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This represents a concerning pattern of oversight failures that directly impacts resident care standards.

The observation occurred in the evening when the CNA was moving the resident in the specialized mobility chair.

After removing the old dressing and cleaning fecal matter from the resident's anal area, the nurse changed gloves but failed to sanitize hands between steps.

The violation came to light when another nursing assistant reported seeing the post on the offending employee's TikTok account.

The nurse had set the IV flow regulator to 200 ml/hr instead of the prescribed 135 ml/hr - a significant deviation that could cause harmful side effects.

During this five-day period, the resident's condition deteriorated significantly.

The review process evaluated insulin administration protocols, physician orders, and compliance with prescribed treatment regimens.

These residents had feeding tubes, urinary catheters, and tracheostomies - medical devices that significantly increase infection risk.

When this system fails, residents face increased risks as facilities cannot effectively identify and address dangerous patterns.

Inspectors determined the facility failed to properly implement these safety protocols.

The resident, who had been discharged from the hospital with orders to be placed on fall precautions, was left alone in her room despite her high-risk status.

This citation represents a significant finding where the facility's practices directly impacted resident safety and wellbeing.