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F0921
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Improper Storage of Chemicals and Sharps in Memory Care Unit

Kettering, Ohio Survey Completed on 11-24-2025

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

During an observation of the memory care unit, surveyors found that the biohazard room was left unlocked with sharps containers containing used needles and other medical supplies accessible. Additionally, the shower room was unlocked, and prescription Nystatin powder, Zinc/Nystatin cream, and Micro-Kill Two Germicidal Wipes were found on top of an unlocked cabinet. The label on the Micro-Kill Two Germicidal Wipes specifically stated to keep the product out of reach of children. The Director of Nursing confirmed that these items should have been stored in a locked cabinet. Review of the Safety Data Sheet for the germicidal wipes indicated the product is classified as acutely toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of children. Facility policy also requires that chemicals must never be left unattended or stored in resident-accessible areas. These findings had the potential to affect all 21 residents on the memory care unit.

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