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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Nhc Healthcare, Chattanooga during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to accurately code PASRR level 2 on the MDS assessments for three residents with mental health and developmental diagnoses. Despite the state agency's determination, these residents were not coded correctly, as confirmed by the MDS Supervisor, indicating a lapse in the facility's assessment process.
A resident with a history of falls and severe cognitive impairment did not have the L.A.M.P program signage implemented as required by the facility's fall prevention policy. Despite being identified as at risk for falls, the necessary visual reminders were absent, leading to a deficiency in the care plan intervention.
A resident in an LTC facility was served a coffee cup with a dark, wine-colored substance on the rim, which was easily removed with a tissue. The DON confirmed the cup was not properly cleaned before use. The facility's job descriptions for dietary staff included responsibilities for maintaining cleanliness and inspecting dishes, which were not followed in this case.
A resident with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus had incomplete medical records regarding blood glucose monitoring. Despite a physician's order for regular checks and a hyperglycemic protocol, a high blood sugar reading was not rechecked in a timely manner. Facility staff interviews revealed hesitancy in adjusting insulin due to unfamiliarity with the resident's condition. The DON confirmed the records were incomplete and inaccurate.
Failure to Accurately Code PASRR Level 2 on MDS Assessments
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The facility failed to accurately code the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) level 2 on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for three residents. According to the facility's policy, revised in November 2016, all centers are required to screen patients to determine if they have mental illness, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. For those patients deemed appropriate for nursing facility care under a Level II review, the PASRR Level II determination should be incorporated into the patient's assessments. However, the facility did not adhere to this policy for three residents who were reviewed for PASRR. Resident #35, who was admitted with diagnoses including Parkinson's Disease, Bipolar Disorder, and Hallucinations, was not coded as having a level 2 outcome on their significant change MDS assessment, despite the state agency's determination. Similarly, Resident #81, with diagnoses such as Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety, and Resident #84, with Non-Alzheimer's Dementia and Psychotic Disorder, were also not accurately coded for a PASRR level 2 on their respective MDS assessments. The MDS Supervisor confirmed that these residents were not accurately coded, which indicates a failure in the facility's assessment process.
Failure to Implement Fall Prevention Program for Resident
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The facility failed to implement a person-centered comprehensive care plan intervention related to falls for Resident #51, who was identified as being at risk for falls. The facility's policy required specific, individualized steps to assist patients in achieving their goals, including the use of the L.A.M.P program as a fall intervention. Despite this, observations revealed that there was no signage related to the L.A.M.P program on Resident #51's door or door frame, which was intended to alert staff to pay special attention to the resident's fall risk. Resident #51, who had a history of falls, severe cognitive impairment, and other medical conditions, experienced a fall while ambulating in the hallway. The post-fall investigation listed the L.A.M.P program as the intervention, yet it was not implemented as required. Interviews with staff confirmed the absence of the L.A.M.P signage, which was supposed to be a visual reminder for staff to take necessary precautions to prevent falls for this resident.
Unclean Coffee Cup Served to Resident
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The facility failed to ensure that a coffee cup was clean prior to its use by a resident. The deficiency was identified during an observation and interview with a resident who pointed out a dark substance on the rim of her coffee cup. The substance was easily removed with a tissue and was described as wine-colored. The resident, who was cognitively intact and did not require assistance with eating, was not wearing lipstick at the time of the observation, indicating that the substance was not from her. The Director of Nursing confirmed the presence of the dark substance on the coffee cup and acknowledged that the cup had not been properly cleaned before being used by the resident. The facility's job descriptions for the Dishwasher and Food and Nutrition Services Aide included responsibilities for maintaining cleanliness and inspecting dishes for quality, which were not adhered to in this instance. The Administrator also stated that dietary staff were expected to inspect dishes, cups, and eating utensils for cleanliness prior to serving food and drinks to residents.
Incomplete Blood Glucose Monitoring Documentation
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure the medical record for a resident with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus was accurate and complete, specifically regarding blood glucose monitoring. The resident had a physician's order for blood sugar checks before meals and at bedtime, as well as a hyperglycemic protocol that required insulin administration and a recheck if blood sugar levels were 401 mg/dl or higher. On 9/23/2024, the resident's blood sugar was recorded at 434 mg/dl at 4:30 PM, but the hyperglycemic protocol was not followed, as a repeat blood sugar check was not performed until 8:01 PM, over three hours later. Interviews with facility staff revealed that the Nurse Practitioner was hesitant to adjust the resident's insulin due to unfamiliarity with the resident's condition and the influence of outside food brought by family. The Medical Doctor reviewed the blood sugar levels and did not find the single elevated reading concerning, as the subsequent reading was lower. However, the Assistant Director of Nursing and the Director of Nursing confirmed that the medical record for the resident on 9/23/2024 was incomplete and inaccurate, indicating a deficiency in maintaining comprehensive and timely medical records as per the facility's policy.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
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| Siskin Subacute West | 2.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 1 | 0 |
| Life Care Center Of East Ridge | 4.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 6 | 0 |
| Nhc Healthcare Rossville | 5.4 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Life Care Center Of Red Bank | 5.7 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Pruitthealth - Fort Oglethorpe | 6.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 8 | 0 |
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