Failure to Provide Privacy Cover for Urinary Catheter Bag
Penalty
Summary
A deficiency was identified when a resident's urinary catheter bag was observed hanging under the bed without a privacy cover. During multiple observations and interviews, both a CNA and a licensed nurse confirmed that the catheter bag was not covered, and acknowledged that it should have been concealed with a privacy cover to maintain the resident's dignity. The Assistant Director of Nursing also confirmed that facility policy requires the use of privacy covers for urinary catheter bags to preserve resident dignity. The facility's policies on resident rights and accommodation of needs emphasize treating residents with respect, kindness, and dignity, and specifically mention the importance of accommodating individual needs to maintain independence and well-being. Despite these policies, the lack of a privacy cover for the urinary catheter bag was observed and confirmed by staff, indicating a failure to uphold the resident's right to dignity as outlined in facility policy.