Non-Functioning Call Bell System in Resident Bathroom
Penalty
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Summary
Facility documentation review, resident interviews, and direct observation revealed that the call bell system in the bathroom and bathing area for one resident was not functioning. The facility's policy requires staff to ensure that call lights are plugged in, operational at all times, and that any defective call lights are promptly reported. However, during an interview, the resident stated that the call bell had not worked for some time and had not reported the issue due to other unaddressed concerns. Subsequent observation confirmed the call bell system was non-functional in the resident's environment.