Failure to Follow Contact Precautions for Resident with Infection
Penalty
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Summary
A deficiency was identified when a certified nursing assistant (CNA) entered the room of a resident who was on contact precautions for an infection without donning the required personal protective equipment (PPE), specifically a gown and gloves. The resident, admitted with a diagnosis of osteomyelitis, had a sign posted outside the room indicating contact precautions and a PPE cart was available at the door. Despite these measures, the CNA failed to follow proper transmission-based precautions as outlined in the facility's infection control policy, which adheres to CDC guidelines. This lapse was confirmed by a licensed practical nurse (LPN) who verified the resident's precaution status and the CNA's failure to use appropriate PPE.