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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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INITIAL COMMENTS
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The following reflects the findings of the
Department of Public Health during a
Recertification Survey.
Representing the Department of Public Health:
Surveyor I.D. Number : 27787, HFEN
Surveyor I.D. Number : 34659, HFEN
Surveyor I.D. Number : 38310, HFEN
Surveyor I.D. Number : 38469, HFEN
Surveyor I.D. Number : 38700, HFEN Trainee
Resident Census : 186
Resident Sample : 35
Highest Severity and Scope = G
F557
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Respect, Dignity/Right to have Prsnl Property
CFR(s): 483.10(e)(2)
F557
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§483.10(e) Respect and Dignity.
The resident has a right to be treated with
respect and dignity, including:
§483.10(e)(2) The right to retain and use
personal possessions, including furnishings,
and clothing, as space permits, unless to do so
would infringe upon the rights or health and
safety of other residents.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to maintain the respect
and dignity of one of 35 sampled residents
(Resident 181). This had the potential to result
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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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in psychological harm.
Findings:
A review of the Admission Record dated
December 18, 2017, indicated Resident 181
was admitted to the facility on November 29,
2017, with the diagnosis of epilepsy (a disorder
in which nerve cell activity in the brain is
disturbed, causing seizures), Bipolar disorder
(a disorder associated with episodes of mood
swings ranging from depressive lows to manic
highs) and difficulty walking.
A review of History and Physical dated
November 29, 2017, indicated Resident 181
does not have the capacity to understand and
make decisions.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS-a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated October 11, 2017, indicated
Resident 181's cognitive skills for daily decision
making was severely impaired, required limited
to extensive assistance by staff for activities of
daily living (ADL's), was always incontinent of
bladder and frequently incontinent of bowels.
On December 19, 2017 04:56 PM during the
Initial Tour, Resident 181 was observed sitting
in a wheelchair in the hallway with both feet up
on the seat of the wheelchair wearing a
hospital gown and exposing his brief. During
concurrent observation and interview with
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 4, when
asked if it was okay for the resident to expose
himself, LVN 4 stated it wasn't okay. LVN 4
looked for another nurse to provide additional
clothing on Resident 181, such as pants, in
order to prevent the resident from exposing
himself.
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CFR(s): 483.10(e)(1), 483.12(a)(2)
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Los Angeles, CA 90006
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§483.10(e) Respect and Dignity.
The resident has a right to be treated with
respect and dignity, including:
§483.10(e)(1) The right to be free from any
physical or chemical restraints imposed for
purposes of discipline or convenience, and not
required to treat the resident's medical
symptoms, consistent with §483.12(a)(2).
§483.12
The resident has the right to be free from
abuse, neglect, misappropriation of resident
property, and exploitation as defined in this
subpart. This includes but is not limited to
freedom from corporal punishment, involuntary
seclusion and any physical or chemical
restraint not required to treat the resident's
medical symptoms.
§483.12(a) The facility must§483.12(a)(2) Ensure that the resident is free
from physical or chemical restraints imposed
for purposes of discipline or convenience and
that are not required to treat the resident's
medical symptoms. When the use of restraints
is indicated, the facility must use the least
restrictive alternative for the least amount of
time and document ongoing re-evaluation of
the need for restraints.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to follow physician's
orders for the use of physical restraints for
three of 35 sampled residents (Residents 48,
106, and 388).
These deficient practices had the potential to
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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result in psychological and physical harm to the
residents.
Findings:
a. A review of the Admission Record indicated
Resident 48 was admitted to the facility on
June 28, 2017 with the diagnosis of
Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the central
nervous system that affects movement, often
including tremors), and seizure disorder
(epilepsy - a disorder in which nerve cell
activity in the brain is disturbed).
A review of the Order Summary Report dated
December 1, 2017, indicated Resident 48 was
to have one full side rail up and locked when in
bed for safety and positioning due to
Parkinson's disease and dementia. The report
indicated Informed Consent was obtained from
the responsible party after explanation of the
risks and benefits, and verified with physician.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated October 10, 2017, indicated
Resident 48's cognitive skills for daily decision
making was severely impaired, required limited
assistance and one-person physical assistance
from staff for activities of daily living and was
always continent of bowel and bladder.
A review of the Physical Restraint Assessment
and Reduction Tool dated June 28, 2017, July
7, 2017 and October 10, 2017, indicated
Resident 48 had generalized weakness, was
depressed and confused, had seizure disorder
and dementia. The less restrictive measures
tried and found ineffective for Resident 48 were
positioning pillows, anticipate needs, safety
reminders and encourage with activities. The
assessment indicated the IDT recommended
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Los Angeles, CA 90006
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use of one side rail up as an enabler on June
28, 2017. On July 7, 2017, the IDT determined
the use of one full side rail up and locked while
Resident 48 was in bed to manage safety and
positioning. On October 10, 2017, the
assessment recorded the IDT decided to
continue one full side rails up and locked while
Resident 48 was in bed in order to maintain
safety and position because positioning pillows,
visual and verbal cues and anticipating needs
were determined to be ineffective in managing
safety or positioning.
A review of the care plan for Physical Restraint
in Use dated July 17, 2017, indicated Resident
48 was at risk for decreased mobility,
decreased physical functioning, contracture
development, behavioral problem, incontinence
and pressure sores with one side rail up when
in bed for safety, balance and positioning.
On December 21, 2017, Resident 48's bed was
observed in bed with both full side rails up.
b. Resident 106 was admitted to the facility on
August 3, 2017, with the diagnosis of
cerebrovascular disease (stroke - damage to
the brain from interruption of its blood supply),
dementia (a group of thinking and social
symptoms that interferes with daily functioning),
and had dysphagia (difficulty swallowing foods
or liquids), and required a gastrostomy tube
(GT- a feeding tube, a medical device used to
provide nutrition to patients who cannot obtain
nutrition by mouth).
A review of the History and Physical dated
August 9, 2017, indicated Resident 106 did not
have the capacity to understand and make
decisions.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
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standardized assessment and care screening
tool)dated November 9, 2017, indicated
Resident 106's cognitive skills for daily decision
making were severely impaired, required
extensive assistance from staff for activities of
daily living and was totally dependent from staff
for eating.
A review of Resident 106's Order Summary
Report dated November 23, 2017, indicated the
physician ordered bilateral upper side rails up
when in bed and had involuntary movement by
gravity due to elevated head of the bed for the
management and provision of enteral feeding.
The report indicated an informed consent was
signed by the responsible party.
A review of Resident 106's care plan for
Physical restraint in use dated November 25,
2017, indicated Resident 106 had bilateral
upper side rails due to head of the bed (HOB)
elevation with gastrostomy tube use for
feeding, in order to prevent or reduce injury or
falls.
During the initial tour on December 20, 2017 at
3:34 p.m., Resident 106 was observed lying in
bed with the HOB elevated, gastrostomy tube
feeding infusing and four side rails up.
On December 22, 2017 at 10:31 a.m., during
observation Resident 106 was in bed with four
side rails up. In a concurrent interview with
Licensed Vocational Nurse 4 (LVN 4) and LVN
8, and when asked, both LVN 4 and LVN 8
stated there should have only been two side
rails up - the upper side rails - instead of four
side rails up.
c. A review of the Admission indicated Resident
388 was admitted to the facility on August 30,
2017, with the diagnosis of pneumonia (lung
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inflammation), dementia (a group of thinking
and social symptoms that interferes with daily
functioning), ischemic cardiomyopathy (a
condition caused by a narrowing of the
coronary arteries which supply blood to the
heart) and generalized muscle weakness.
A review of Order Summary Report dated
December 1, 2017, indicated the physician
ordered bilateral upper half side rails to be up
when resident is in bed for positioning and
ease of mobility and as an enabler when in
bed. The order indicated an informed consent
was obtained from Resident 388's responsible
party.
A review of the Informed Consent dated August
30, 2017 indicated consent for the use of 1/2
side rails up when in bed was signed by the
resident's guardian after the physician gave an
informed consent.
A review of Physical Restraint Assessment
dated August 30, 2017, indicated Resident
388's diagnosis of muscle weakness was the
medical symptom that warranted restraint use
of bilateral upper ½ side rails up when resident
is in bed to prevent falls, to prevent injury, to
maintain proper position while in bed and to
increase independence with self-positioning.
Less restrictive measure were tried and were
ineffective. The assessment indicated the IDT
recommended the use of bilateral ½ side rails
to be up when resident is in bed for positioning
and mobility, as an enable when in bed due to
diagnosis of muscle weakness. The Physical
Restraint Assessment dated December 13,
2017, indicated the use of bilateral ½ side rails
up when resident was in bed was appropriate
and necessary to manage safety.
A review of the care plan dated December 22,
2017, indicated Resident 388 had bilateral ½
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side rails up when in bed for positioning and
ease of mobility and as an enabler when in
bed, to prevent or reduce incident of injury or
falls.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated December 13, 2017, indicated
Resident 388's cognitive skills for daily decision
making was severely impaired, and the
resident required limited and extensive
assistance by staff for activities of daily living,
and was always incontinent of bowel and
bladder.
On December 22, 2017, Resident 388's bed
was observed with bilateral full side rails.
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§483.10(e) Respect and Dignity.
The resident has a right to be treated with
respect and dignity, including:
§483.10(e)(1) The right to be free from any
physical or chemical restraints imposed for
purposes of discipline or convenience, and not
required to treat the resident's medical
symptoms, consistent with §483.12(a)(2).
§483.12
The resident has the right to be free from
abuse, neglect, misappropriation of resident
property, and exploitation as defined in this
subpart. This includes but is not limited to
freedom from corporal punishment, involuntary
seclusion and any physical or chemical
restraint not required to treat the resident's
medical symptoms.
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§483.12(a)(2) Ensure that the resident is free
from physical or chemical restraints imposed
for purposes of discipline or convenience and
that are not required to treat the resident's
medical symptoms. When the use of restraints
is indicated, the facility must use the least
restrictive alternative for the least amount of
time and document ongoing re-evaluation of
the need for restraints.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to follow physician's
orders for the use of physical restraints for
three of 35 sampled residents (Residents 48,
106, and 388).
These deficient practices had the potential to
result in psychological and physical harm to the
residents.
Findings:
a. A review of the Admission Record indicated
Resident 48 was admitted to the facility on
June 28, 2017 with the diagnosis of
Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the central
nervous system that affects movement, often
including tremors), and seizure disorder
(epilepsy - a disorder in which nerve cell
activity in the brain is disturbed).
A review of the Order Summary Report dated
December 1, 2017, indicated Resident 48 was
to have one full side rail up and locked when in
bed for safety and positioning due to
Parkinson's disease and dementia. The report
indicated Informed Consent was obtained from
the responsible party after explanation of the
risks and benefits, and verified with physician.
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1240 S Hoover St
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A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated October 10, 2017, indicated
Resident 48's cognitive skills for daily decision
making was severely impaired, required limited
assistance and one-person physical assistance
from staff for activities of daily living and was
always continent of bowel and bladder.
A review of the Physical Restraint Assessment
and Reduction Tool dated June 28, 2017, July
7, 2017 and October 10, 2017, indicated
Resident 48 had generalized weakness, was
depressed and confused, had seizure disorder
and dementia. The less restrictive measures
tried and found ineffective for Resident 48 were
positioning pillows, anticipate needs, safety
reminders and encourage with activities. The
assessment indicated the IDT recommended
use of one side rail up as an enabler on June
28, 2017. On July 7, 2017, the IDT determined
the use of one full side rail up and locked while
Resident 48 was in bed to manage safety and
positioning. On October 10, 2017, the
assessment recorded the IDT decided to
continue one full side rails up and locked while
Resident 48 was in bed in order to maintain
safety and position because positioning pillows,
visual and verbal cues and anticipating needs
were determined to be ineffective in managing
safety or positioning.
A review of the care plan for Physical Restraint
in Use dated July 17, 2017, indicated Resident
48 was at risk for decreased mobility,
decreased physical functioning, contracture
development, behavioral problem, incontinence
and pressure sores with one side rail up when
in bed for safety, balance and positioning.
On December 21, 2017, Resident 48's bed was
observed in bed with both full side rails up.
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b. Resident 106 was admitted to the facility on
August 3, 2017, with the diagnosis of
cerebrovascular disease (stroke - damage to
the brain from interruption of its blood supply),
dementia (a group of thinking and social
symptoms that interferes with daily functioning),
and had dysphagia (difficulty swallowing foods
or liquids), and required a gastrostomy tube
(GT- a feeding tube, a medical device used to
provide nutrition to patients who cannot obtain
nutrition by mouth).
A review of the History and Physical dated
August 9, 2017, indicated Resident 106 did not
have the capacity to understand and make
decisions.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool)dated November 9, 2017, indicated
Resident 106's cognitive skills for daily decision
making were severely impaired, required
extensive assistance from staff for activities of
daily living and was totally dependent from staff
for eating.
A review of Resident 106's Order Summary
Report dated November 23, 2017, indicated the
physician ordered bilateral upper side rails up
when in bed and had involuntary movement by
gravity due to elevated head of the bed for the
management and provision of enteral feeding.
The report indicated an informed consent was
signed by the responsible party.
A review of Resident 106's care plan for
Physical restraint in use dated November 25,
2017, indicated Resident 106 had bilateral
upper side rails due to head of the bed (HOB)
elevation with gastrostomy tube use for
feeding, in order to prevent or reduce injury or
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falls.
During the initial tour on December 20, 2017 at
3:34 p.m., Resident 106 was observed lying in
bed with the HOB elevated, gastrostomy tube
feeding infusing and four side rails up.
On December 22, 2017 at 10:31 a.m., during
observation Resident 106 was in bed with four
side rails up. In a concurrent interview with
Licensed Vocational Nurse 4 (LVN 4) and LVN
8, and when asked, both LVN 4 and LVN 8
stated there should have only been two side
rails up - the upper side rails - instead of four
side rails up.
c. A review of the Admission indicated Resident
388 was admitted to the facility on August 30,
2017, with the diagnosis of pneumonia (lung
inflammation), dementia (a group of thinking
and social symptoms that interferes with daily
functioning), ischemic cardiomyopathy (a
condition caused by a narrowing of the
coronary arteries which supply blood to the
heart) and generalized muscle weakness.
A review of Order Summary Report dated
December 1, 2017, indicated the physician
ordered bilateral upper half side rails to be up
when resident is in bed for positioning and
ease of mobility and as an enabler when in
bed. The order indicated an informed consent
was obtained from Resident 388's responsible
party.
A review of the Informed Consent dated August
30, 2017 indicated consent for the use of 1/2
side rails up when in bed was signed by the
resident's guardian after the physician gave an
informed consent.
A review of Physical Restraint Assessment
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dated August 30, 2017, indicated Resident
388's diagnosis of muscle weakness was the
medical symptom that warranted restraint use
of bilateral upper ½ side rails up when resident
is in bed to prevent falls, to prevent injury, to
maintain proper position while in bed and to
increase independence with self-positioning.
Less restrictive measure were tried and were
ineffective. The assessment indicated the IDT
recommended the use of bilateral ½ side rails
to be up when resident is in bed for positioning
and mobility, as an enable when in bed due to
diagnosis of muscle weakness. The Physical
Restraint Assessment dated December 13,
2017, indicated the use of bilateral ½ side rails
up when resident was in bed was appropriate
and necessary to manage safety.
A review of the care plan dated December 22,
2017, indicated Resident 388 had bilateral ½
side rails up when in bed for positioning and
ease of mobility and as an enabler when in
bed, to prevent or reduce incident of injury or
falls.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated December 13, 2017, indicated
Resident 388's cognitive skills for daily decision
making was severely impaired, and the
resident required limited and extensive
assistance by staff for activities of daily living,
and was always incontinent of bowel and
bladder.
On December 22, 2017, Resident 388's bed
was observed with bilateral full side rails.
F641
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CFR(s): 483.20(g)
F641
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§483.20(g) Accuracy of Assessments.
The assessment must accurately reflect the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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resident's status.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the nursing staff failed to ensure the
residents' Minimum Data Set (MDS comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool) accurately reflected the actual
oral (mouth) and dental status for two of 35
sampled residents (Resident 72 and Resident
120).
This deficient practice resulted to residents not
receiving necessary dental care.
Cross reference F745, F600, and F684.
Findings:
a. On December 19, 2017, at 1:58 p.m., during
initial tour of the facility, Resident 72 was
observed sitting on the bed. Resident 72 stated
did not have his bottom teeth. Resident 72 was
observed with no bottom teeth.
A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 72 was admitted on October 5, 2017,
with diagnoses that included diabetes mellitus
(a group of diseases that result in too much
sugar in the blood), and hypertension (high
blood pressure).
A review of Resident 72's MDS dated October
12, 2017 indicated the resident was cognitively
(relating to the process of acquiring knowledge
and understanding) intact. The MDS indicated
Resident 3 was assessed as having no dental
issues.
A review of a "Multidisciplinary Progress
Record" dated October 10, 2017, indicated
Resident 17 was edentulous (lacking teeth).
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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A review of the care plan initiated on October
20, 2017, indicated Resident 72 had alteration
in oral/dental status secondary to being
edentulous on lower part.
On December 22, 2017 at 12:34 p.m., during
an interview and record review, the MDS Nurse
Coordinator confirmed that the MDS under
Oral/Dental was not coded correctly, as it
indicated the resident had no dental issues.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 120 was admitted on May 18, 2015,
with diagnoses that included diabetes mellitus
(a group of diseases that result in too much
sugar in the blood), and hypertension (high
blood pressure).
A review of Resident 120's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
screening tool), dated November 26, 2017,
indicated Resident 120's cognitive status
(relating to the process of acquiring knowledge
and understanding) moderately impaired. The
MDS Oral/Dental Status indicated Resident
120 was assessed as not having any dental
issues.
A review of Resident 120's physician's order
dated July 9, 2017, indicated dental consult
and treatment as needed for dental problems.
A review of the Admission Assessment dated
July 9, 2017 and reassessment dated July 10,
2017, completed by a licensed nurse indicated
Resident 120 had missing and broken teeth.
A review of Resident 120's "Oral/Dental
Assessment" dated July 9, 2017, indicated
Resident 120 had missing teeth.
On December 22, 2017 at 10:24 a.m., during
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an interview, the MDS Nurse-Licensed
Vocational Nurse 2 (LVN 2) stated he did the
coding of Resident 120's MDS. LVN 2 stated
the MDS was incorrect as it did not reflect the
resident's actual oral and dental status. LVN 2
stated there was "a lack of focus" on his part
and that was the reason why the coding was
inaccurate.
On December 22, 2017 at 10:37 a.m., during
an interview the MDS Coordinator/LVN 3
confirmed that the oral and dental section of
the MDS was not coded accurately because
Resident 120's Oral/Dental Assessment
indicated he had missing and broken teeth.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedure titled "Oral/Dental Assessment,"
indicated that the facility will conduct an initial
exam of oral cavity teeth and/or dentures to
identify oral conditions. The policy also
indicated the Oral/Dental Assessment Form will
be utilized for initial oral/dental exam and
Section L of the MDS will be completed
subsequently.
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CFR(s): 483.21(b)(1)
01/18/2018
§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
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
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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 an
individualized care plan for 2 of 35 sample
residents (Resident 120 and Resident 72) who
were assessed as having dental problems.
These deficient practices resulted to failure in
the delivery of necessary care and services.
Findings:
a. A review of the admission record indicated
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Resident 120 was initially admitted to the
facility May 18, 2015 and readmitted in July 9,
2017 with diagnoses that included diabetes
mellitus (a group of diseases that result in too
much sugar in the blood), and hypertension
(high blood pressure).
On December 19, 2017 at 1:13 p.m. during
initial tour of the facility, Resident 120 stated he
had a tooth ache and it has been hurting for
three months. Resident 120 stated the dentist
came but did not remove the tooth.
A review of Resident 120's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool), dated November 26, 2017
indicated Resident 120 cognitive (relating to the
process of acquiring knowledge and
understanding) status was moderately
impaired. Resident 120 was assessed as not
having any dental issues.
A review of Resident 120's care plan initiated in
May 28, 2015 and revised on November 26,
2017, indicated Resident 120 had alteration in
oral/dental status secondary to resident having
some missing natural teeth. However, the care
plan did not address Resident 120's chronic
moderate peritonitis (a serious gum infection
that damages the soft tissue and bone that
supports the tooth) and pain.
A review of Resident 120's physician's order
dated July 9, 2017, indicated dental consult
and treatment as needed for dental problems.
A review of "Dental Notes" dated February 8,
2017, completed by the facility dentist,
indicated Resident 120's tooth #12 (a tooth in
the left upper jaw) had sharp edges, bothering
resident and he wanted it out.
A review of Resident 120's "Dental Notes"
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dated May 2, 2017, documented by the facility
dentist, indicated Resident 120 had chronic
moderate periodontitis.
On December 21, 2017 at 10:50 in the
presence of CNA 5 and CNA 6, Resident 120
repeated that he had been having tooth ache.
A review of Resident 120's "Multidisciplinary
Progress Record" dated December 11, 2017,
indicated Resident 120 "complained about oral
pain," will refer to dentist ASAP (as soon as
possible)."
On December 21, 2017 at 11:13 a.m. during an
interview the SSD stated Resident 120
complained of pain on December 11, 2017.
During a follow up interview, SSD stated she
did not communicate with licensed staff
regarding the pain but just faxed the order for
the dentist to see the resident. However, the
SSD did not follow up and the resident was not
seen until December 22, 2017, after the
Evaluator inquired.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 72 was initially admitted on October
5, 2017, with diagnoses that included diabetes
mellitus (high blood sugar) and hypertension
(high blood pressure).
On December 19, 2017 at 1:58 p.m., during
initial tour of the facility, Resident 72 was
observed sitting on the bed. Resident 72
stated he had difficulty eating certain food
because he does not have his bottom teeth and
was told he could not afford dentures.
Resident 72 was observed with no bottom
teeth.
A review of Resident 72's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
screening tool), dated October 12, 2017
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indicated the resident was cognitively (relating
to the process of acquiring knowledge and
understanding) intact. The MDS indicated
Resident 72 was assessed as having no dental
issues.
A review of a document titled "Multidisciplinary
Progress Record" dated October 10, 2017,
indicated Resident 17 was edentulous.
A review of the care plan initiated on October
20, 2017, indicated Resident 72 had alteration
in oral/dental status secondary to being
edentulous on lower part and uses dentures or
partials. The care plan did not mention a goal
or intervention for the missing bottom teeth.
On December 22, 2017 at 10:19 a.m., during
an interview LVN 2 stated regarding the oral
and dental care plans for both Resident 72 and
Resident 120, the goal and interventions were
not specific to the residents. LVN 2 stated the
care plan should be "patient centered" and
should reflect the resident's status.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedures titled "The Resident Care Plan"
indicated the objective of the care plan is to
provide an individualized nursing care and to
promote continuity of resident care. The policy
indicated the care plan includes identification of
medical, nursing and psychosocial needs,
goals stated in measurable/observable terms,
approaches to meet the goals, and
reassessment and changes as needed to
reflect current status.
F679
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CFR(s): 483.24(c)(1)
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§483.24(c)(1) The facility must provide, based
on the comprehensive assessment and care
plan and the preferences of each resident, an
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ongoing program to support residents in their
choice of activities, both facility-sponsored
group and individual activities and independent
activities, designed to meet the interests of and
support the physical, mental, and psychosocial
well-being of each resident, encouraging both
independence and interaction in the
community.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to provide on-going
activities based on comprehensive assessment
and preferences for one of 35 sampled
residents (Resident 106).
This had the potential to result in a the lack of
physical, cognitive, emotional and psychosocial
health and well-being.
Findings:
A review of Resident 106's admission
information indicated the resident was admitted
to the facility on August 3, 2017, with the
diagnosis of cerebrovascular disease (stroke damage to the brain from interruption of its
blood supply), dementia (a group of thinking
and social symptoms that interferes with daily
functioning), and had dysphagia (difficulty
swallowing foods or liquids) and required a
gastrostomy tube (GT- a feeding tube, a
medical device used to provide nutrition to
patients who cannot obtain nutrition by mouth).
A review of the History and Physical dated
August 9, 2017, indicated Resident 106 did not
have the capacity to understand and make
decisions.
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
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Los Angeles, CA 90006
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standardized assessment and care screening
tool), dated November 9, 2017, indicated
Resident 106's cognitive skills for daily decision
making was severely impaired, required
extensive assistance from staff for activities of
daily living and was totally dependent from staff
for eating.
On December 20, 2017 at 8:59 a.m. during
initial tour, Resident 106 was observed lying in
bed wearing a hospital gown with winter
holiday music playing at the bedside. The
bulletin board was decorated with Resident
106's birthday greeting, and the wall at the
head of the bed had a spring season rabbit
decoration.
On December 22, 2017 at 10:25 a.m., Resident
106 was observed lying in bed with no holiday
music playing. During interview Certified
Nursing Attendant 7 (CNA 7), was asked when
was the last time Resident 106 was taken to
the Activities Room. CNA 7 stated she did not
know. CNA 7 stated it was difficult to change
Resident 106's position in the geriatric chair
every two hours during activities. During an
interview Licensed Vocational Nurse 4 (LVN 4),
stated Resident 106 was on a turning schedule
and it is difficult to turn resident on the geriatric
chair for activities, that's why he hasn't been
taken to activities in a while.
On December 22, 2017 at 11:30 a.m., during
an interview the Activities Director (AD), when
asked who is in charge of the bulletin board in
the residents' rooms, stated he was. The AD
observed the spring season rabbit decoration
hanging on the wall of Resident 106's room.
When asked how does he assess the resident's
likes, dislikes and preferences of activities, and
was Resident 106's family consulted, the AD
stated he does a "random assessment" to
determine what he thought the resident might
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like. The AD stated he did not consult with the
family to fully assess.
F684
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Quality of Care
CFR(s): 483.25
F684
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§ 483.25 Quality of care
Quality of care is a fundamental principle that
applies to all treatment and care provided to
facility residents. Based on the comprehensive
assessment of a resident, the facility must
ensure that residents receive treatment and
care in accordance with professional standards
of practice, the comprehensive personcentered care plan, and the residents' choices.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review the facility failed to implement the care
plan for one of 35 sampled residents. For
Resident 80, the facility failed to continue
monitoring for sudden pain, redness or swelling
of the right hand and to encourage resident to
do mild exercises as tolerated.
Findings:
On December 19, 2017 at approximately 1:30
p.m., during initial tour of the facility Resident
80 complained about right hand pain. Resident
80 was observed closing his hand but was
unable to make a fist and stated he does not do
any exercises on his right hand. Resident 80
denied any falls.
A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 80 was admitted on January 27,
2017, with diagnoses that included muscle
weakness, and diabetes (a group of diseases
that result in too much sugar in the blood).
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A review of Resident 80's document titled COC
(change of condition) Interact Assessment
Form -a communication tool, indicated on
September 25, 2017 at 8:00 a.m., Resident 80
complained of pain of the right hand. The
document also indicated Resident 80 had
swelling and was unable to completely "close
his fingers".
On December 22, 2017 at 11:51 a.m., Resident
80 was observed lying in bed, watching
television. In a concurrent interview, Resident
80 stated his right hand was hurting and he is
unable to make a fist but nothing was being
done.
A review of Resident 80's document titled
"Radiology Report" indicated an x-ray of the
right hand was done on September 26, 2017.
The results indicated Resident 80 had soft
tissue swelling and osteopenia (a condition that
occurs when the body doesn't make new bone
as quickly as it reabsorbs old bone).
A review of Resident 80's care plan initiated on
September 26, 2017. indicated Resident 80
was at risk for sudden acute pain to any upper
extremity, swelling and tenderness, and
redness The goal was to reduce the risk for
pain daily for 90 days. The interventions
included monitoring for sudden acute pain,
redness, swelling, tenderness and guarded
movement, and to encouraging the resident to
do mild exercise as tolerated and within joint
limitation.
A review of Resident 80's Nurses Progress
Record from September 25, to 28, 2017,
indicated the licensed staff were monitoring the
resident right hand. However, there was no
documentation to address if the resident's right
hand pain, and swelling was resolved.
Additionally, there was no evidence indicating
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further assessment and monitoring of the hand
was done after September 28, 2017 at 2 p.m.
On December 22, 2017 at 12:45 p.m., during
an interview Licensed Vocational Nurse 10
(LVN 10) stated that she had been caring for
Resident 80 for about 8 months, but did not
recall any issues with his right hand.
On December 22, 2017 at 2:37 p.m., during an
interview Registered Nurse Supervisor 2 (RN
2) stated Resident 80 did not complain of any
more pain recently. RN 2 stated the licensed
staff were supposed to monitor for pain.
On December 26, 2017 at 7:42 a.m., during an
interview Licensed Vocational Nurse 9 (LVN 9)
stated he has been caring for Resident 80 for
the past two years. LVN 9 stated Resident 80
had problems with his right hand a long time
ago, but did not complain of any pain or
swelling recently.
On December 26, 2017 at 7:55 a.m., during an
interview the Director of Nursing (DON) stated
Resident 80 had problems with his right hand a
long time ago but had no complaints recently.
The DON stated "I have not noticed anything
recently". The DON agreed licensed staff would
not be able to implement the care plan if they
were not even aware that Resident 80 was
having a problem with his right hand.
A review of the facility's undated policy and
procedures titled "The Resident Care Plan"
indicated the objective of the care plan is to
provide an individualized nursing care and to
promote continuity of resident care. The policy
indicated the care plan includes identification of
medical, nursing and psychosocial needs,
goals stated in measurable/observable terms,
approaches to meet the goals, and
reassessment and changes as needed to
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reflect current status.
F690
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Bowel/Bladder Incontinence, Catheter, UTI
CFR(s): 483.25(e)(1)-(3)
F690
01/18/2018
§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.
§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:
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Based on observation, interview, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure a resident
who is incontinent of bladder receives
appropriate treatment and services to prevent
urinary tract infection (UTI) for one of 35
sample residents (Resident 85) including:
1. Failure to implement the care plan on
Incontinence by not assisting Resident 85 with
toilet use prior to breakfast, not changing the
brief promptly when soiled, not observing good
perineal care, and not encouraging adequate
fluid intake.
2. Failure to implement the facility's policy on
Perineal (around the genitals) Care when
Certified Nursing Assistant 3 (CNA 3) used a
soiled towel to wipe the vaginal area and
urinary meatus (the external opening where
urine is ejected from the body).
3. Failure to implement the facility's policy on
UTI Preventive Measures, by not ensuring
Resident 85 drank sufficient fluids.
4. Failure to implement the care plan on
Altered Behavior Patterns (yelling, crying and
cursing at staff) by not reducing/eliminating the
triggers of the behavior when Resident 85 was
requesting to have her brief changed.
As a result, Resident 85 was placed at risk of
recurring UTI.
Findings:
According to the Admission Record, Resident
85 was re-admitted on June 1, 2016, with
diagnoses including paranoid schizophrenia (a
mental illness, delusions make someone with it
unreasonably suspicious of other people),
anxiety disorder (nervousness and fear about
what might happen), and diabetes (high blood
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sugar).
A review of the Nursing Admission Assessment
dated June 1, 2016, indicated Resident 85 was
incontinent (unable to control) of bowel and
bladder function.
A review of Resident 85's Minimum Data Set
(MDS- a standardized assessment and care
screening tool) dated November 14, 2017,
indicated the resident's cognitive patterns were
severely impaired, had no mood and behavioral
signs and symptoms, required extensive
assistance from staff for bed mobility, transfer,
toilet use, personal hygiene, and bathing with
one person physical assistance. Resident 85
required assistance with eating and was always
incontinent of bowel and bladder.
A review of the ongoing Care Plan, dated
December 17, 2014, developed for Resident
85's incontinence, included in the interventions
monitoring incontinent episodes; assisting with
toilet use prior to bedtime, upon awakening,
before and after meals, and as needed while
awake; changing brief promptly when
soiled/soaked; good incontinent care with each
episode; keeping clean, dry and odor free,
observing good perineal care; encouraging
adequate fluid intakes (amount not indicated);
assessing ability to participate with
bladder/bowel program; and monitoring for
signs and symptoms of UTI. Notify the
physician as indicated.
A review of the ongoing Care Plan, dated May
22, 2016, developed for Resident 85's need of
assistance with toilet use, personal hygiene
and eating, included in the interventions
assisting Resident 85 with daily needs and
providing adequate hydration (amount not
indicated) and nutrition.
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A review of the Nutritional Assessment
Screening dated June 2, 2016, indicated
Resident 85's daily fluid requirement ranged
from 1,100 cubic centimeters (cc) to 1,375 cc.
A review of the nursing notes for the month of
November 2017 indicated Resident 85 was
refusing to eat and on November 7, 2017, was
transferred to a GACH due to failure to thrive (a
state of decline that includes weight loss,
decreased appetite, poor nutrition, and
inactivity). Resident 85 returned on the same
day with diagnoses of UTI and the Discharge
Instructions included drinking enough fluid to
keep urine clear or pale yellow and wipe from
front to back after a bowel movement.
A review of the Care Plan dated November 14,
2017, developed for Resident 85's altered
behavior patterns related to anxiety manifested
by yelling, crying and cursing at staff, included
in the interventions to encourage verbalization
of feelings and concerns and address
appropriately, assess what may cause and
trigger behavior, and attempt to
reduce/eliminate those triggers if possible.
On December 22, 2017, at 8:05 a.m., Resident
85 was heard screaming and yelling, in a
foreign language, to staff in her room. Upon
arrival to the room, Resident 85 was
screaming, spitting and throwing objects at
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1), who did
not attend to Resident 85. At 8:11 a.m.,
Restorative Nursing Assistant 1 (RNA 1) was in
Resident 85's room and when asked what
Resident 85 wanted, RNA 1 stated the resident
wanted her incontinent brief to be changed.
At 8:20 a.m., CNAs 1 and 9 changed Resident
85's soiled brief and Resident 85 calmed down.
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On December 22, 2017, at 8:25 a.m., during an
interview, Registered Nurse 1 (RN 1) stated
Resident 85 was explained the CNAs were
passing (breakfast) trays and would change her
later.
On December 22, 2017, at 9:30 a.m., during an
interview, CNA 1 stated she did not change
Resident 85's incontinent brief because she
was passing trays. CNA 1 stated Resident 85
asked to be changed since 7:30 a.m. and after
eating her breakfast started screaming and
yelling.
On December 22, 2017, at 5:27 p.m., during an
interview and record review with the Director of
Nursing (DON), she stated there was no
documentation to determine if the amount of
fluids Resident 85 consumed met the assessed
needs (1,100 cc to 1,375 cc) before the
resident was transferred to the GACH on
November 7, 2017 or after returning from the
GACH with diagnosis of UTI and
recommendation to increase fluid intake.
On December 26, 2017, at 3:15 p.m., during an
observation of Resident 85's perineal care
provided by CNAs 3 was done and CNA 3
wiped the area with a towel with soap and
water from the front to the anal and buttocks
areas and then wiped dry the vaginal area with
the same soiled towel. CNA 3 did not rinse the
perineal area.
On December 26, 2017, at 3:35 p.m., during an
interview, CNA 3, she stated she should have
cleaned Resident 85 thoroughly and should
have not used the same towel.
The facility's undated policy and procedure
titled "Perineal Care," indicated the purpose of
the policy was to ensure that residents are
clean and prevent odors and infection. The
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procedure included wash hands, wipe from
pubic area towards rectal area, and dry
perineal and anal area.
The facility's undated policy and procedure
titled "UTI - Preventive Measures," indicated
the facility would utilize measures in order to
help prevent UTI. All residents will benefit from
the following: drink liberal amounts of water to
lower bacterial concentrations in the urine, offer
cranberry juice or cranberry pill to high risk
residents as indicated/ordered.
F692
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Nutrition/Hydration Status Maintenance
CFR(s): 483.25(g)(1)-(3)
F692
01/18/2018
§483.25(g) Assisted nutrition and hydration.
(Includes naso-gastric and gastrostomy tubes,
both percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
and percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy,
and enteral fluids). Based on a resident's
comprehensive assessment, the facility must
ensure that a resident§483.25(g)(1) Maintains acceptable parameters
of nutritional status, such as usual body weight
or desirable body weight range and electrolyte
balance, unless the resident's clinical condition
demonstrates that this is not possible or
resident preferences indicate otherwise;
§483.25(g)(2) Is offered sufficient fluid intake to
maintain proper hydration and health;
§483.25(g)(3) Is offered a therapeutic diet
when there is a nutritional problem and the
health care provider orders a therapeutic diet.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview, and record review, the
facility failed to ensure a resident, who is at risk
of dehydration (lack of sufficient fluids in the
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1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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body) and malnutrition, is offered sufficient food
and fluid intake to prevent dehydration and
urinary tract infection (UTI) for one of 35
sample residents (Resident 85) including:
1. Failure to implement the facility's policy on
Dehydration by not utilizing measures to
identify the causes of, that may include
decreased food or fluid intake as well as signs
and symptoms of dehydration (depletion of
water) and manage dehydration with hydration
measures such as provision of oral fluids and
monitoring oral fluid intake.
2. Failure to implement the care plan on
Incontinence by not encouraging adequate fluid
intake as indicated in the Nutritional
Assessment Screening.
3. Failure to implement the care plan on
Resident 85's needing assistance with eating
by not providing adequate hydration and
nutrition in the amount required as per the the
Nutritional Assessment Screening.
4. Failure to implement the facility's policy on
UTI Preventive Measures, by not ensuring
Resident 85 drank sufficient fluids as indicated
in the Nutritional Assessment Screening of
daily fluid requirement of 1,100 cubic
centimeters (cc) to 1,375 cc.
5. Failure to implement the Discharge
Instructions from the General Acute Care
Hospital (GACH) of November 7, 2017, to drink
enough fluid to keep the urine clear or pale
after Resident 85 was diagnosed with
dehydration.
As a result, Resident 85 was transferred to a
GACH on November 7, 2017, where she was
diagnosed with dehydration and UTI. After
returning to the facility on the same day,
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1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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through December 22, 2017, the facility did not
monitor Resident 85's fluid intake, placing
Resident 85 at further risk of dehydration.
Findings:
According to the Admission Record, Resident
85 was re-admitted on June 1, 2016, with
diagnoses including paranoid schizophrenia (a
mental illness, delusions make someone with it
unreasonably suspicious of other people),
anxiety disorder (nervousness and fear about
what might happen), and diabetes (high blood
sugar).
A review of Resident 85's Minimum Data Set
(MDS- a standardized assessment and care
screening tool) dated November 14, 2017,
indicated the resident's cognitive (reasoning)
patterns were severely impaired, required
extensive assistance from staff for activities of
daily living (ADLs) transfer, toilet use, personal
hygiene with one-person physical assistance.
Resident 85 required limited assistance with
one-person assist with eating and was
incontinent of bowel and bladder.
A review of the ongoing Care Plan, dated
December 17, 2014, and revised on November
15, 2017, developed for Resident 85's
incontinence, included in the interventions
monitoring incontinent episodes and
encouraging adequate fluid intakes (amount
not indicated).
A review of the ongoing Care Plan, dated May
22, 2016, and revised on November 15, 2017,
developed for Resident 85's need of assistance
with toilet use, personal hygiene and eating,
included in the interventions assisting Resident
85 with daily needs and providing adequate
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1240 S Hoover St
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hydration (amount not indicated) and nutrition.
A review of the Nutritional Assessment
Screening dated June 2, 2016, signed by the
Dietitian indicated Resident 85's daily fluid
requirement ranged from 1,100 cubic
centimeters (cc) to 1,375 cc and required 1,100
calories to 1,375 calories each day.
A review of the meal chart percentage
documented on the Certified Nursing Assistant
ADL Sheet dated October 2017, indicated
Resident 85 refused breakfast, 17 days,
refused lunch 21 days, and refused dinner 14
days. For snacks, during the 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
shift, Resident 85 refused three days.
There was lack of documentation for the month
of October through November 5, 2017, to
indicate meal substitutes, additional snacks
and sufficient fluids were offered or provided to
Resident 85 to ensure adequate hydration and
nutrition. There was no documented evidence
Resident 85 was provided or offered the
amount of fluids assessed by the Registered
Dietitian on June 2, 2016.
A review of Certified Nursing Assistant ADL
Sheet dated November 1 to 6, 2017, indicated
Resident 85 refused 9 of 17 meals and three of
five snacks offered during the 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
shift.
A review of the Change of Condition
(COC)/Situation, Background, Assessment,
Recommendation (SBAR) form dated
November 5, 2017, timed at 8 a.m., indicated
Resident 85 refused the breakfast meal and
orders to continue monitoring and encouraging
food and fluid intake.
On November 7, 2017, Resident 85 was
transferred to a GACH due to failure to thrive (a
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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state of decline that includes weight loss,
decreased appetite, poor nutrition, and
inactivity). Resident 85 returned on the same
day with diagnoses of UTI. The Discharge
Instructions included drinking enough fluid to
keep urine clear or pale.
After Resident 85 was re-admitted from the
GACH on November 7, 2017, with diagnoses of
dehydration and UTI, the record of the food
intake from November 7, to 30, 2017, indicated
the resident refused 36 of 68 meals. There
was no documentation of the amount of fluid
Resident 85 consumed.
On December 22, 2017, at 5:27 p.m., during an
interview and record review with the Director of
Nursing (DON), she stated there was no
documentation to determine if the amount of
fluids Resident 85 consumed met the assessed
needs (1,100 cc to 1,375 cc) before the
resident was transferred to the GACH on
November 7, 2017, or after returning from the
GACH with diagnosis of dehydration and UTI.
The facility's undated policy and procedure
titled "Meal Consumption Documentation,"
indicated the purpose of the policy was to
ensure accuracy and consistency of
documentation for resident's meal
consumption. Using the guide, for each meal
tray, subtract the amount of food, items left on
the tray from 100 percent to get the percentage
of consumption by the resident.
The facility's undated policy and procedure
titled, "Dehydration - Measures to Identify and
Manage", indicated the facility would utilize
measures to identify and manage dehydration.
Nursing assessment will include the
identification of causes, as well as signs and
symptoms of dehydration (depletion of water)
that may include decreased food or fluid intake,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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diabetes mellitus, abnormal laboratory values,
decreased skin turgor, dry mucous
membranes, tachycardia (increased heart rate),
delirium (acute onset confusion) manifested by
anxiety, agitation, decreased skin turgor,
increased motor activity: restlessness.
..Notification of attending physician ... order to
monitor hydration status ... hydration measures
that may include oral fluids ... documentation of
findings ... development of plan of care that
includes monitoring hydration status.
The facility's undated policy and procedure
titled, "Perineal Care," indicated the purpose of
the policy was to ensure that residents are
clean and prevent odors and infection. The
procedure included wash hands, wipe from
pubic area towards rectal area, and dry
perineal and anal area.
The facility's undated policy and procedure
titled "UTI - Preventive Measures," indicated
the facility would utilize measures in order to
help prevent UTI. All residents will benefit from
the following: drink liberal amounts of water to
lower bacterial concentrations in the urine, offer
cranberry juice or cranberry pill to high risk
residents as indicated/order.
F695
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Respiratory/Tracheostomy Care and Suctioning F695
CFR(s): 483.25(i)
01/18/2018
§ 483.25(i) Respiratory care, including
tracheostomy care and tracheal suctioning.
The facility must ensure that a resident who
needs respiratory care, including tracheostomy
care and tracheal suctioning, is provided such
care, consistent with professional standards of
practice, the comprehensive person-centered
care plan, the residents' goals and preferences,
and 483.65 of this subpart.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
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(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
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Based on interview, observation, and record
review, the facility failed to ensure physician's
orders were followed for monitoring of oxygen
saturation (is the fraction of oxygen-saturated
hemoglobin-a red protein responsible for
transporting oxygen in the blood, relative to
total hemoglobin in the blood)every shift for one
of 35 sampled residents (Resident 29).
This deficient practice had the potential to
result in inability to recognize if oxygen used by
Resident 29 is effective.
Findings:
A review of Resident 29's admission record
indicated Resident 29 was initially admitted to
the facility on October 2, 2012, with the most
recent re-admission on October 17, 2017.
Resident 29's diagnoses included but were not
limited to, diabetes (high blood sugar),
dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD-a group
of lung diseases that block airflow and make it
difficult to breathe), and dementia (a general
term for loss of memory and other mental
abilities severe enough to interfere with daily
life) without behavioral disturbance.
A review of Resident 29's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a standardized care planning tool)dated
October 5, 2017, indicated Resident 29 rarely
understands others and rarely makes self
understood and required extensive physical
assistance with transfer, dressing, toilet use
and personal hygiene.
A review of Resident 29's physician's order
dated August 26, 2017, indicated to administer
oxygen at 2 liters per minute (LPM) via nasal
cannula (a thin tube). The order did not specify
if administration is continuous or as needed
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1240 S Hoover St
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and to monitor oxygen saturation every shift.
The most current physician's order dated
October 17, 2017, indicated to administer
oxygen at 2 LPM as needed, via nasal cannula
and to monitor oxygen saturation every shift.
During an observation on December 26, 2017
at 8:28 a.m., accompanied by Licensed
Vocational Nurse 8 (LVN 8), Resident 29 was
lying in bed while receiving formula through the
gastrostomy tube (GT- a tube inserted through
the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to
the stomach). The head of the resident's bed
was elevated to 35 degrees. In a concurrent
interview at the time of observation, LVN 8
confirmed after reviewing the Physician's order
dated November 27, 2017, the current order is
for oxygen to be administered at 2 LPM via
nasal cannula as needed and to monitor
oxygen saturation every shift. LVN 8
acknowledged there was no oxygen saturation
monitoring equipment available at Resident 29
's bedside at the time of observation.
A review of the Medication Administration
Record, indicated and confirmed by LVN 8,
there was no monitoring of oxygen saturation
done from August 26, 2017 to November 30,
2017, as the physician ordered.
A review of the facility's undated policy titled,
"Oxygen Administration", indicated to "check
oxygen saturation, if ordered, to ensure that
oxygen use is effective; for example, for a
COPD resident, the attending physician should
determine the specific parameter".
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CFR(s): 483.25(k)
F697
02/12/2018
§483.25(k) Pain Management.
The facility must ensure that pain management
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1240 S Hoover St
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is provided to residents who require such
services, consistent with professional
standards of practice, the comprehensive
person-centered care plan, and the residents'
goals and preferences.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation, interview and record
review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's
pain was managed as indicated in the facility's
Pain Management policy for one of 35 sampled
residents (Resident 123).
This had the potential to result in unnecessary
pain experienced during physical therapy
exercises and throughout daily activities and
can lead to a decline in the quality of the
resident's life.
Findings:
A review of the Admission Record dated
November 2, 2017, indicated Resident 123 was
admitted to the facility on October 31, 2017,
with the diagnosis of generalized muscle
weakness, dementia (a group of thinking and
social symptoms that interferes with daily
functioning), and seizure disorder (epilepsy - a
disorder in which nerve cell activity in the brain
is disturbed).
A review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS- a
standardized assessment and care screening
tool)dated December 4, 2017, indicated
Resident 123's cognitive skills for daily decision
making were severely impaired, required
extensive assistance by staff for activities of
daily living, and was always incontinent of
bowel and bladder.
A review of the physician Order Summary
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Report dated November 23, 2017, indicated
Resident 123 has physical therapy daily five
times a week for four weeks and Resident
123's pain assessment is to be done every
shift. The Order Summary Report indicates to
give the resident Tylenol tablet 325 milligrams
(mg)- 2 tablets by mouth every 4 hours for mild
pain (for pain rating level of 1-4).
During observation of Resident 123 and
concurrent interview with Physical Therapy
Staff 1, (PT 1)on December 20, 2017 at 9:50
a.m., Resident 123 was taken to the
Rehabilitation Room for physical therapy
exercises. The resident was observed during
physical therapy exercises. Resident 123 was
observed grimacing with eyebrows furrowed
during passive range of motion exercises
(therapist or equipment moves the joint through
the range of motion with no effort from the
patient)provided by PT 1 of the resident's
ankles, knees and both hips.
On December 20, 2017 at 9:55 a.m., in an
interview , eventhough Resident 123 was
observed grimacing during exercises, Physical
Therapy Staff 1 stated Resident 123 was not
given pain medicine prior to physical therapy
and normally does not receive pain medication
prior to physical therapy.
A review of Resident 123's Medication
Administration Record (MAR)pain assessment
section indicated the resident had no pain or
pain medication on December 20, 2017, during
the day shift. However, the Nurses' PRN
Notes/Medication Notes indicated the resident
was given Tylenol 325 mg tablets 2 tablets
prior to rehabilitation on December 21, 2017 at
9 a.m., after PT 1 was asked about the
resident's pain medication. The PRN
Notes/Medication Notes indicated the
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resident's Tylenol was effective after 30
minutes. There were no entries on the MAR or
pain assessment section to indicate Resident
123 was offered Tylenol prior to rehabilitation
exercises until December 21, 2017, in order to
provide comfort to the resident during
exercises.
A review of the facility's undated Pain
Management policy, indicates the purpose of
the policy is to provide guidelines for the
consistent assessment, and management of
pain of the resident in order to maximize
comfort and quality of life. The Pain
Management policy indicated the health
professionals are to respond quickly to a
resident's report of pain.
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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
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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 ensure that two
multi-dose vials of Novolin-R Regular Human
Insulin Injection (medication used to control
blood sugar levels) were marked with the dates
opened in accordance with the facility's general
guidelines for safe and accurate medication
administration for two out of 35 residents
(Resident 29 and 79), and failed to label the
glucometer test strip (a material used for
testing for blood sugar level) bottles in
accordance with professional standards,
including an expiration date, after first use, for
two of four medication carts and ensure the
glucometers were quality controlled.
These deficient practices had the potential to
result in an inaccurate blood sugar monitoring
test results and can lead to uncontrolled blood
glucose levels for the residents.
Findings:
a. On December 21, 2017 at 4:38 p.m., during
medication pass observation at Station 2 with
Licensed Vocational Nurse 5 (LVN)5, the two
glucometers (a medical device for determining
the approximate concentration of glucose in the
blood) quality control (QC - a system of
maintaining standards in manufactured
products by testing a sample of the output
against the specification) were not done. The
glucose test strip bottle was not dated when it
was first opened. LVN 5 confirmed that the two
glucometer machine QC was not done last
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night and it has to be done every night. LVN 5
also stated that the glucose test strip has to be
dated when it's first opened.
On December 21, 2017 at 5:01 p.m., during
observation of Station 1 medication cart with
LVN 5, two glucometers machine QC was not
done. LVN 5 stated that the glucometer
machine QC should have been done last night.
Also, the QC test solution bottle did not have a
date when it was first opened.
A review of the facility policy and procedure
titled "Blood Glucose Monitoring System Quality Control, test strips," indicated the QC
bottles are to be labeled with the opening date
when it was first opened to determine the
expiration date, within 3 months of first opening
the bottle. Quality Control of each glucometer is
to be done daily using the dose quality control
solution with the results documented in the
glucometer monitoring log. Control solution for
Quality Control should be dated upon first use
of the bottle to determine expiration date of the
solutions, which is within 90 days from first
opening of the bottle.
A review of the manufacturer's instructions,
Assure Platinum Test Strips, when the test strip
bottle is first opened, write the date on the
bottle label and use test strips within 3 months
of first opening the bottle. Also, when a new
bottle of test strips is opened, staff is to check
the Quality Control using the Assure Dose
Control Solutions.
A review of the manufacturer's instructions,
Assure Dose Control Solution, it is
recommended that the date of the first opening
on the control solution bottle label be written as
a reminder to dispose of the opened solution
after 90 days of opening.
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b. A review of Resident 29's admission record
indicated the resident was initially admitted to
the facility on October 2, 2012, with the most
recent re-admission on October 17, 2017.
Resident 29's diagnoses included but were not
limited to, diabetes (high blood sugar),
dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD- a group
of lung diseases that block airflow and make it
difficult to breathe), and dementia (a general
term for loss of memory and other mental
abilities severe enough to interfere with daily
life) without behavioral disturbance.
A review of Resident 29's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a standardized care planning tool)
dated October 5, 2017, indicated Resident 29
rarely understand others and rarely makes self
understood and required extensive physical
assistance with transfer, dressing, toilet use
and personal hygiene.
A physician's order dated November 19, 2017,
2017 indicated an order for blood sugar
monitoring every 6 hours for diabetes mellitus,
with sliding scale coverage of Novolin R 100
Unit per milliliter (ml)10 ml vial, inject
subcutaneously (applied under the skin).
c. A review of Resident 79's admission record
indicated Resident 79 was admitted to the
facility on January 24, 2017, with diagnoses
that included but were not limited to, diabetes
(high blood sugar), chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD-a group of lung
diseases that block airflow and make it difficult
to breathe), and hypertension (high blood
pressure).
A review of Resident 79's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a standardized care planning tool)dated
November 5, 2017, indicated Resident 79 is
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cognitively impaired and required extensive
physical assistance with transfer, dressing,
toilet use and personal hygiene.
A review of Resident 79's physician's order
dated November 13, 2017, indicated an order
for blood sugar monitoring before breakfast for
diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, with sliding
scale coverage of Novolin R 100 Unit per
milliliter 10 ml vial, inject subcutaneously.
On December 19, 2017, at 3:27 p.m., during a
random medication cart inspection,
accompanied by Licensed Vocational Nurse
8(LVN 8), of Medication Cart 1 (Station 1)
contained two opened multi-dose vials of
Novolin- R in a plastic medication container,
with sticker each indicating R 29 and R 79's
name. Both vials did not have a date indicating
when these vials were opened. During the
concurrent observation and interview LVN 7
(Medication Nurse for Station 1), stated "We
should always put a date, it should be
discarded after 42 days and we follow the
sticker indicating 42 days". LVN 8 and stated
"it should be discarded after 28 days".
A review of the facility's undated General
Guidelines for Safe and Accurate Medication
Administration, indicated that open insulin vials
are only good for 30 days.
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Resident Records - Identifiable Information
CFR(s): 483.20(f)(5), 483.70(i)(1)-(5)
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§483.20(f)(5) Resident-identifiable information.
(i) A facility may not release information that is
resident-identifiable to the public.
(ii) The facility may release information that is
resident-identifiable to an agent only in
accordance with a contract under which the
agent agrees not to use or disclose the
information except to the extent the facility itself
is permitted to do so.
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§483.70(i) Medical records.
§483.70(i)(1) In accordance with accepted
professional standards and practices, the
facility must maintain medical records on each
resident that are(i) Complete;
(ii) Accurately documented;
(iii) Readily accessible; and
(iv) Systematically organized
§483.70(i)(2) The facility must keep confidential
all information contained in the resident's
records,
regardless of the form or storage method of the
records, except when release is(i) To the individual, or their resident
representative where permitted by applicable
law;
(ii) Required by Law;
(iii) For treatment, payment, or health care
operations, as permitted by and in compliance
with 45 CFR 164.506;
(iv) For public health activities, reporting of
abuse, neglect, or domestic violence, health
oversight activities, judicial and administrative
proceedings, law enforcement purposes, organ
donation purposes, research purposes, or to
coroners, medical examiners, funeral directors,
and to avert a serious threat to health or safety
as permitted by and in compliance with 45 CFR
164.512.
§483.70(i)(3) The facility must safeguard
medical record information against loss,
destruction, or unauthorized use.
§483.70(i)(4) Medical records must be retained
for(i) The period of time required by State law; or
(ii) Five years from the date of discharge when
there is no requirement in State law; or
(iii) For a minor, 3 years after a resident
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reaches legal age under State law.
§483.70(i)(5) The medical record must contain(i) Sufficient information to identify the resident;
(ii) A record of the resident's assessments;
(iii) The comprehensive plan of care and
services provided;
(iv) The results of any preadmission screening
and resident review evaluations and
determinations conducted by the State;
(v) Physician's, nurse's, and other licensed
professional's progress notes; and
(vi) Laboratory, radiology and other diagnostic
services reports as required under §483.50.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview and record review, the
facility failed to ensure for three of 35 sampled
residents (Residents 72, 102 and 120)
Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment
(POLST- a form that has a medical order for
the specific medical treatments during a
medical emergency) were complete with
signatures of resident's responsible party.
This deficient practice had the potential to
result in confusion on the delivery of care and
services during a medical emergency.
Findings:
a. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 72 was admitted on October 5, 2017
with diagnoses including diabetes mellitus (a
group of diseases that result in too much sugar
in the blood), and hypertension (high blood
pressure).
A review of Resident 72's Minimum Data Set
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool), dated October 12, 2017
indicated the resident's cognitive status
(relating to the process of acquiring knowledge
and understanding) and daily decision making
skills were intact.
A review of the POLST dated October 5, 2017
indicated Resident 72 had a conservator (a
guardian appointed by a judge to protect and
manage the financial affairs and the person's
daily life due to mental limitations) who was
responsible for signing the POLST. However
the signature section of the POLST was blank.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 102 was admitted on September 19,
2017 with diagnoses that included muscle
weakness and dementia (a decline in mental
ability severe enough to interfere with daily life).
A review of Resident 102's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
screening tool), dated September 25, 2017
indicated the resident's cognitive (relating to
the process of acquiring knowledge and
understanding) status and decision making
skills were severely impaired.
A review of Resident 102's POLST dated
September 19, 2017 indicated Resident 102's
daughter was the legally recognized decision
maker and responsible for signing the POLST.
However, the signature section for the decision
maker was blank.
c. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 120 was admitted on May 18, 2015
with diagnoses that included diabetes mellitus
(high blood sugar) and hypertension (high
blood pressure).
A review of Resident 120's Minimum Data Set
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(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
screening tool),dated November 26, 2017,
indicated the resident's cognitive (relating to
the process of acquiring knowledge and
understanding) skills for daily decision-making
were moderately impaired.
A review of Resident 120's POLST dated July
9, 2017 indicated Resident 120 had a
conservator (a guardian appointed by a judge
to protect and manage the financial affairs and
the person's daily life due to mental limitations)
who was responsible for signing the POLST.
However the signature section for the decision
maker was blank.
On December 26, 2017 at 11:48 a.m., during
an interview, the Administrator (ADM) stated
the conservators told the facility they do not
sign the POLST. The ADM stated the
conservators did not give an explanation why
they do not sign the POLST.
On December 22, 2016 at 1:00 p.m., during an
interview Social Service Director (SSD)
confirmed that Resident 102's POLST was not
signed by the legal decision maker.
On December 26, 2017 at 1:00 p.m., during an
interview, the SSD stated the conservators told
her they do not sign the POLST. The SSD was
unable to explain why the POLST was not
completed. The SSD stated for family
members, the facility was supposed to follow
up and ask them to sign the document.
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Resident Records - Identifiable Information
CFR(s): 483.20(f)(5), 483.70(i)(1)-(5)
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§483.20(f)(5) Resident-identifiable information.
(i) A facility may not release information that is
resident-identifiable to the public.
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1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(X4) ID
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(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
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ID
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(ii) The facility may release information that is
resident-identifiable to an agent only in
accordance with a contract under which the
agent agrees not to use or disclose the
information except to the extent the facility itself
is permitted to do so.
§483.70(i) Medical records.
§483.70(i)(1) In accordance with accepted
professional standards and practices, the
facility must maintain medical records on each
resident that are(i) Complete;
(ii) Accurately documented;
(iii) Readily accessible; and
(iv) Systematically organized
§483.70(i)(2) The facility must keep confidential
all information contained in the resident's
records,
regardless of the form or storage method of the
records, except when release is(i) To the individual, or their resident
representative where permitted by applicable
law;
(ii) Required by Law;
(iii) For treatment, payment, or health care
operations, as permitted by and in compliance
with 45 CFR 164.506;
(iv) For public health activities, reporting of
abuse, neglect, or domestic violence, health
oversight activities, judicial and administrative
proceedings, law enforcement purposes, organ
donation purposes, research purposes, or to
coroners, medical examiners, funeral directors,
and to avert a serious threat to health or safety
as permitted by and in compliance with 45 CFR
164.512.
§483.70(i)(3) The facility must safeguard
medical record information against loss,
destruction, or unauthorized use.
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§483.70(i)(4) Medical records must be retained
for(i) The period of time required by State law; or
(ii) Five years from the date of discharge when
there is no requirement in State law; or
(iii) For a minor, 3 years after a resident
reaches legal age under State law.
§483.70(i)(5) The medical record must contain(i) Sufficient information to identify the resident;
(ii) A record of the resident's assessments;
(iii) The comprehensive plan of care and
services provided;
(iv) The results of any preadmission screening
and resident review evaluations and
determinations conducted by the State;
(v) Physician's, nurse's, and other licensed
professional's progress notes; and
(vi) Laboratory, radiology and other diagnostic
services reports as required under §483.50.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview and record review, the
facility failed to ensure for three of 35 sampled
residents (Residents 72, 102 and 120)
Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment
(POLST- a form that has a medical order for
the specific medical treatments during a
medical emergency) were complete with
signatures of resident's responsible party.
This deficient practice had the potential to
result in confusion on the delivery of care and
services during a medical emergency.
Findings:
a. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 72 was admitted on October 5, 2017
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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with diagnoses including diabetes mellitus (a
group of diseases that result in too much sugar
in the blood), and hypertension (high blood
pressure).
A review of Resident 72's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and care
screening tool), dated October 12, 2017
indicated the resident's cognitive status
(relating to the process of acquiring knowledge
and understanding) and daily decision making
skills were intact.
A review of the POLST dated October 5, 2017
indicated Resident 72 had a conservator (a
guardian appointed by a judge to protect and
manage the financial affairs and the person's
daily life due to mental limitations) who was
responsible for signing the POLST. However
the signature section of the POLST was blank.
b. A review of the admission record indicated
Resident 102 was admitted on September 19,
2017 with diagnoses that included muscle
weakness and dementia (a decline in mental
ability severe enough to interfere with daily life).
A review of Resident 102's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
screening tool), dated September 25, 2017
indicated the resident's cognitive (relating to
the process of acquiring knowledge and
understanding) status and decision making
skills were severely impaired.
A review of Resident 102's POLST dated
September 19, 2017 indicated Resident 102's
daughter was the legally recognized decision
maker and responsible for signing the POLST.
However, the signature section for the decision
maker was blank.
c. A review of the admission record indicated
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
1240 S Hoover St
Los Angeles, CA 90006
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Resident 120 was admitted on May 18, 2015
with diagnoses that included diabetes mellitus
(high blood sugar) and hypertension (high
blood pressure).
A review of Resident 120's Minimum Data Set
(MDS - a comprehensive assessment and
screening tool),dated November 26, 2017,
indicated the resident's cognitive (relating to
the process of acquiring knowledge and
understanding) skills for daily decision-making
were moderately impaired.
A review of Resident 120's POLST dated July
9, 2017 indicated Resident 120 had a
conservator (a guardian appointed by a judge
to protect and manage the financial affairs and
the person's daily life due to mental limitations)
who was responsible for signing the POLST.
However the signature section for the decision
maker was blank.
On December 26, 2017 at 11:48 a.m., during
an interview, the Administrator (ADM) stated
the conservators told the facility they do not
sign the POLST. The ADM stated the
conservators did not give an explanation why
they do not sign the POLST.
On December 22, 2016 at 1:00 p.m., during an
interview Social Service Director (SSD)
confirmed that Resident 102's POLST was not
signed by the legal decision maker.
On December 26, 2017 at 1:00 p.m., during an
interview, the SSD stated the conservators told
her they do not sign the POLST. The SSD was
unable to explain why the POLST was not
completed. The SSD stated for family
members, the facility was supposed to follow
up and ask them to sign the document.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Los Angeles, CA 90006
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Qualifications of Social Worker >120 Beds
CFR(s): 483.70(p)(1)(2)
F850
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§483.70(p) Social worker.
Any facility with more than 120 beds must
employ a qualified social worker on a full-time
basis. A qualified social worker is:
§483.70(p)(1) An individual with a minimum of
a bachelor's degree in social work or a
bachelor's degree in a human services field
including, but not limited to, sociology,
gerontology, special education, rehabilitation
counseling, and psychology; and
§483.70(p)(2) One year of supervised social
work experience in a health care setting
working directly with individuals.
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on interview and record review, the
facility failed to employ a qualified social worker
on a full time basis that met the qualifications
specified in the regulation.
This deficient practice had a potential for 186 of
186 residents residing in the facility not being
assisted and receiving medically related
necessary care to attain highest practicable
well-being.
Cross reference F684 , F745, F600
Findings:
On December 22, 2017 at 12.05 p.m., during
an interview the Social Services Designee
(SSD) stated she was the social service person
in charge of all the residents in the facility since
April 2017. The SSD stated she learned on the
job and had no prior experience as a social
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Los Angeles, CA 90006
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worker. The SSD stated she did not have any
certification in social services here in the United
States. The SSD was unsure if she had a
social worker consultant because she had not
met the consultant.
On December 22, 2017 at 12:21 p.m., during
an interview the SSD stated she felt it was
impossible to care for all the residents in the
facility. The SSD further explained she
informed the Administrator that she was unable
to care for all the residents.
On December 22, 2017 at 1:05 p.m., during an
interview the Administrator (ADM) stated she
knew the SSD has a college degree from
another country but was unsure if she had an
equivalency of the degree in the United States.
The ADM stated she was working on hiring a
social worker and agreed the current SSD was
not able to care for all the residents in the
facility.
A review of SSD's Employee file indicated the
SSD has a master's degree of education in
another country and was verified by approved
academic credential agency. However, there
was no evidence that the SSD had certification
in social services and/or Bachelor's degree in
psychology.
On December 26, 2017 at 9:25 a.m., during an
interview the Administrator and SSD stated
they were in agreement that the SSD does not
meet the qualification as she did not have prior
supervised social work experience in a clinical
setting nor certifications in social services.
A review of the Social Services Designee job
description dated March 12, 2014, indicated the
Designee competencies should include
completion of 36 hours of certificate in Social
Services. The job description also stated a high
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school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
are required, Associate Degree of Art or
Bachelors of Science beneficial.
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