Failure to Maintain Resident Dignity During Meal Assistance
Penalty
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Summary
Staff failed to provide care in a manner that maintained and promoted dignity for one resident who was severely cognitively impaired. During a meal, a nursing assistant (NA) was observed standing next to the resident while assisting her with eating, rather than sitting at eye level as required. The NA later explained that there were not enough chairs available in the dining room at the time and that she attempted to get assistance to bring a chair. The Director of Nursing confirmed that staff should ideally be at eye level when assisting residents with meals.