and
email), and telephone number of the entity
which receives such requests; and information
on how to obtain an appeal form and
assistance in completing the form and
submitting the appeal hearing request;
(v) The name, address (mailing and email) and
telephone number of the Office of the State
Long-Term Care Ombudsman;
(vi) For nursing facility residents with
intellectual and developmental disabilities or
related disabilities, the mailing and email
address and telephone number of the agency
responsible for the protection and advocacy of
individuals with developmental disabilities
established under Part C of the Developmental
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
(X4) ID
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Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of
2000 (Pub. L. 106-402, codified at 42 U.S.C.
15001 et seq.); and
(vii) For nursing facility residents with a mental
disorder or related disabilities, the mailing and
email address and telephone number of the
agency responsible for the protection and
advocacy of individuals with a mental disorder
established under the Protection and Advocacy
for Mentally Ill Individuals Act.
§483.15(c)(6) Changes to the notice.
If the information in the notice changes prior to
effecting the transfer or discharge, the facility
must update the recipients of the notice as
soon as practicable once the updated
information becomes available.
§483.15(c)(8) Notice in advance of facility
closure
In the case of facility closure, the individual who
is the administrator of the facility must provide
written notification prior to the impending
closure to the State Survey Agency, the Office
of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman,
residents of the facility, and the resident
representatives, as well as the plan for the
transfer and adequate relocation of the
residents, as required at § 483.70(l).
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview and record review, the
facility failed to ensure a resident's (Resident
67) notice of discharge or transfer was
provided to the resident and/or resident's
representative that included a right to appeal
and the Office of the State Long-Term Care
Ombudsman contact information was correct,
and a notice of discharge or transfer was sent
to the Office of the State Long-Term Care
Ombudsman for one of 17 sample residents
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(Resident 67).
This had the potential to result in an unsafe
discharge.
Findings:
A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 67 was admitted to the facility on
October 25, 2017.
A review of the Physician's Order dated
December 1, 2017, indicated to discharge
Resident 67 to home with medications.
A review of the Notice of Discharge/Transfer
form with the Director of Nurses (DON),
indicated the telephone number on the form for
the State Agency and the Office of the State
Long-Term Care Ombudsman were incorrect.
The form also included the resident's right to
appeal and its contact information.
On February 23, 2018 at 9:07 a.m., during an
interview, the DON stated the facility had a
notice of discharge/transfer form but are not
providing the form for resident upon discharge
to home and was not aware that the Office of
the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
needed to be notified prior to discharging the
resident.
F656
SS=E
Develop/Implement Comprehensive Care Plan F656
CFR(s): 483.21(b)(1)
03/21/2018
§483.21(b) Comprehensive Care Plans
§483.21(b)(1) The facility must develop and
implement a comprehensive person-centered
care plan for each resident, consistent with the
resident rights set forth at §483.10(c)(2) and
§483.10(c)(3), that includes measurable
objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's
medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial
needs that are identified in the comprehensive
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
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assessment. The comprehensive care plan
must describe the following (i) The services that are to be furnished to
attain or maintain the resident's highest
practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial
well-being as required under §483.24, §483.25
or §483.40; and
(ii) Any services that would otherwise be
required under §483.24, §483.25 or §483.40
but are not provided due to the resident's
exercise of rights under §483.10, including the
right to refuse treatment under §483.10(c)(6).
(iii) Any specialized services or specialized
rehabilitative services the nursing facility will
provide as a result of PASARR
recommendations. If a facility disagrees with
the findings of the PASARR, it must indicate its
rationale in the resident's medical record.
(iv)In consultation with the resident and the
resident's representative(s)(A) The resident's goals for admission and
desired outcomes.
(B) The resident's preference and potential for
future discharge. Facilities must document
whether the resident's desire to return to the
community was assessed and any referrals to
local contact agencies and/or other appropriate
entities, for this purpose.
(C) Discharge plans in the comprehensive care
plan, as appropriate, in accordance with the
requirements set forth in paragraph (c) of this
section.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to develop and
implement the comprehensive person-centered
plan of care for four of 17 sample residents
(Residents 10, 24, 21 and 42) by failing to:
1. Implement the interventions for dental care
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when resident reported loose fitted denture
(Resident 10) .
2. Implement the interventions for hospice
(providing care for the sick, especially the
terminally ill) care plan for Registered Nurse
(RN) visits (Resident 42) and RN and volunteer
visits (Resident 24).
3. Develop and implement a care plan to
prevent a urinary tract infection (UTI-an
infection of the kidney, ureter, bladder, or
urethra) for a resident (Resident 21) who had a
history of UTI and was prone for reoccurence
of UTI.
These deficient practices had the potential to
result in inconsistent implementation of the
care plan that may lead to a delay in or lack of
delivery of care and services.
Findings:
a. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 10 was admitted to the facility on
November 24, 2016, with diagnoses that
included muscle weakness.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated February 21, 2017,
indicated Resident 10 had intact cognitive skills
for daily decision making. The MDS indicated
Resident 10's dental status was not checked
for broken or loosely fitting full or partial
denture.
On February 20, 2018 at 8:40 a.m., Resident
10 was observed to be awake, alert, and calm.
In a concurrent interview during the
observation, Resident 10 stated her lower
denture was not fitting well and she had
reported the denture problem to the staff, but
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did not remember who she reported it to.
A review of the care plan for Dental Care
initiated on November 24, 2016 and last
revised on February 2018, indicated Resident
10 uses dentures. None of the care plan goals
were checked to indicate the goal was choosen
for the resident. The care plan approaches
included to monitor for oral/gum discomfort,
notify physician promptly, and dental consult as
ordered and as needed.
A review of Resident 10's Dental Report dated
December 4, 2017, indicated full upper and
lower dentures were delivered.
On February 21, 2018 at 7:35 a.m., during an
interview, the Social Service Director (SSD)
stated she notified the dentist and the dentist
will be coming to see the resident.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedure titled "Care Plans-Comprehensive,"
indicated an interdisciplinary team, in
coordination with the resident and his/her
family or representative, develops and
maintains a comprehensive care plan for each
resident.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 24 was admitted to the facility on May
26, 2017, with diagnoses that included
Alzheimer's disease (a brain disorder that
affects the parts of the brain that control
thought, memory, and language).
A review of Resident 24's Physician's Order
dated May 26, 2017, indicated to admit the
resident to hospice care.
A review of the Nursing Facility/Hospice
Collaboration Plan of Care dated May 30,
2017, indicated the frequency of visits included
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the hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to visit
once every two weeks, one visit as needed,
and the volunteer to visit once a month and one
visit as needed.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated December 6, 2017,
indicated Resident 24 had severely impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making. The
MDS did not indicate hospice care was
provided.
On February 22, 2018 at 12:24 p.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) stated the
visits for the hospice RN and the volunteer
were not implemented as indicated in the care
plan. RN 2 was unable to provide documented
evidence that the hospice RN had visited
Resident 24.
c. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 42 was admitted to the facility on
November 10, 2017, with diagnoses that
included Alzheimer's disease (is a brain
disorder that affects the parts of the brain that
control thought, memory, and language).
A review of Resident 42's Physician's Order
dated January 4, 2018, indicated to admit the
resident to hospice care.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated January 5, 2018,
indicated Resident 24 had severely impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making. The
MDS indicated hospice care was provided.
A review of the Nursing Facility/Hospice
Collaboration Plan of Care dated January 9,
2018, indicated the frequency of visits included
the hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to visit
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once every two weeks and one visit as needed.
On February 22, 2018 at 12:24 p.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) stated the
visits for the hospice RN were not implemented
as indicated in the care plan. RN 2 was unable
to provide documented evidence that hospice
RN had visited Resident 42.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedure titled "Care Plans-Comprehensive,"
indicated an interdisciplinary team, in
coordination with the resident and his/her
family or representative, develops and
maintains a comprehensive care plan for each
resident.
d. A review of Resident 21's admission record
indicated the resident was admitted to the
facility on May 16, 2017 and readmitted on July
3, 2017, November 21, 2017 and December
24, 2017, with diagnoses that included urinary
tract infection (UTI, an infection of the kidney,
ureter, bladder, or urethra) gastrostomy tube
(GT- a tube inserted through the abdomen that
delivers nutrition directly to the stomach),
stroke, neurogenic bladder (dysfunction (flaccid
or spastic) and Escherichia coli (E. Coli, a
bacterium commonly found in the intestines of
humans and other animals, where it usually
causes no harm. If enters into urinary system
can cause UTI).
A review of Resident 21's History and Physical
dated May 18, 2017 and July 4, 2017, indicated
the resident does not have the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
A review of Resident 21's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
care-screening tool) dated May 20, 2017,
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making. Resident 3 was totally dependent on
two persons for bed mobility, transfer,
dressing, eating, and toileting. The MDS
indicated Resident 21 had a UTI upon
admission.
A review of Resident 21's Care Plan for UTI,
Potential For Reoccurrence, due to Suprapubic
Catheter (a hollow flexible tube that is used to
drain urine from the bladder. It is inserted into
the bladder through a cut in the tummy),
initiated on May 17, 2017, indicated a goal to
resolve UTI and prevent reoccurrence of
infection. One of the interventions indicated
was to administer medication as ordered and
observe for any signs/symptoms of adverse
reaction. The care plan did not specify the
medication to be administered. The intervention
indicated to encourage changes in position to
prevent urinary stasis (period of inactivity).
However, Resident 21 is unable to move by
himself. The care plan intervention indicated to
encourage fluids as tolerated to maintain
adequate hydration. However, Resident 21 is
unable to drink fluids. The care plan was not
specific, person-centered and individualized to
meet Resident 21's care needs. In addition,
there were no interventions such as
administration of cranberry juice, cranberry pill,
or increase fluids above the normal
recommended requirements, which are usually
indicated for UTI prevention.
A review of Resident 21's Care Plan goal for
Prone to Develop UTI, due to Suprapubic
Catheter, initiated on May 17, 2017, indicated
the resident will have no signs/symptoms of
hematuria (blood in urine), abdominal
distention, urinary retention, high temperature
every month for three months. The intervention
indicated to monitor intake/output every shift
and total every 24 hours. The intervention
indicated to irrigate the catheter per physician's
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orders.
A review of Resident 21's general acute care
hospital (GACH) Infectious Disease Progress
Report dated July 2, 2017, indicated the
resident acquired a UTI with VRE
(Vancomycin-resistant enterococci - a type of
bacteria called enterococci that have
developed resistance to many antibiotics) and
ESBL (Extended spectrum beta-lactamases- a
type of enzyme or chemical produced by some
bacteria. ESBL enzymes cause some
antibiotics not to work for treating bacterial
infections), and E. coli to the urine.
A review of Resident 21's Client Diagnosis
Report indicated the E. coli was diagnosed on
July 3, 2017.
During an observation on February 20, 2017 at
7:50 a.m., Resident 21's suprapubic catheter
was observed. Sediments were seen in the
catheter tubing. Licensed Vocational Nurse 1
(LVN 1) observed this and stated sediments
were to be expected because the resident has
a suprapubic catheter. This was the only
observation of Resident 21 during the survey.
Resident 21 was discharged to the GACH the
evening of February 20, 2017. Resident 21 did
not return to the facility.
A review of Resident 21's Physician Orders
indicate the following:
1. Flush (cleanse) urinary catheter with 60
milliliters (ml) of Acetic Acid 0.25% solution
every day as needed if clogged or urinary
retention, dated May 16, 2017.
2. Flush feeding tube with 50 ml of water before
and after administration of medication every
shift, dated May 16, 2017.
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3. Flush feeding tube with 250 ml with 250 ml
of water every shift, dated May 16, 2017.
4. Record intake and output every shift for thirty
days, dated May 16, 2017.
5. Diabeticsource 1.2 calories at 80 ml per hour
for 20 hours to provide 1600 ml/1920 Calories
by G-Tube, dated May 16, 2017.
6. Diabeticsource 1.2 at 60 ml per hour for 20
hours, dated July 3, 2017.
7. Diabeticsource 1.2 at 65 ml per hour for 20
hours, dated August 25, 2017.
8. Contact isolation of extended spectrum beta
lactimases (bacteria resistant to most betalactam antibiotics, including penicillins,
cephalosporins, and the monobactam
aztreonam) and Vancomycin resistant
enterococi (VRE, bacteria that is resistant to
the antibiotic Vancomycin) of sputum and urine,
dated July 3, 2017.
9. Ellura (a supplement made from 36 mg PAC
extracted from cranberries and is used to
prevent urinary tract infections) 36 milligrams
(mg) by GT every day for UTI prophylaxis
(taken to prevent disease) family to provide,
dated October 24, 2017.
On February 22, 2018 at 7:52 a.m., in an
interview the Director of Nurses (DON) stated if
Resident 21's urine output for the shift is below
600 ml the CNA will report and the suprapubic
catheter will be flushed (cleansed with Acetic
Acid 0.25% solution).
A review of the CNA Daily Flow Sheet for
December 2017, indicated there were at least
eleven times when Resident 21's urine output
was below 600 ml per shift, but the December
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2017, Treatment Administration Record (TAR)
indicated the resident's catheter was flushed
only 2 times instead of eleven times, as the
physician ordered.
During an interview with Registered Nurse 1
(RN 1) and the DON on February 22, 2018 at
7:52 a.m., when asked what is being done to
prevent a reoccurrence of Resident 21's UTI,
RN 1 stated she asks the nurses their concerns
and asks the family what their concerns are for
the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT-a coordinated
group of experts from several different fields)
meeting. RN 1 stated the IDT addressed
concerns raised by Family Member 1. RN 1
was unable to provided a reason why the IDT
did not provide any
intervention/recommendation on UTI
prevention. RN 1 stated, "We don't discuss
anymore because Family Member 1 is aware.
Family Member 1 knows that the patient has a
recurrent UTI due to a condition." The DON
stated staff are giving the resident fluids. The
DON stated staff are flushing the suprapubic
catheter not daily, but as needed per the
physician order. The DON stated Resident 21
is receiving Ellura for UTI prophylaxis. The
DON stated Ellura was not started until
suggested by Family Member 1. The DON
stated the Registered Dietician has not made
any recommendations regarding increasing
fluids when Resident 21 has an active UTI or to
prevent UTI. When asked how Resident 21
acquired E. coli. in the urine when he was
readmitted November 21, 2017, the DON did
not provide an answer. The DON stated there
needs to be more inservice training for cleaning
the resident.
F658
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Services Provided Meet Professional
Standards
CFR(s): 483.21(b)(3)(i)
F658
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§483.21(b)(3) Comprehensive Care Plans
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The services provided or arranged by the
facility, as outlined by the comprehensive care
plan, must(i) Meet professional standards of quality.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the licensed nursing staff failed to
observed standard of nursing practice for two
of 17 sample residents (Residents 58, 63) by
failing to:
1. Implement a landing mattress and to use
bilateral side rails (Resident 58).
2. Follow-up and implement a physician order
for a laboratory test for (Resident 63).
These deficient practices had the potential to
negatively affect the delivery of necessary care
and services.
Findings:
a. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 58 was admitted to the facility on July
24, 2014, with diagnoses that included
dementia (is a brain disorder that affects a
person's ability to carry out daily activities and
that may cause changes in mood and
personality).
A review of Resident 58's Physician's Order
dated July 24, 2014, indicated to place bilateral
side rails up for turning and reposition.
A review of Resident 58's Physician's Order
dated February 13, 2015, indicated to place
landing mattress at bedside for fall risk
precaution.
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A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated January 9, 2018,
indicated Resident 58 had moderately impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making. The
MDS also indicated Resident 58 required total
assistance from staff for bed mobility, transfer,
toilet use, personal hygiene and bed bath. Bed
rails were used daily.
A review of Resident 58's Consent for Bedside
Rail Use dated January 9, 2018, indicated
bedside rails were ordered for the left and right
upper bed side rails.
On February 20, 2018 at 1:26 p.m., Resident
58 was observed awake and calm, lying in bed.
There was one landing mattress on Resident
58's right side and bilateral upper and lower
side rails were up.
On February 20, 2018 at 1:45 p.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 1 (RN 1) stated for
Resident 58 staff should use only the upper left
and right bedside rails.
On February 21, 2018 at 10:30 a.m., during an
interview, RN 1 stated Resident 58 should have
a landing mattress on both sides of the bed.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 63 was admitted to the facility on
October 23, 2017, with diagnoses that included
dementia (is a brain disorder that affects a
person's ability to carry out daily activities and
that may cause changes in mood and
personality).
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated January 30, 2018,
indicated Resident 63 had severely impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making. The
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MDS indicated Resident 63 had physical
behavioral symptoms directed toward others
that included hitting, kicking, pushing,
scratching, and grabbing that usually occurred
four to six days.
A review of Resident 63's Physician's Order
dated February 18, 2018, indicated to do a lipid
panel (a blood test that measures fats and fatty
substances), CBC (a complete blood count is a
blood test used to evaluate your overall health
and detect a wide range of disorders, including
anemia, infection and leukemia.) CMP
(comprehensive metabolic panel-a group of
blood tests that provide an overall picture of
your body's chemical balance and metabolism),
Hgb (a protein in red blood cells that carries
oxygen throughout the body) A1C (a test that
measures the level of hemoglobin A1c in the
blood as a means of determining the average
blood sugar concentrations for the preceding
two to three months), TSH (Thyroid Stimulating
Hormone-a hormone that is secreted by the
pituitary gland and stimulates the thyroid gland)
to done on February 20, 2018.
A review of Resident 63's laboratory/diagnostic
request form dated February 20, 2018, with the
Director of Nursing (DON) indicated the
resident was agitated.
A review of the Licensed Personnel Weekly
Prosgress Notes dated from February 18, 2018
through February 22, 2018, did not indicate
Resident 63 was agitated at the time of the
laboratory blood draw.
On February 22, 2018 at 11:45 a.m., during an
interview, the DON stated the staff should have
followed up again and the laboratory tests
ordered were not done.
A review of the revised facility policy and
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procedure dated October 2010, titled "Lab and
Diagnostic Test Results - Clinical Protocol,"
indicated the staff will process test requisitions
and arrange for tests.
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Treatment/Devices to Maintain Hearing/Vision
CFR(s): 483.25(a)(1)(2)
F685
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§483.25(a) Vision and hearing
To ensure that residents receive proper
treatment and assistive devices to maintain
vision and hearing abilities, the facility must, if
necessary, assist the resident§483.25(a)(1) In making appointments, and
§483.25(a)(2) By arranging for transportation to
and from the office of a practitioner specializing
in the treatment of vision or hearing impairment
or the office of a professional specializing in the
provision of vision or hearing assistive devices.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility staff failed to ensure a
resident received proper assistive devices to
maintain hearing abilities by not assisting in
arranging for audiologist referral consult for one
of 17 sampled residents (Resident 10).
This deficient practice resulted in a delay of
services and Resident 10 not being able to
hear adequately during a conversation.
Findings:
On February 20, 2018 at 8:40 a.m., Resident
10 was observed awake, alert, and calm lying
in bed. During an interview, Resident 10 stated
she was not able to hear well and she had
reported her hearing problem to the doctor.
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A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 10 was admitted to the facility on
November 24, 2016, with diagnoses that
included muscle weakness.
A review of Resident 10's Physician's Order
dated November 24, 2016, indicated to provide
the resident with an audiology consult and
follow up as indicated.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated February 21, 2017,
indicated Resident 10 had intact cognitive skills
for daily decision making. The MDS indicated
Resident 10 had adequate hearing.
A review of the Otolaryngology/ENT (Ear,
Nose, and Throat - specialist that treat
residents with diseases and disorder of ear,
nose and throat) Consult Report dated
September 20, 2017, indicated Resident 10
complained of hearing difficulty and an audio
referral was indicated.
On February 21, 2018 at 7:35 a.m., during an
interview, the Social Service Director (SSD)
stated she called the physician's office and the
office personnel stated they (the physician's
office) failed to follow up with the
recommendation. The SSD stated she should
have followed up with the physician's office and
to not rely on the physician's office.
F690
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Bowel/Bladder Incontinence, Catheter, UTI
CFR(s): 483.25(e)(1)-(3)
F690
03/21/2018
§483.25(e) Incontinence.
§483.25(e)(1) The facility must ensure that
resident who is continent of bladder and bowel
on admission receives services and assistance
to maintain continence unless his or her clinical
condition is or becomes such that continence is
not possible to maintain.
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§483.25(e)(2)For a resident with urinary
incontinence, based on the resident's
comprehensive assessment, the facility must
ensure that(i) A resident who enters the facility without an
indwelling catheter is not catheterized unless
the resident's clinical condition demonstrates
that catheterization was necessary;
(ii) A resident who enters the facility with an
indwelling catheter or subsequently receives
one is assessed for removal of the catheter as
soon as possible unless the resident's clinical
condition demonstrates that catheterization is
necessary; and
(iii) A resident who is incontinent of bladder
receives appropriate treatment and services to
prevent urinary tract infections and to restore
continence to the extent possible.
§483.25(e)(3) For a resident with fecal
incontinence, based on the resident's
comprehensive assessment, the facility must
ensure that a resident who is incontinent of
bowel receives appropriate treatment and
services to restore as much normal bowel
function as possible.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure two of 17
sampled residents (Residents 21, and 66) who
was at risk to develope urinary tract infection
(UTI, an infection of the kidney, ureter, bladder,
or urethra) was provided with care and services
to prevent reoccurrences of UTI, including:
1. Failure to monitor Resident 21's intake and
output for 30 days as ordered by the physician.
2. Failure to ensure Resident 21 who had
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reoccurrence of UTI was assessed for
additional fluid needs and ensure the resident
received adequate fluids.
3. Failure to ensure Resident 21 received
proper bowel incontinent care to prevent the
suprapubic catheter from being contaminated
with Escherichia coli in the urine (E. coli, a
bacterium commonly found in the intestines of
humans and other animals, where it usually
causes no harm. If entering into the urinary
system, this can cause UTI).
4. Failure to timely identify cause of Resident
21 reoccurences of UTI and update the plan of
care with additional interventions to prevent
further occurrences of UTI.
As a result, by December 22, 2017, Resident
21 was transferred to General Acute Care
Hospital (GACH) three times within seven
months of admission to the facility with
diagnoses that included sepsis and
reoccurrences of UTI. Resident 66 was
observed with the suprapubic catheter bag
touching the floor and not anchored to the
resident's thigh, which placed the resident at
risk to acquire UTI.
Findings:
During an observation on February 20, 2017 at
7:50 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse 1
(LVN 1), Resident 21's suprapubic catheter (a
hollow flexible tube that is inserted into the
bladder through a cut in the tummy, used to
drain urine from the bladder) was observed
with sediments in the tubing. LVN 1 stated
sediments were to be expected because the
resident has a suprapubic catheter.
A review of Resident 21's admission record
indicated the resident was originally admitted to
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the facility on May 16, 2017 with diagnoses that
included urinary tract infection, gastrostomy
tube (GT, a tube inserted through the abdomen
use for nutrition and medication administration
directly to the stomach), and diabetes mellitus
(high blood sugar).
A review of Resident 21's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
care-screening tool), dated May 20, 2017,
indicated the resident's cognitive skills for daily
decision-making were severely impaired and
was totally dependent on two persons for bed
mobility, transfer, dressing, eating, and
toileting. The MDS indicated the resident had
an indwelling (a catheter inserted into the
bladder that remains there to provide
continuous urinary drainage) catheter and was
incontinent (no control) of bowel.
A review of Resident 21's Care Plan for UTI,
Potential for Reoccurrence, due to suprapubic
catheter, initiated May 17, 2017, indicated a
goal to resolve UTI and prevent reoccurrence
of infection. The interventions included to
administer medication as ordered and observe
for any signs/symptoms of adverse reaction, to
encourage changes in position to prevent
urinary stasis (period of inactivity), and to
encourage fluids as tolerated to maintain
adequate hydration.
A review of Resident 21's physician's orders
indicated the following:
1. Suprapubic catheter French (type of
catheter) 18/5 milliliters (sterile water) to gravity
drainage: Change monthly and as needed
(PRN) if clogged, leaking, and pulled out, dated
May 16, 2017.
2. Change urinary catheter drainage bag every
two weeks, dated May 16, 2017.
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3. Flush (cleanse) urinary catheter with 60
milliliters (ml) of Acetic Acid 0.25 percent (%)
solution every day as needed if clogged or
urinary retention (the inability to completely or
partially empty the bladder), dated May 16,
2017.
4. Monitor for sign and symptoms of UTI x 30
days. 1. Cloudy urine, 2. Foul odor, 3.
Hematuria (Blood in urine), 4. Fever, 5.
Abdominal distention (when substances, such
as air (gas) or fluid, accumulate in the
abdomen causing outward expansion), dated
May 16, 2017.
5. Measure input and output every shift x 30
days, dated May 16, 2017.
6. Suprapubic site care, cleanse with normal
saline (salt solution), pat dry, cover with dry
dressing secure with paper tape daily.
7. Flush feeding tube with 250 ml of water
every shift, dated May 16, 2017.
8. Flush feeding tube with 50 ml of water before
and after administration of medication every
shift, dated May 16, 2017.
9. Diabeticsource (feeding formula)1.2 at 80 ml
per hour for 20 hours to provide 1600 ml/1920
Calories by G-Tube, dated May 16, 2017.
A review of Resident 21's weekly Total Intake
and Output (I&O) Record from May 16, 2017 to
June 5, 2017, indicated the resident's average
24-hour fluid intake ranges from 1300 to 1960
ml.
A review of Resident 21's physician's order
dated June 6, 2017 at 2 p.m., indicated to give
Gentamycin (antibiotic) 80 milligram (mg)
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intramuscular (IM, an injection of a medication
directly into muscle) every 12 hours for seven
days for UTI. At 4 p.m., another order was
received for oxygen at 10 liters per minute via
mask continuously due to desaturation (low
oxygen reading) and to transfer Resident 21 to
General Acute Care Hospital (GACH) via 911
(paramedics emergency phone number).
A review of Resident 21's GACH Progress
Note, dated July 2, 2017, indicated the
impression was sepsis (a potentially lifethreatening complication of an infection) due to
pneumonia - Extended Spectrum Beta (ß)
Lactamase (ESBL, enzymes produced by
many species of bacteria which destroy one or
more antibiotics) and pseudomonas (a
bacterium), and UTI - vancomycin resistant
enterococcus (VRE, type of bacteria called
enterococci that have developed resistance to
many antibiotics, especially Vancomycin) and
E. coli to the urine.
Resident 21 was admitted to GACH and
treated with IM antibiotics. Resident 21
returned to the facility on July 3, 2017, with
diagnoses that included UTI, Escherichia coli.
A review of Resident 21's care plan for prone to
develop UTI infection due to suprapubic
catheter initiated on July 21, 2017 and
reviewed on August 28, 2017, indicated the
interventions included offer/encourage fluid
intake and monitor intake and output every
shift.
A review of Resident 21's physician's orders
indicated the following:
1. Suprapubic catheter French 18/5 milliliters to
gravity drainage: Change monthly and as
needed (PRN) if clogged, leaking, and pulled
out, dated July 3, 2017.
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2. Change urinary catheter drainage bag every
two weeks, dated July 3, 2017.
3. Flush urinary catheter with 60 milliliters (ml)
of Acetic Acid 0.25 percent (%) solution every
day as needed if clogged or urinary retention,
dated July 3, 2017.
4. Monitor for sign and symptoms of UTI x 30
days. 1. Cloudy urine, 2. Foul odor, 3.
Hematuria (Blood in urine), 4. Fever, 5.
Abdominal distention, dated July 3, 2017.
5. Measure input and output every shift x 30
days, dated July 3, 2017.
6. Diabeticsource 1.2 at 60 ml per hour for 20
hours, dated July 3, 2017.
7. Flush feeding tube with 250 ml of water
every shift, dated July 3, 2017.
8. Flush feeding tube with 50 ml of water before
and after administration of medication every
shift, dated July 3, 2017.
9. Contact isolation of ESBL and VRE of
sputum (saliva and mucus coughed up) and
urine, dated July 3, 2017.
10. Ellura (a supplement used to prevent
urinary tract infections) 36 (mg by GT every
day for UTI prophylaxis (taken to prevent
disease), dated October 24, 2017.
A review of Resident 21's weekly Total Intake
and Output (I&O) Record from July 16, 2017 to
July 30, 2017, indicated the resident's average
24-hour fluid intake ranged from 2000 to 2500
ml. There was no I&O recorded from July 3 to
July 16, 2017, and no weekly I&O evaluation
from July 31, 2017 to August 6, 2017.
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A review of Resident 21's Nutritional
Assessment dated August 24, 2017,
September 28, 2017, and October 31, 2017,
indicated the estimated fluid need was
approximately 2000 ml, tube feeding total fluids
1061 cc plus add the total GT flushes.
On February 21, 2018 at 3:41 p.m., during an
interview and review of Resident 21's medical
record with the Director of Nurses (DON), the
DON was not able to provide the I&O record
from July 3 2017 to July 15, 2017. The DON
was not able to provide documentation that the
resident's UTI plan of care interventions were
updated to prevent reoccurrences of UTI.
There was no documentation that the
Registered Dietitian addressed Resident 21's
frequent UTI and the fluid need was
reassessed.
A review of Resident 21's physician's order
dated November 13, 2017 at 1:08 p.m.,
(second transferred to GACH in six months)
indicated to transfer Resident 21 to GACH via
911 due to altered level of consciousness.
A review of Resident 21's Urine Culture,
obtained November 14, 2017, before the
resident was discharged to the GACH,
indicated there was Escherichia coli in the
urine.
A review of Resident 21's GACH Progress
Note dated November 15, 2017, indicated the
assessment was sepsis secondary to
complicated UTI (indwelling suprapubic
catheter).
A review of Resident 21's Emergency
Department Note dated November 15, 2017 at
7:41 p.m., indicated Resident 21 was admitted
to the emergency room for altered level of
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consciousness and rectal temperature of 37.9
Centigrade (100.2 Fahrenheit) (An average
normal rectal temperature is 99.6°F (38°C).
A review of Resident 21's Urine Culture,
obtained November 21, 2017, indicated the
resident had E. coli. /ESBL present in the urine.
Resident 21 was admitted to GACH and
treated with IM antibiotics and returned to the
facility on November 21, 2017 with diagnoses
that included UTI, VRE of urine.
The resident had a physician's order dated
November 21, 2017 for suprapubic catheter
care, I&O, GTF flushes with 250 ml of water
every shift, flush feeding tube with 50 ml of
water before and after administration of
medication every shift and Ellura medication as
UTI prophylaxis.
A review of Resident 21's Care Plan for UTI,
Potential for Reoccurrence, due to suprapubic
catheter, dated November 21, 2017, indicated
a goal to resolve UTI and prevent reoccurrence
of infection. The interventions included to
administer medication as ordered and observe
for any signs/symptoms of adverse reaction, to
encourage changes in position to prevent
urinary stasis, and to encourage fluids as
tolerated to maintain adequate hydration.
A review of Resident 21's Nutritional
Assessment dated December 2, 2017 and
January 21, 2018, indicated fluid requirements
were approximately 2000 ml total.
A review the Interdisciplinary Team Conference
Record for May 22, 2018, July 12, 2017,
September 5, 2017, and December 6, 2017,
indicated Resident 21 was incontinent and had
a suprapubic catheter but there was no
interventions discussed to prevent
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reoccurrence of UTI.
A review of Resident 21's Licensed Personnel
Weekly Progress Notes dated December 22,
2017, indicated the resident was transferred to
GACH with fever.
A review of Resident 21's GACH consultation
report dated indicated has had recurrence UTI
due to his indwelling catheter. The resident was
readmitted back to the facility on December 24,
2014.
On February 22, 2018 at 7:52 a.m., during an
interview with Registered Nurse 1 (RN 1) and
the DON, both were unable to provide a reason
why the IDT did not provide any
intervention/recommendation on UTI
prevention. The DON stated the Registered
Dietician has not made any recommendations
regarding increasing fluids when Resident 21
has an active UTI or as a preventative measure
to prevent UTI. When asked how Resident 21
acquired E. coli to the urine when he was
readmitted November 21, 2018, the DON did
not provide an answer. The DON stated that
there needs to be more inservice training on
cleaning the resident.
b. A review of Resident 66's admission record
indicated the resident was admitted on
November 8, 2016 and readmitted July 17,
2017, with diagnoses that included urinary tract
infection (UTI, an infection of the kidney, ureter,
bladder, or urethra), stroke, and neurogenic
bladder (a problem in which a person lacks
bladder control due to a brain, spinal cord, or
nerve condition.)
A review of Resident 66's Minimum Data Set
(MDS, a comprehensive assessment and carescreening tool), dated February 3, 2018,
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indicated Resident 66 was moderately impaired
in cognition (mental processes) in daily
decision-making. Resident 3 was totally
dependent on two persons for bed mobility, and
one person total dependence for transfer,
dressing, eating, and toileting.
A review of Resident 66's Physician Orders
indicated the following:
1. Cranberry juice 8 ounces by mouth three
times a day with meals for UTI prophylaxis,
dated July 17, 2017.
2. Cranberry pill 450 mg by mouth twice a day
for UTI prophylaxis, dated January 19, 2018.
3. Flush suprapubic catheter with acetic acid
0.25%, 60 ml every day for foley care, dated
July 17, 2017.
4. Flush suprapubic catheter with acetic acid
0.25%, 60 ml as needed if catheter is clogged
or obstructed, dated July 17, 2017.
A review of Resident 66's Care Plan for Recent
UTI, initiated April 5, 2017, indicated a goal to
resolve UTI and prevent reoccurrence of
infection. One of the interventions was to
administer medications as ordered and observe
for any signs/symptoms of adverse reaction.
However, the medications to observe for are
not indicated.
During an observation on February 22, 2018 at
11:38 a.m., Resident 66's suprapubic catheter
bag was touching the floor and the suprapubic
catheter was not anchored to prevent
unnecessary pulling which can result in
catheter dislodgement.
A review of the Fundamentals of Nursing,
copyright 2004, p. 1277 , "Implementation of
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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DEFICIENCY)
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DATE
Foley Catheter", indicates the catheter bag
should be taped to the inside of a female
client's thigh or for a male, to tape the catheter
to the thigh or abdomen of a male client.
A review of the facilities policy and procedure
revised October 2012, for UTI indicated signs
and symptoms to monitor for. However, there
were no interventions specified for prevention
of UTI.
F758
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Free from Unnec Psychotropic Meds/PRN Use F758
CFR(s): 483.45(c)(3)(e)(1)-(5)
03/21/2018
§483.45(e) Psychotropic Drugs.
§483.45(c)(3) A psychotropic drug is any drug
that affects brain activities associated with
mental processes and behavior. These drugs
include, but are not limited to, drugs in the
following categories:
(i) Anti-psychotic;
(ii) Anti-depressant;
(iii) Anti-anxiety; and
(iv) Hypnotic
Based on a comprehensive assessment of a
resident, the facility must ensure that--§483.45(e)(1) Residents who have not used
psychotropic drugs are not given these drugs
unless the medication is necessary to treat a
specific condition as diagnosed and
documented in the clinical record;
§483.45(e)(2) Residents who use psychotropic
drugs receive gradual dose reductions, and
behavioral interventions, unless clinically
contraindicated, in an effort to discontinue
these drugs;
§483.45(e)(3) Residents do not receive
psychotropic drugs pursuant to a PRN order
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10158 Sunland Blvd
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unless that medication is necessary to treat a
diagnosed specific condition that is
documented in the clinical record; and
§483.45(e)(4) PRN orders for psychotropic
drugs are limited to 14 days. Except as
provided in §483.45(e)(5), if the attending
physician or prescribing practitioner believes
that it is appropriate for the PRN order to be
extended beyond 14 days, he or she should
document their rationale in the resident's
medical record and indicate the duration for the
PRN order.
§483.45(e)(5) PRN orders for anti-psychotic
drugs are limited to 14 days and cannot be
renewed unless the attending physician or
prescribing practitioner evaluates the resident
for the appropriateness of that medication.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to ensure a resident
was free from unnecessary drugs for one of 17
sampled residents (Residents 24) by failing to:
1. Monitor specific behavior manifestation
related to the resident's delusion that staff will
hurt the resident and monitor the episodes of
behavior according to the prescribed
antipsychotic (medication used to treat severe
mental illness) medication dose ordered.
2. Evaluate for the effectiveness and/or
ineffectiveness of Zyprexa-an antipsychotic
medication, before increasing the dose of the
medication instead of considering a gradual
dose reduction (GDR) of the medication.
These deficient practices had the potential to
result in over use of an antipsychotic
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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DEFICIENCY)
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medication, without monitoring for the
effectiveness and/or ineffective of the
medication and can lead to adverse drug
reactions.
Findings:
A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 24 was admitted to the facility on May
26, 2017, with diagnoses that included
Alzheimer's disease (a brain disorder that
affects the parts of the brain that control
thought, memory, and language) and brief
psychotic disorder (a sudden, short-term
display of psychotic behavior, such as
hallucinations or delusions).
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated December 6, 2017,
indicated Resident 24 had severely impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making.
A review of Resident 24's Physician's Order
indicate the following:
1. May 26, 2017 - Zyprexa 2.5 milligram (mg)
by mouth daily for psychosis manifested by
paranoia (the perception or suspicion that
others have hostile or aggressive motives in
interacting with them) that staff will hurt her
(resident).
2. June 18, 2017 - discontinue Zyprexa 5 mg
every morning and 2.5 mg at bedtime by
mouth. Zyprexa 5 mg every morning and at
bedtime for psychosis manifested by paranoia
that staff will hurt her (resident).
3. July 28, 2017 - Zyprexa 10 mg in the
morning and 5 mg at bedtime for psychosis
manifested by paranoia that staff will hurt her
(resident).
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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PREFIX
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
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A review of Resident 24's Psychotropic
Summary Sheet initiated on June 2, 2017,
indicated the following:
1. From June 2, 2017 to June 15, 2017,
indicated a total of two episodes and to
continue medication.
2. From June 16, 2017 to July 19, 2017,
indicated a total of 13 episodes and to continue
medication.
3. From July 20, 2017 to August 17, 2017,
indicated a total of 8 episodes and to continue
medication.
4. From August 18, 2017 to September 14,
2017, indicated zero episodes and to continue
medication.
5. From September 15, 2017 to October 19,
2017, indicated zero episodes and to continue
medication.
6. From October 20, 2017 to November 23,
2017, indicated zero episodes and to continue
medication.
7. From November 24, 2017 to December 21,
2017, indicated zero episodes and to continue
medication.
8. From December 22, 2017 to January 25,
2018, indicated zero episodes and to continue
medication.
On February 23, 2018 at 2:30 p.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 1 (RN 1) stated
she was not aware Resident 24's Psychotropic
Summary Sheet was not updated with the
latest dosage changed on July 28, 2017, and
that the monitoring did not reflect the specific
medication dose to ensure the effectiveness of
the new dose ordered.
A review of Resident 24's Interdisciplinary
Team (IDT-a coordinated group of experts from
several different fields ) Resident's Person
Centered Care Conference Record on June 6,
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
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ID
PREFIX
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2017, September 11, 2017, and December 14,
2017, indicated behavior and psych
medications were reviewed and discussed.
There was no recommendation made or
discussion indicated regarding GDR.
A review of Resident 24's Consultant
Pharmacist Progress Notes indicated the
Pharmacist conducted a drug regimen
reviewed every month from June 2017 to
February 2018.
On February 23, 2018 at 4:10 p.m., during an
interview, Pharmacist 1 when asked about
Resident 24's decreased episodes of behavior
from July 20, 2017, of eight episodes until
January 25, 2018, and of zero episodes for five
months consecutively, was GDR recommended
or attempted, Pharmacist 1 stated no and the
medication was most likely overlooked.
On February 27, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., during an
interview RN 2, when asked what specific
behavior did Resident 24 exhibit when the
resident was experiencing paranoia that staff
will hurt her, RN 2 stated the resident
mumbled, was scared of staff that she did not
know, or she grabbed or pushed staff away
even when she was unprovoked, and resident
was backing away from family. RN 2 stated
there should be monitoring for the specific
behavior. RN 2 stated the Pharmacist was not
part of the IDT meetings and GDR was not
discussed.
A review of Resident 24's Anti-Psychotic
Medication care plan goals initiated on
December 3, 2017, for a resident that has
episodes of psychosis manifested by paranoia
that staff will hurt her included that the resident
will not have more than two episodes of
psychosis. The approaches included to
monitor and document number of behavioral
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
(X4) ID
PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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episodes every shift, to monitor response to
medication as indicated, to assess the potential
cause of reason for the behavior, to evaluate
the effectiveness and side effects of medication
for possible reduction/discontinuation of
medication, and notify physician as needed.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure
revised date of April 2007, titled "Pharmacy
Services - Role of the Consultant Pharmacist,"
indicated the Consultant Pharmacist shall
provide consultation on all aspects of pharmacy
services in the facility, including participating on
the interdisciplinary team to address and
resolve medication-related needs or problems.
The Consultant Pharmacist will provide specific
activities related to medication regimen review
including appropriate communication of
information to prescribers and facility
leadership about potential or actual problems
related to any aspect of medications and
pharmacy services including medication
irregularities, and pertinent resident-specific
documentation in the medical record as
indicated.
F759
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Free of Medication Error Rts 5 Prcnt or More
CFR(s): 483.45(f)(1)
F759
03/21/2018
§483.45(f) Medication Errors.
The facility must ensure that its§483.45(f)(1) Medication error rates are not 5
percent or greater;
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility staff failed to ensure that it is
free of medication error rate of five percent or
greater as evidenced by the identification of
two medication errors out of 25 opportunities,
to yield a facility medication error rate of 8
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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PREFIX
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
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percent. The Licensed Nurse failed to
administer the full dosage of the medications
by gastrostomy tube (GT- a surgical procedure
for inserting a tube through the abdomen wall
and into the stomach) and to administer
medications by GT instead of by mouth for 1 of
seventeen sampled residents (Resident 41).
These deficient practices resulted in placing the
resident at risk for receiving less medication
than was ordered by the physician and resulted
in administering medication by the wrong route.
Findings:
a1. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 41 was admitted to the facility on
September 23, 2017, with diagnoses that
included gastrostomy.
A verification of the medication administered
with Resident 41's Physician's Order for
September 23, 2017, indicated the following:
1. Metoprolol tart 12.5 milligram (mg) via GT
two times a day for high blood pressure, hold
for systolic blood pressure (SBP-the maximum
arterial pressure during contraction of the left
ventricle of the heart) less than 110 mercury
and heart rate less than 60.
2. Multivitamin and minerals liquid 5 milliliters
(ml) via GT daily for supplement.
3. DSS (docusate sodium) 100 mg via GT daily
for constipation hold for loose stools.
4. Eliquis 5 mg via GT daily for atrial fibrillation
(irregular heart beat).
5. ASA (aspirin) 81 mg via GT daily for CVA
(cerebrovascular accident or stroke)
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
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Sunland, CA 91040
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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PREFIX
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PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
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prophylaxis (prevention).
For October 23, 2017, Resident 41's
Physician's Orders indicated the following:
6. Enalapril 5 mg GT two times a day for high
blood pressure, hold for systolic blood pressure
below 110 mercury.
For November 15, 2017, Resident 41's
Physician's Orders indicated the following:
7. Reglan 10 mg oral three times a day for
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
On February 21, 2018 at approximated 7:55
a.m., during a medication pass observation,
Licensed Vocational Nurse 2 (LVN 2) did not
rinse Resident 41's medicine cups with water
for six out of seven medication cups to ensure
the crushed medications were not left in the
cups.
On February 21, 2018 at 8:40 a.m., during an
interview, LVN 2 stated he should rinse each
cup with water to make sure all the medications
were given.
a2. A review of Resident 41's Physician's order
dated February 19, 2018, indicated:
1. Discontinue crushing all her meds and give
GT.
2. Crush all her meds, mix with apple sauce
and give by mouth per patient's request.
On February 23, 2018 at 1:30 p.m., during an
interview, LVN 2 stated he was not aware there
was an order for Resident 41 to discontinue
medication administration via GT and to
administer medication by mouth.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
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procedure titled "Enteral Tube Medication
Administration," indicated the medication cup is
rinsed with water to get all of the medication.
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Label/Store Drugs and Biologicals
CFR(s): 483.45(g)(h)(1)(2)
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§483.45(g) Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals
Drugs and biologicals used in the facility must
be labeled in accordance with currently
accepted professional principles, and include
the appropriate accessory and cautionary
instructions, and the expiration date when
applicable.
§483.45(h) Storage of Drugs and Biologicals
§483.45(h)(1) In accordance with State and
Federal laws, the facility must store all drugs
and biologicals in locked compartments under
proper temperature controls, and permit only
authorized personnel to have access to the
keys.
§483.45(h)(2) The facility must provide
separately locked, permanently affixed
compartments for storage of controlled drugs
listed in Schedule II of the Comprehensive
Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of
1976 and other drugs subject to abuse, except
when the facility uses single unit package drug
distribution systems in which the quantity
stored is minimal and a missing dose can be
readily detected.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to:
1. Have a system of monitoring the
temperature in medication storage areas
(cabinets) in Nurses' Station 1 and Station 2 for
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two out of two medication storage areas.
2. Ensure medications requiring refrigeration
were stored at proper temperature 36-46
degrees Fahrenheit (°F) in Station 2.
3. Ensure the temperature for the refrigerator,
where medications are stored was monitored
and recorded consistently in Station 2.
4. Ensure Emergency Kit (E-Kit) was replaced
within 72 hours in Station 2.
5. Ensure documentation of medication
removed from the E-Kit was recorded in Station
1.
6. Ensure medications from the E-Kit are used
for the residents and not for staff in Station 1.
This had a potential for the residents to receive
medications with improper efficacy due to
improper storage condition of medications
stored outside the required room temperature
range and potential to result in an insufficient
amount of medications on hand in case of
emergency and the potential to result in the
inability to identify drug diversion readily.
Findings:
On February 20, 2018 at 8:40 a.m., during an
observation of the medication storage area in
Nurse's Station 2, there were house supply
medications stored in the cabinet, the E-Kit had
a red tag, and there was no thermometer in the
Nurse's Station medication storage areas.
A review of the Nurse's Station 2 Emergency
Kit Sign-Out Log indicated on February 12,
2018, was the last time an entry was recorded
that the medication was removed from the EKit.
A review of Nurse's Station 2 Pharmacy Order
Sheet dated February 18, 2018, indicated a
request for oral E-Kit replacement.
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On February 20, 2018 at 8:50 a.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurses 2 (RN 2) stated
the red tag on the E-Kit meant the E-Kit was
opened and pharmacy was notified on
February 18, 2018 (six days after the
medication was removed), but no one followed
up to ensure a new E-Kit was delivered within
72 hours. RN 2 stated she was not aware that
there should be a thermometer in the Nurse's
Station to monitor the temperature of the
medications stored in the cabinet.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:10 a.m., an
observation of the medication storage area in
Nurse's Station 1, there were house supply
medications stored in the cabinet, the E-Kit had
a red tag, and there was no thermometer in the
Nurse's Station.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:12 a.m., during an
interview, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated
somebody took out medications from Nurse's
Station 1 E-Kit and did not document the
removal of the medication.
A review of the Emergency Kit Sign-Out Log for
Nurse's Station 1 with the DON, indicated the
E-Kit was last replaced on January 29, 2018.
A review of Nurse's Station 1 Pharmacy Order
Sheet dated February 15, 2018, indicate a
request for the E-Kit replacement.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:15 a.m., the DON
called the pharmacy and stated the E-Kit was
replace on February 15, 2018, at night and was
open again for an employee's use on February
17, 2018.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:20 a.m., the DON
performed an inventory count and found five of
six tablets of Azithromycin (antibiotic
medication) were missing from the E-Kit and
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stated the staff are not suppose to take
medications from the E-Kit for themselves or
for another staff member, it is for the residents'
use only.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:30 a.m., the DON
stated she was not aware that there should be
a thermometer in the Nurse's Station to monitor
the temperature of the medications stored in
the cabinet.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:48 a.m., the
refrigerator that stored the medications in
Station 2 was inside a cabinet and was
observed to have a temperature of 50 degrees
Fahrenheit (°F).
A review of the Refrigerator Control Log for the
month February 2018, indicated February 15,
16, and 20, did not have a temperature
recorded.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:50 a.m., during an
interview, the DON stated the temperature
should be between 36 to 46 °F.
On February 20, 2018 at 4:35 p.m., during an
interview, Licensed Vocational Nurse 4 (LVN 4)
stated she received a text from another
employee (LVN 5) requesting for Z-pack
(Azithromycin antibiotic medication) from the
pharmacy. LVN 4 stated the pharmacy
suggested to take the medication from the EKit and will deliver the new E-Kit the next day.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedure titled "Storage of Medications,"
indicated medications requiring storage at
"room temperature" are kept at temperatures
ranging from 59 °F to 86 °F. Medications
requiring "refrigeration" or "temperatures
between 36 °F and 46 °F" are kept in a
refrigerator with a thermometer to allow
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temperature monitoring.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedure titled "Emergency Pharmacy Service
and Emergency Kits," indicated the nurse
records the medication use on the Emergency
Kit Sign-Out Log and Drug Use Form. Fax or
call the pharmacy for the order and for the
replacement. A log book must be maintained
showing use of supply. If exchanging kits,
opened kits are replaced with sealed kits within
(72 hours) of opening.
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Hospice Services
CFR(s): 483.70(o)(1)-(4)
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§483.70(o) Hospice services.
§483.70(o)(1) A long-term care (LTC) facility
may do either of the following:
(i) Arrange for the provision of hospice services
through an agreement with one or more
Medicare-certified hospices.
(ii) Not arrange for the provision of hospice
services at the facility through an agreement
with a Medicare-certified hospice and assist the
resident in transferring to a facility that will
arrange for the provision of hospice services
when a resident requests a transfer.
§483.70(o)(2) If hospice care is furnished in an
LTC facility through an agreement as specified
in paragraph (o)(1)(i) of this section with a
hospice, the LTC facility must meet the
following requirements:
(i) Ensure that the hospice services meet
professional standards and principles that
apply to individuals providing services in the
facility, and to the timeliness of the services.
(ii) Have a written agreement with the hospice
that is signed by an authorized representative
of the hospice and an authorized
representative of the LTC facility before
hospice care is furnished to any resident. The
written agreement must set out at least the
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following:
(A) The services the hospice will provide.
(B) The hospice's responsibilities for
determining the appropriate hospice plan of
care as specified in §418.112 (d) of this
chapter.
(C) The services the LTC facility will continue to
provide based on each resident's plan of care.
(D) A communication process, including how
the communication will be documented
between the LTC facility and the hospice
provider, to ensure that the needs of the
resident are addressed and met 24 hours per
day.
(E) A provision that the LTC facility immediately
notifies the hospice about the following:
(1) A significant change in the resident's
physical, mental, social, or emotional status.
(2) Clinical complications that suggest a need
to alter the plan of care.
(3) A need to transfer the resident from the
facility for any condition.
(4) The resident's death.
(F) A provision stating that the hospice
assumes responsibility for determining the
appropriate course of hospice care, including
the determination to change the level of
services provided.
(G) An agreement that it is the LTC facility's
responsibility to furnish 24-hour room and
board care, meet the resident's personal care
and nursing needs in coordination with the
hospice representative, and ensure that the
level of care provided is appropriately based on
the individual resident's needs.
(H) A delineation of the hospice's
responsibilities, including but not limited to,
providing medical direction and management of
the patient; nursing; counseling (including
spiritual, dietary, and bereavement); social
work; providing medical supplies, durable
medical equipment, and drugs necessary for
the palliation of pain and symptoms associated
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with the terminal illness and related conditions;
and all other hospice services that are
necessary for the care of the resident's terminal
illness and related conditions.
(I) A provision that when the LTC facility
personnel are responsible for the
administration of prescribed therapies,
including those therapies determined
appropriate by the hospice and delineated in
the hospice plan of care, the LTC facility
personnel may administer the therapies where
permitted by State law and as specified by the
LTC facility.
(J) A provision stating that the LTC facility
must report all alleged violations involving
mistreatment, neglect, or verbal, mental,
sexual, and physical abuse, including injuries of
unknown source, and misappropriation of
patient property by hospice personnel, to the
hospice administrator immediately when the
LTC facility becomes aware of the alleged
violation.
(K) A delineation of the responsibilities of the
hospice and the LTC facility to provide
bereavement services to LTC facility staff.
§483.70(o)(3) Each LTC facility arranging for
the provision of hospice care under a written
agreement must designate a member of the
facility's interdisciplinary team who is
responsible for working with hospice
representatives to coordinate care to the
resident provided by the LTC facility staff and
hospice staff. The interdisciplinary team
member must have a clinical background,
function within their State scope of practice act,
and have the ability to assess the resident or
have access to someone that has the skills and
capabilities to assess the resident.
The designated interdisciplinary team member
is responsible for the following:
(i) Collaborating with hospice representatives
and coordinating LTC facility staff participation
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in the hospice care planning process for those
residents receiving these services.
(ii) Communicating with hospice
representatives and other healthcare providers
participating in the provision of care for the
terminal illness, related conditions, and other
conditions, to ensure quality of care for the
patient and family.
(iii) Ensuring that the LTC facility
communicates with the hospice medical
director, the patient's attending physician, and
other practitioners participating in the provision
of care to the patient as needed to coordinate
the hospice care with the medical care
provided by other physicians.
(iv) Obtaining the following information from the
hospice:
(A) The most recent hospice plan of care
specific to each patient.
(B) Hospice election form.
(C) Physician certification and recertification of
the terminal illness specific to each patient.
(D) Names and contact information for hospice
personnel involved in hospice care of each
patient.
(E) Instructions on how to access the hospice's
24-hour on-call system.
(F) Hospice medication information specific to
each patient.
(G) Hospice physician and attending physician
(if any) orders specific to each patient.
(v) Ensuring that the LTC facility staff provides
orientation in the policies and procedures of the
facility, including patient rights, appropriate
forms, and record keeping requirements, to
hospice staff furnishing care to LTC residents.
§483.70(o)(4) Each LTC facility providing
hospice care under a written agreement must
ensure that each resident's written plan of care
includes both the most recent hospice plan of
care and a description of the services furnished
by the LTC facility to attain or maintain the
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resident's highest practicable physical, mental,
and psychosocial well-being, as required at
§483.24.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure necessary
care was provided consistently for a resident
who was receiving hospice service (a program
designed to provide a caring environment for
meeting the physical and emotional needs of
the terminally ill) for two of 17 sample resident
(Resident 24 and 42), by failing to:
1. Provide skilled nursing services (hospice
licensed nurse) as ordered by the hospice
physician (Resident 42).
2. Provide skilled nursing services (hospice
licensed nurse and volunteer) as ordered by
the hospice physician (Resident 24).
3. Ensure that the hospice licensed nurses will
visit according to the hospice calendar provided
to the skilled nursing facility (Resident 24 and
42).
4. Collaborate with hospice representatives to
ensure the hospice plan of care was
implemented (Resident 24 and 42).
5. Ensure there is a designated staff to
coordinate the care and services provided by
the hospice and the facility (Resident 24 and
42).
These deficient practices had the potential to
result in a delay or lack of coordination in
delivery of hospice care and services to
residents.
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Findings:
a. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 24 was admitted to the facility on May
26, 2017, with diagnoses that included
Alzheimer's disease (a brain disorder that
affects the parts of the brain that control
thought, memory, and language).
A review of Resident 24's Physician's Order
dated May 26, 2017, indicated to admit the
resident to hospice care.
A review of Resident 24's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated December 6, 2017,
indicated the resident had severely impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making. The
MDS did not indicate hospice care was
provided.
A review of the IDG (Interdisciplinary Group)
Case Conference Calendar for year 2018,
indicated the meetings are held every other
Tuesday since January 9, 2018.
A review of Resident 24's Hospice POC (Plan
of Care) Summary dated February 6, 2018,
indicated the frequency of visits included the
hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to visit once
every two weeks and one visit as needed and
the volunteer to visit once a month and one
visit as needed.
A review of Resident 24's Nursing
Facility/Hospice Collaboration Plan of Care
dated February 12, 2018, indicated the
frequency of visits included the hospice
Registered Nurse (RN) to visit once every two
weeks and one visit as needed and the
volunteer to visit once a month and one visit as
needed.
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A review of Resident 24's hospice calendar for
February 2018, did not indicate visits for the
hospice RN and the volunteer.
On February 22, 2018 at 12:24 p.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) stated
she was unable to provide documented
evidence of when the hospice RN and
volunteer visited the resident, there was no
sign in sheet to ensure the services were
provided as ordered, the calendar did not
include the hospice RN and volunteer visit
schedule, and the IDG meetings report were
not provided to the facility for communication
between the facility staff and hospice regarding
Resident 24's care.
On February 22, 2018 at 4:30 p.m., during an
interview, the Director of Nursing stated the
facility does not have a designated staff to
coordinate the care with the hospice provider to
ensure the care and services were provided by
the hospice and the facility.
A review of the hospice and facility contract
indicated the hospice will assume full
responsibility for the scheduling of visits and/or
hours that the patient is to be seen by those
visiting the client. Under the section title
"Interdisciplinary Group Care Conferences"
indicated hospice will document
communications with skilled nursing facility to
ensure that the patient's needs are addressed
and met 24 hours a day.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 42 was admitted to the facility on
November 10, 2017, with diagnoses that
included Alzheimer's disease (a brain disorder
that affects the parts of the brain that control
thought, memory, and language).
A review of Resident 42's Physician's Order
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dated January 4, 2018, indicated an order to
admit the resident to hospice care.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - a
comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) dated January 5, 2018,
indicated Resident 42 had severely impaired
cognitive skills for daily decision making. The
MDS indicated hospice care was provided.
A review of the IDG (Interdisciplinary Group)
Case Conference Calendar for year 2018,
indicated the meetings are held every other
Tuesday since January 9, 2018.
A review of Resident 42's Nursing
Facility/Hospice Collaboration Plan of Care
dated January 9, 2018, indicated the frequency
of visits included the hospice Registered Nurse
(RN) to visit once every two weeks and one
additional visit as needed.
A review of Resident 42's Hospice POC (Plan
of Care) Summary dated February 6, 2018,
indicated the frequency of visits included the
hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to visit once
every two weeks and one additional visit as
needed.
A review of Resident 42's Hospice calendar for
February 2018, did not indicate visits for the
hospice RN.
On February 22, 2018 at 12:24 p.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) stated
she was unable to provide documented
evidence of when the hospice RN visited the
resident, there was no sign in sheet to ensure
the services were provided as ordered, the
calendar did not include the hospice RN
schedule, and the IDG meetings report was not
provided to the facility for communication
between the facility staff and hospice regarding
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Resident 42's care.
On February 22, 2018 at 4:30 p.m., during an
interview, the Director of Nursing stated the
facility does not have a designated staff to
coordinate the care with the hospice provider to
ensure the care and services was provided by
the hospice and the facility.
A review of the hospice and facility contract
indicated hospice will assume full responsibility
for the scheduling of visits and/or hours that the
patient is to be seen by those visiting the client.
The contract section titled "Interdisciplinary
Group Care Conferences" indicated hospice
will document communications with skilled
nursing facility to ensure that the patient's
needs are addressed and met 24 hours a day.
F880
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Infection Prevention & Control
CFR(s): 483.80(a)(1)(2)(4)(e)(f)
F880
04/11/2018
§483.80 Infection Control
The facility must establish and maintain an
infection prevention and control program
designed to provide a safe, sanitary and
comfortable environment and to help prevent
the development and transmission of
communicable diseases and infections.
§483.80(a) Infection prevention and control
program.
The facility must establish an infection
prevention and control program (IPCP) that
must include, at a minimum, the following
elements:
§483.80(a)(1) A system for preventing,
identifying, reporting, investigating, and
controlling infections and communicable
diseases for all residents, staff, volunteers,
visitors, and other individuals providing
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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services under a contractual arrangement
based upon the facility assessment conducted
according to §483.70(e) and following accepted
national standards;
§483.80(a)(2) Written standards, policies, and
procedures for the program, which must
include, but are not limited to:
(i) A system of surveillance designed to identify
possible communicable diseases or
infections before they can spread to other
persons in the facility;
(ii) When and to whom possible incidents of
communicable disease or infections should be
reported;
(iii) Standard and transmission-based
precautions to be followed to prevent spread of
infections;
(iv)When and how isolation should be used for
a resident; including but not limited to:
(A) The type and duration of the isolation,
depending upon the infectious agent or
organism involved, and
(B) A requirement that the isolation should be
the least restrictive possible for the resident
under the circumstances.
(v) The circumstances under which the facility
must prohibit employees with a communicable
disease or infected skin lesions from direct
contact with residents or their food, if direct
contact will transmit the disease; and
(vi)The hand hygiene procedures to be
followed by staff involved in direct resident
contact.
§483.80(a)(4) A system for recording incidents
identified under the facility's IPCP and the
corrective actions taken by the facility.
§483.80(e) Linens.
Personnel must handle, store, process, and
transport linens so as to prevent the spread of
infection.
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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§483.80(f) Annual review.
The facility will conduct an annual review of its
IPCP and update their program, as necessary.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility staff failed to observe
infection control measures for one of 17
sampled residents (Resident 10) and for one of
two randomly selected residents (RSR 65) by
failing to sanitize the sphygmomanometer
(equipment used to measure blood pressure)
cuff between resident's (Resident 10) and by
failing to wash hands between medication
administration (Resident 10 and RSR 65).
These deficient practices compromised
infection control measures to prevent the
potential spread of infections.
Findings:
On February 20, 2018 at 7:57 a.m., during a
medication pass observation, Licensed
Vocational Nurse 2 (LVN 2) stated he had
finished with the medication administration for
Resident 41. LVN 2 went to Resident 10's
room and started to check the resident's blood
pressure with the sphygmomanometer. LVN 2
did not wash his hands after the administration
of Resident 41's medication. LVN 2 did not
sanitize the blood pressure cuff before and
after use or between the residents.
On February 20, 2018 at 8:40 a.m., during an
interview, LVN 2 stated he should wash his
hands before and after medication
administration and sanitize the blood pressure
cuff before and after each resident's use.
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THE HILLS HEALTHCARE CENTER
10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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On February 20, 2018 at 8:47 a.m., during a
medication pass observation, LVN 3 was
documenting in the Medication Administration
Record (MAR) after the medication
administration to a Randomly Selected
Resident 9 (RSR 9). LVN 3 proceeded to RSR
65's for her next medication administration.
LVN 3 did not wash her hands after the
administration of RSR 9's medication and the
start of the medication administration for RSR
65.
On February 20, 2018 at 9:43 a.m., during an
interview, LVN 3 stated she thought she used
gel (alcohol base) on her hands before and
after medication administration.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedure titled "Handwashing," indicated
appropriate ten to fifteen seconds handwashing
must be performed under the following
conditions that included before preparing or
handling medications, after handling items
potentially contaminated with any resident's
blood, excretions, or secretions, and upon
completion of duty.
F912
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Bedrooms Measure at Least 80 Sq Ft/Resident F912
CFR(s): 483.90(e)(1)(ii)
§483.90(e)(1)(ii) Measure at least 80 square
feet per resident in multiple resident bedrooms,
and at least 100 square feet in single resident
rooms;
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to meet the required
room size of 80 square feet for 15 of 28
resident rooms in multiple resident bedrooms.
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10158 Sunland Blvd
Sunland, CA 91040
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This deficient practice had the potential to
result in inadequate space to provide safe
nursing care and privacy for the resident.
Findings:
During the general observation of the facility
from February 20, 2018 to February 27, 2018,
the facility had rooms that measured less than
80 square feet per resident in multiple
residents' bedroom.
A review of the Client Accommodations
Analysis indicated the following:
Room No: Room Sq. Footage: Resident
Capacity: Square Ft. Per
1 156 2 78
2 156 2 78
7 228 3 76
8 228 3 76
9 228 3 76
10 228 3 76
11 228 3 76
12 228 3 76
14 228 3 76
15 228 3 76
16 228 3 76
17 228 3 76
18 228 3 76
19 228 3 76
21 228 3 76
A review of the facility's request for Room Size
Waiver dated February 23, 2018, indicated a
request for room waiver for Rooms 1, 2, 7, 8, 9,
10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 21.
The waiver letter indicated there is still enough
space to provide for each resident's care,
dignity and privacy. The rooms are in
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accordance with the special needs of residents
and will not have an adverse effect on the
residents' health and safety or impeded the
ability of any resident in the room to attain
his/her highest practicable well-being.
During the observation from February 20, 2018
through February 27, 2018, there was ample
space to provide care to the residents in the
rooms, and ample space to move freely inside
the rooms.
During the Group Interview on February 21,
2018 at 11:00 a.m., alert residents did not have
any issues with their room size.
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