Deficiency in Resident Room Size Requirements
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that multiple-resident bedrooms met the required minimum space of 80 square feet per resident. This deficiency was identified in six rooms out of 45, where the space per resident ranged from 72.5 to 76.7 square feet. The facility's policy mandates that double rooms should provide at least 80 square feet per resident, and single rooms should provide at least 100 square feet. Despite the deficiency, there were no negative consequences or safety concerns noted, and residents were able to move freely around their rooms without obstruction from furniture or equipment. Interviews with staff, including CNAs and an LVN, revealed that the room sizes did not hinder their ability to provide care. The Director of Nursing was unaware of the specific room size requirements but expected rooms to be large enough for care provision and resident movement. The Administrator acknowledged the importance of meeting the 80 square feet per resident requirement to ensure adequate space for residents and staff. Despite the deficiency, no residents expressed concerns about their room sizes.
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Six residents were found to be living in single rooms that did not meet the minimum required 100 square feet of living space, with room sizes ranging from 91.50 to 97.75 square feet, as confirmed by facility records and administrator interview.
Single Resident Rooms Below Required Square Footage
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Summary
The facility failed to provide single resident rooms with at least 100 square feet of living space, as required. During a survey, it was confirmed through interview with the Administrator and review of the space/occupancy certification waiver that six single rooms, each occupied by a resident, measured less than the required 100 square feet. The specific room sizes ranged from 91.50 to 97.75 square feet. This deficiency affected six residents who were residing in these undersized single rooms at the time of the survey.
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