F584 citations in California

Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain acceptable room temperature ranging from 71 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit (F, A unit of temperature measurement) for 17 of 17 residents (Resident 1 to Resident 17) in the Sub-Acute (a medical facility that provides medical care to chronically ill patients who are medically stable) Unit. This deficient practice placed the 17 residents on the Sub-Acute Unit at risk for dehydration (excessive loss of body water) and/or heat stroke (internal body heat with complications involving the central nervous system that occur after exposure to high temperatures). …

Southern California Hosp at Culver City D/P SNF

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a sanitary, comfortable and homelike environment when: 1. The linoleum flooring in Room 403's bathroom were torn, cracked, and peeling off around the base of the toilet exposing the subfloor and had a pungent musty odor. 2. 20 of 41 resident bathroom flooring (Rooms 101, 105, 111, 201, 206, 208, 301, 302, 305, 306, 308, 309, 310, 311, 401, 403, 406, 407, 408 and 410) were damaged and discolored. 3. There was an evidence of stagnant, dark colored liquid in the shower room (number) 3 with pungent musty odor on the missing tiles. The pungent musty odor had caused Resident 91 to feel sick and want to throw up. …

Ahmc Seton Medical Center

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a comfortable and safe environment for two out of three sampled residents (Residents 1 and 2) when the ambient (surrounding air) temperature was measured at 86 degrees Fahrenheit ( F- unit of measure). This failure had the potential to result in discomfort and increased risk of heat-related illnesses for Resident 1 and Resident 2.Findings:During a review of Resident 1's admission Record, the admission Record indicated, Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with a diagnosis including diabetes mellitus ( DM-a disorder characterized by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing), anemia (a condition where the body does not have enough health red blood cells)… …

California Post-Acute Care