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32 | dates or time provided to when this incident had occurred. There also wasn't any witnesses identified to confirm R1's fall. LPA interviewed one of R1's relatives (Relative #1), who confirmed the fall, but could not provide date, time and witnesses. Relative #1 also does not know if R1 sustained a concussion as this incident was heard threw third person. Relative #1 was not there to observe this incident, nor places fault or neglect with facility. LPA interviewed another one of R1's Relative, (Relative #2), who was also aware of R1's fall, and was notified of this incident. Relative #2 stated no concussion was sustained, and did not express any concerns regarding this allegation. Relative #2 stated administrator offered to send R1 to the hospital, but R1 declined. Interviews made with both administrator and staff reveal that R1 fell out of their recliner on or around 12/26/25, but no injury was sustained. Paramedics were called, and R1 was assessed with no serious injuries. R1 also declined to go to the hospital. Interview with R1 confirms a fall, but R1 could not recall time and date. R1 stated no injuries were sustained, and confirmed administrator called paramedics, but declined hospitalization. Interviews with four (4) residents do not corroborate with the allegation.
Based on the information obtained through interviews and observation, there was insufficient evidence to prove that Staff did not seek medical treatment for resident's injury in a timely manner. Therefore, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time.
Regarding allegation: Staff did not address a significant change in the resident's weight, it was reported that R1 used to weigh 170 lbs. When last checked R1 now weighs 158 lbs. Both Relative #1 and #2 were interviewed, but could not explain the weight loss. Relative #2 states R1's weight can fluctuate as R1 can have a poor appetite at times. Relative #2 stated there doesn't appear to be a significant change in weight as in speaking with R1's primary, adults weighing average in R1's age range and height is between 150lbs to 185lbs. Relative #2 also stated it can be an adjustment with R1's medications. Interview with both administrator deny the allegation of not addressing R1's significant weight change. Both stated R1's weight can fluctuate due to loss of appetite or medication adjustment. They do notify R1's physician, who gave them the same reasons. They were both advised R1 is still within normal weight range for their age. Interview with R1 deny neglect. R1 stated they experience moods with a poor appetite. Review of R1's records show a fluctuation with weight. R1's weight on their ID is 160lbs, while on their physician report, it lists R1 at 185lbs. Interviews with four (4) residents also do not corroborate with the allegation.
Based on the information obtained through interviews and record review, there was insufficient evidence to prove that Staff did not address a significant change in the resident's weight. Therefore, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. |