Failure to Post Enhanced Barrier Precautions Signage for Resident with Nephrostomy Tube
Summary
A cognitively intact resident with a history of kidney calculus and pyonephrosis had a nephrostomy tube placed and was under orders for Enhanced Barrier Precautions. On review of the resident's order summary and during an observation, it was found that there was no Enhanced Barrier Precautions signage on the resident's door. Although an isolation cart with PPE was present inside the room, there was no signage to alert staff or visitors to the required precautions. This lack of signage was confirmed by the unit manager during the observation and review.
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