Failure to Safely Administer IV Fluids
Penalty
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Summary
A deficiency was identified regarding the administration of IV fluids to a resident. The facility failed to ensure that IV fluids were provided in a safe and appropriate manner when needed for a resident. This indicates that the necessary protocols or procedures for IV fluid administration were not followed at the time care was required.