Failure to Provide Appropriately Sized Bed for Tall Resident
Penalty
Summary
Facility staff failed to provide reasonable accommodation for a resident who was over 6 feet tall by not ensuring the bed was of adequate length. Multiple observations over several days showed the resident lying or sitting in bed with his knees bent and feet touching the footboard, indicating the bed was too short. The resident verbally confirmed that the bed was too short for him and expressed discomfort. Review of the care plan and progress notes revealed no documentation of concerns regarding the bed size or length for this resident. Staff interviews confirmed that residents should have beds that fit them for comfort and proper positioning. The issue was brought to the attention of facility leadership, who acknowledged that bed size should accommodate resident needs.