Unnecessary Use of Psychotropic Medications
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or the use of medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. This deficiency indicates that residents were either prescribed psychotropic drugs without a clear clinical indication or were given medications that limited their functional abilities, contrary to regulatory requirements.