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Spanish Trails Rehab: Care Plan Failures - NM

Healthcare Facility
Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation
Albuquerque, NM  ·  3/5 stars

The resident, identified in inspection records as Resident 2, had diarrhea and needed frequent brief changes throughout the day. She wasn't getting them. A registered nurse told inspectors she was aware the resident's brief wasn't being checked or changed as often as it should be. She knew because the evidence had already appeared on the resident's skin.

The redness in the groin area, the nurse explained, is what happens when someone stays in a soiled brief too long.

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The facility's Interim Director of Nursing confirmed what that meant in practice. She told inspectors that moisture-associated skin damage in the groin is typically caused by incontinence, and that she would expect a resident with diarrhea to have her brief checked and changed every two hours, and more often if needed. She confirmed the resident had been changed only one to two times in a full 24-hour period.

That did not happen, the interim director said.

The violation was cited at the minimal harm level, meaning inspectors determined no severe injury had occurred. The skin damage had already started.

Full Inspection Report

The details above represent a summary of key findings. View the complete inspection report for Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites from 2025-11-13 including all violations, facility responses, and corrective action plans.

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Last verified: August 5, 2026  ·  Our methodology

Quick Answer

Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM was cited for violations during a health inspection on November 13, 2025.

The resident, identified in inspection records as Resident 2, had diarrhea and needed frequent brief changes throughout the day.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened at Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation?
The resident, identified in inspection records as Resident 2, had diarrhea and needed frequent brief changes throughout the day.
How serious are these violations?
Violation severity varies from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the inspection report for specific deficiency codes and scope. All violations must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification inspections.
What should families do?
Families should: (1) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (2) Request to see the follow-up inspection report verifying corrections, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspection reports, (4) Compare this facility's ratings with other nursing homes in Albuquerque, NM, (5) Report any new concerns directly to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
The complete inspection report is available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request a copy directly from Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation or from the state Department of Health. The report includes specific deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines. This facility's federal provider number is 325131.
Has this facility had violations before?
To check Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation's history, visit Medicare.gov's Care Compare and review their inspection history, quality ratings, and staffing levels. Look for patterns of repeated violations, especially in critical areas like abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, and resident safety.


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