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Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Ohio Living Dorothy Love during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility did not follow its Legionella Program Plan, which required quarterly flushing and annual inspection of the hot water tank to reduce pathogen risk. The Maintenance Technician confirmed the lack of documentation for these actions, putting all 43 residents at risk, although no Legionella cases were reported.
A staff member failed to cleanse food thermometers between uses, leading to potential cross-contamination. The staff member used two thermometers to check the temperature of various food items without disinfecting them in between, affecting 19 residents on the Rehab Hall. The staff member confirmed the oversight during an interview.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment and dependent on staff for all ADLs was found with long fingernails and debris, despite facility policy requiring staff assistance. Staff interviews indicated that nail care was expected from the Hospice provider, leading to a deficiency in care.
A resident with a history of stroke and COPD experienced a skin tear when a CNA improperly removed a Lidocaine patch. The incident was not documented, and no skin assessment was conducted. The LPN and LPN Supervisor failed to notify the physician or family, and the CNA was not authorized to remove the patch.
A resident with lymphedema and malnutrition had a new wound on the right leg that was not promptly classified or staged as a pressure ulcer. The facility staff failed to follow prescribed wound care instructions, leading to improper wrapping and a deep tissue injury. Despite education on correct dressing techniques, the treatment was not completed as instructed, resulting in a deficiency in pressure ulcer care.
A resident with multiple diagnoses, including stroke and COPD, had a Lidocaine patch improperly removed by a CNA, resulting in a skin tear. The CNA was not trained in medication administration, and the patch was not removed as scheduled. The incident was not reported to management, and the LPN Supervisor did not assess the area or address the incident with the CNA.
A facility failed to serve food at the required temperature, affecting a resident with multiple medical conditions. Observations showed food items were below the mandated 135 degrees Fahrenheit, with fish nuggets being cold to taste. The resident expressed concerns about food not being served hot, and the facility's policy requires hot food to be served at a minimum of 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
A resident with a history of swallowing difficulties and other medical conditions was not provided meals according to physician orders for a mechanically altered diet with extra gravy. Despite a choking episode and concerns raised by the resident's spouse, dietary staff were unaware of the resident's dietary needs, leading to the resident receiving inappropriate meals.
Failure to Implement Legionella Water Management Program
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The facility failed to implement its water management program as outlined in its Legionella Program Plan, which is designed to reduce the risk of Legionella and other pathogens in the water system. The plan required quarterly flushing of the hot water tank's bottom drain valve for five minutes at full flow and an annual inspection, cleaning, disinfection, and descaling of the hot water tank. However, there was no documented evidence that these actions had been performed. During an interview, the Maintenance Technician confirmed the absence of documentation and acknowledged that the failure to complete the water management plan placed all 43 residents at risk for Legionella, despite no cases being reported in the facility.
Failure to Cleanse Food Thermometers Between Uses
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure proper hygiene practices were followed when using food thermometers, leading to a potential risk of cross-contamination. During an observation on the Rehab Hall, a staff member was seen using two different thermometers to check the temperature of various food items on the steam table. The staff member took the temperature of a chicken breast and then used the same thermometer to check the temperature of zucchini chips without cleansing or disinfecting it in between. Similarly, the second thermometer was used to check the temperature of Italian wedding soup with meatballs and then fish nuggets, again without cleansing or disinfecting it between uses. The staff member confirmed during an interview that the thermometers were not cleansed or disinfected between checking different food items, acknowledging that they should have been cleaned with an alcohol wipe to prevent cross-contamination. This deficiency had the potential to affect 19 residents residing on the Rehab Hall.
Failure to Maintain Resident's Nail Hygiene
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a resident's fingernails were trimmed and free of debris, affecting one resident who was dependent on staff for all activities of daily living (ADLs). The resident, who had severe cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's disease and a history of cerebrovascular accident, was observed on multiple occasions with long fingernails and debris underneath them. Despite being dependent on staff for all ADLs, the resident's fingernails were not properly maintained, as confirmed by observations and staff interviews. Interviews with facility staff, including a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), revealed that the responsibility for trimming the resident's fingernails was attributed to the Hospice provider, who was supposed to perform bed baths and nail care. However, the facility's policy on ADLs stated that facility staff are responsible for assisting residents with ADLs to the extent necessary on a daily basis. This discrepancy between the facility's policy and the actual care provided contributed to the deficiency observed by the surveyors.
Failure to Assess and Document Skin Tear Incident
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Summary
The facility failed to provide a thorough assessment following a skin tear incident involving a resident. The resident, who had a history of stroke, hemiplegia, COPD, and nausea, was admitted with intact cognition and required substantial assistance with daily activities. The deficiency occurred when a CNA removed a Lidocaine patch from the resident's neck, causing a small skin tear. Despite the incident, there was no documentation of a skin assessment, nor were the physician or family notified. Additionally, no treatment interventions were recorded for the skin tear. Interviews revealed that the LPN who was informed of the incident did not complete a skin assessment or notify the necessary parties, instead opting to leave the area open to air. The LPN Supervisor was also informed but did not assess the area or report the incident to management, relying on the LPN's assurance that the CNA had been informed of the error. The incident highlighted a lapse in protocol adherence, as CNAs are not authorized to remove Lidocaine patches, and the patch was not removed at the scheduled time.
Deficiency in Pressure Ulcer Care Due to Improper Wound Management
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Summary
The facility failed to timely assess and properly manage a wound for a resident, leading to a deficiency in pressure ulcer care. Resident #97, who was admitted with conditions including lymphedema and moderate protein calorie malnutrition, had a new wound on the right lower leg that was not promptly classified or staged as a pressure ulcer. Despite the presence of a wound note documenting the wound's characteristics, the type and stage of the wound were not determined in a timely manner. The wound was initially labeled as a venous ulcer without a clear explanation, and the Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (WCNP) delayed the classification until a weekly visit. Additionally, the facility staff failed to follow the prescribed wound care instructions for Resident #97. The dressing change observation revealed that the wraps on the resident's legs were not applied correctly, as they did not cover the feet as instructed. This improper wrapping led to the dressing rolling down and causing fluid-filled blisters, resulting in a deep tissue injury. Despite education provided to the staff on the correct dressing technique, the treatment was not completed as instructed, contributing to the deficiency in pressure ulcer care.
Improper Removal of Transdermal Patch by Unqualified Staff
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a transdermal Lidocaine patch was removed by a qualified staff member and according to the physician's order for a resident. The resident, who was admitted with diagnoses including stroke, hemiplegia, COPD, and nausea, had a physician's order for a Lidocaine patch to be applied at 5:00 A.M. and removed at 5:00 P.M. On a specific date, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) removed the patch from the resident's neck, causing a small skin tear. The CNA was not trained in medication administration, including the removal of transdermal patches. Interviews with staff revealed that the CNA removed the patch during evening care, noting that it had a lot of adhesive. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) confirmed that the CNA was not trained to remove patches and that the incident was not reported to management. The LPN Supervisor was informed of the skin tear but did not assess the area or address the incident with the CNA, assuming the LPN had already spoken to the CNA. The patch was not removed as scheduled, leading to the deficiency in care for the resident.
Failure to Serve Food at Appropriate Temperature
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that food was served at an appetizing temperature, affecting one resident out of twelve reviewed for food concerns. Resident #97, who was admitted with medical diagnoses including lymphedema, hypertension, atherosclerotic heart disease, and moderate protein calorie malnutrition, was cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 13. The resident required assistance for meals, toileting hygiene, bed mobility, and transfers. During an observation, the temperature of food items on the steam table was recorded as below the required 135 degrees Fahrenheit, with chicken breast at 126 degrees, fish nuggets at 116 degrees, Italian wedding soup at 140 degrees, and zucchini chips at 120 degrees. Further observation of a test tray confirmed that the fish nuggets were cold to taste, while the soup, chicken breast, and zucchini chips were slightly warmer. The facility's policy mandates that all hot food items must be served at a temperature of at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit. An interview with Resident #97 revealed concerns about the food not always being served hot. The deficiency was identified through a combination of medical record reviews, observations, staff and resident interviews, and policy reviews.
Failure to Provide Mechanically Altered Diet as Ordered
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a resident received meals prepared according to physician orders, specifically a mechanically altered diet with extra gravy or condiments. The resident, who had diagnoses including lymphedema, hypertension, atherosclerotic heart disease, and moderate protein-calorie malnutrition, experienced a choking episode during breakfast. Despite the physician's order for a mechanically soft diet, the resident was served a regular texture meal, which she was unable to eat due to difficulty swallowing. Observations and interviews revealed that the dietary staff was unaware of the resident's dietary needs, as evidenced by the incorrect diet ticket on the resident's breakfast tray. The resident's spouse expressed concerns about her difficulty eating and mentioned that the speech therapist had recommended ground meat. The facility's failure to communicate and adhere to the prescribed dietary orders resulted in the resident receiving inappropriate meals, highlighting a deficiency in dietary management and communication within the facility.
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