Failure to Timely Report Resident Bruising
Penalty
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Summary
A facility failed to ensure timely reporting of suspected abuse when a certified nursing assistant (CNA) observed a large bruise on a resident's right arm, wrist, and hand during morning care but did not report the finding immediately. The CNA first noticed the bruising at approximately 8:30 AM while assisting the resident with dressing but did not inform anyone at that time due to being busy. The bruising was only reported later in the afternoon to the Social Services Director. According to the facility's policy, injuries of unknown origin, such as bruises, are to be reported immediately to the appropriate personnel.