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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Maine Veterans Home - Caribou during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A facility failed to maintain the dignity of a resident by not properly covering their Foley catheter bag, as specified in the care plan. On multiple occasions, surveyors observed the catheter bag's covering riding up, exposing urine while the resident was in public areas, such as the dining room and hallway. This deficiency was confirmed by surveyors and the Staff Development Coordinator.
A facility failed to follow a resident's preferred bathing schedule, providing showers only once a month instead of weekly as requested. The resident reported this issue, and CNA documentation confirmed the infrequency of showers. The DON acknowledged the discrepancy, noting two instances of documented refusal.
The facility failed to maintain resident-centered care plans for two residents. One resident's care plan was not followed, as fluids were not within reach and a Hoyer sling was left under them, contrary to instructions. Another resident experienced significant weight loss, but their care plan lacked updates to address nutritional needs and weight monitoring. The care plans were not effectively updated or implemented to meet the residents' needs.
A resident experienced significant weight loss despite being prescribed a nutritional supplement. The facility failed to implement effective interventions or update the care plan to address the resident's nutritional needs and preferences. The dietary manager did not communicate food preferences to staff or notify the physician of the weight loss, and the resident was not included in the monitoring list for weight loss. This lack of communication and failure to provide resident-centered care led to the deficiency.
The facility failed to maintain complete oxygen orders and proper equipment maintenance for two residents. One resident's oxygen concentrator was missing a side filter, contrary to manufacturer instructions, and lacked a specific flow rate in the order. Another resident's clinical record was not updated with the correct oxygen order after a hospital visit, leading to incorrect administration. The DON acknowledged the need for specific flow rates in orders.
Failure to Maintain Resident Dignity with Foley Catheter Bag
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The facility failed to maintain the dignity of a resident, identified as Resident #29, in relation to the handling of urinary collection bags. The resident's care plan, dated May 25, 2023, specified that the Foley catheter bag should be covered to maintain dignity when the resident is out of their room. However, on two separate days during the survey, the resident's Foley catheter bag was observed with the blue covering riding up, exposing urine at the bottom of the bag. These observations occurred while the resident was in the dining room and in the doorway of their room, facing the hallway. The deficiency was confirmed by surveyors and the Staff Development Coordinator during these observations.
Failure to Adhere to Resident's Bathing Schedule
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The facility failed to honor a resident's right to self-determination by not adhering to the resident's choice in bathing frequency. A resident reported to a surveyor that they were not receiving their scheduled weekly showers, instead only receiving a shower approximately once a month. This was corroborated by a review of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) documentation, which showed that the resident had only received two showers between November 1, 2024, and January 7, 2025. The resident was scheduled for a shower on Mondays, but the documentation and physical observation of the shower room indicated that the resident did not receive their scheduled shower on January 6, 2025. The Director of Nursing Services confirmed the discrepancy in the resident's shower schedule, noting that two instances were documented as the resident refusing bathing.
Deficiencies in Resident Care Plans
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The facility failed to ensure that the care plan for two residents was resident-centered, updated, and implemented effectively. For one resident, who transitioned to hospice care, the care plan identified potential issues such as constipation, fluid volume deficit, and disruptive behaviors related to dementia. However, observations revealed that the care plan was not followed, as the resident was found without fluids within reach and with a Hoyer sling left under them, contrary to the care plan's instructions. Staff interviews indicated that the care plan was not updated to reflect the resident's current needs, such as allowing the Hoyer sling to remain for comfort and addressing the resident's response to reduced stimulation. Another resident experienced significant weight loss over several months, yet their care plan was not adequately updated to address this issue. The care plan initially set goals for meal consumption and weight maintenance, but these goals were revised without addressing the use of nutritional supplements or the resident's meal preferences. The care plan also lacked specific parameters for weight monitoring, which contributed to the failure to prevent further weight loss. The surveyor confirmed that the care plan was not resident-centered or updated to effectively monitor and treat the resident's unintended weight loss.
Failure to Address Significant Weight Loss in a Resident
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The facility failed to address significant weight loss for a resident, identified as Resident #33 (R33), who experienced a 12.17% weight loss over a period of less than six months. Despite being prescribed a nutritional supplement, Carnation Instant Breakfast, to be given at each meal, the resident's weight continued to decline from 98.6 pounds to 86.6 pounds. The dietary notes indicated an involuntary weight loss and set goals to maintain a certain weight range, but these goals were not met, and no effective interventions were implemented to prevent further weight loss. The dietary manager did not communicate food preferences to staff or notify the physician of the weight loss, relying instead on interdisciplinary team meetings for care planning. The care plan for R33 was not updated to reflect the resident's nutritional needs or preferences, and the approach did not address the use of supplements or weight monitoring parameters. The Director of Nursing Services confirmed that the care plan was not resident-centered or updated to prevent further unintended weight loss. Additionally, the Staff Development Coordinator, responsible for monitoring residents with weight loss, did not include R33 in the monitoring list, and the provider was not notified of the significant weight loss. This lack of communication and failure to implement a resident-centered care plan contributed to the deficiency.
Incomplete Oxygen Orders and Equipment Maintenance Deficiencies
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The facility failed to provide complete and appropriate respiratory care for two residents using oxygen concentrators. For one resident, the oxygen concentrator was observed to be missing a side filter, which is against the manufacturer's instructions that explicitly state not to operate the concentrator without the filter installed. This issue was observed on two consecutive days, and the resident's order for oxygen therapy was incomplete as it did not specify the flow rate, only stating to keep oxygen saturation above 88%. For another resident with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the facility did not update the clinical record with the correct physician order after the resident returned from the hospital. The order specified oxygen to be administered at 2 liters per minute to maintain saturation above 90%, but the concentrator was set at 3 liters per minute. The Director of Nursing Services acknowledged that the physician orders should include the specific amount of liters to administer, confirming the deficiency in the documentation and execution of the oxygen therapy orders.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribou Rehab And Nursing Center | 1.6 mi | — | 1 | 0 |
| Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr | 21 mi | — | 0 | 0 |
| Aroostook Health Center | 23.8 mi | — | 22 | 0 |
| Mercy Home | 30.5 mi | — | 0 | 0 |
| High View Rehabilitation And Living Center | 37.7 mi | — | 0 | 0 |
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