Failure to Maintain Effective Pest Control Program
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program as evidenced by the presence of ants in a resident's room. During an observation, several ants were seen crawling both inside and outside a dresser drawer that was partially open in the resident's room. The resident reported that ants were present in her room consistently and had previously been found in her bed. Review of the resident's clinical record showed diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, personality disorder, and major depressive disorder, and the resident was noted to be cognitively intact. The facility's current pest control policy, which aims to ensure a pest-free environment, was provided but was undated.