Failure to Maintain Required Ambient Temperatures in Resident Rooms
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the required ambient temperature range of 71 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit in several resident rooms, as evidenced by direct observations and interviews. Three sampled resident rooms were found to have temperatures ranging from 82 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents in these rooms reported feeling hot and uncomfortable, with one resident using a portable electric fan and not wearing a gown or shirt due to the heat. The Assistant Maintenance Supervisor confirmed the elevated temperatures and stated that it had always been warm in that area of the facility. Further, it was noted that someone had altered the thermostat settings, which may have contributed to the temperature issue. Facility documentation requires maintaining ambient temperatures within the specified range, which was not met in these instances.