Improper Placement of Urine Container and Trash Can Near Resident's Personal Items
Penalty
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Summary
A deficiency occurred when a trash can with a hanging urine container was observed placed on a bedside table, in close proximity to a resident's drinking tumbler. The resident involved had diagnoses including HIV and impaired mobility. During observation and interviews, facility staff acknowledged that the trash can and urine container should not have been placed on the bedside table or near the resident's personal items, as this could lead to contamination. Review of CDC guidelines confirmed that proper handling and separation of patient care equipment and personal items is required to prevent infection.