Catheter Bag Improperly Positioned on Floor
Penalty
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Summary
A deficiency was identified when a resident with an indwelling urinary catheter was observed with their catheter collection bag in direct contact with the floor, contrary to the facility's policy requiring catheter drainage bags to be kept off the floor. The resident was cognitively impaired, incontinent of bladder, and had a history of urinary tract infections. This observation was confirmed by both an LPN and the Assistant Director of Nursing, who acknowledged that the catheter bag should not have been on the floor. The failure to maintain proper catheter care was determined through review of policies, clinical records, direct observation, and staff interviews.