Violation Details: 00300323-AP-253682

Date
12/4/2023
Report number
00300323-AP-253682
Type
Abuse: Neglect
Level
2 - Minor harm or potential for moderate harm
Allegation
Failed to assist with eating
Result
Substantiated
Findings
The Alleged Victim (AV) relies on the facility for assistance with eating and drinking and medication administration. According to an investigation, on or about 12/04/2023 AV was sent to the hospital and was diagnosed with dehydration. The facility has also been providing AV with a laxative, when the order stated to hold if AV has loose stools. AV was having diarrhea, but the laxatives were still being given to AV. The facility failed to provide basic care by not assisting AV with eating and drinking and failed to provide proper medication administration by not following the physician's orders for the laxative. This is a violation of resident rights, is considered neglect which constitutes abuse.
Sanction
RCFCP25-01301 $250.00 fine assessed