Room Size Deficiency in Resident Bedrooms
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that resident bedrooms met the required minimum size of 80 square feet per resident in multiple occupancy rooms. During a survey, it was found that 30 out of 31 rooms did not meet this requirement, with room sizes ranging from 138.92 to 314.27 square feet, accommodating two to four residents each. This deficiency was identified through a Client Accommodations Analysis and confirmed by observations and interviews with residents and staff. Despite the deficiency, residents and staff reported that the room sizes did not hinder the provision of care or affect residents' comfort and privacy. Interviews with residents and staff indicated that the current room sizes allowed for adequate movement and care provision. Residents expressed satisfaction with their room sizes, stating that they did not impact their comfort or care. Staff, including CNAs and LVNs, reported that they could safely maneuver equipment and provide necessary care within the existing room dimensions. The facility also submitted a variance request, indicating that the room sizes did not adversely affect residents' health, safety, or well-being.
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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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