Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assistants are trained and supervised.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025