Failure to Maintain Odor-Free Environment on Resident Hall
Penalty
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Summary
A deficiency was identified when a strong urine odor was repeatedly observed on the South hall, which housed 14 residents. Surveyors noted the persistent odor on multiple occasions, and staff interviews confirmed the presence of the smell. An LPN reported that the odor was particularly strong in the morning and intensified when the hopper room door was opened, attributing the smell to residents' urine. A CNA indicated that the odor seemed to originate from specific rooms, and despite changing residents, linens, and cleaning mattresses, the strong urine smell persisted. The CNA also noted that another resident's mattress had a similar odor, and cleaning efforts did not eliminate it.