Nursing Home News — Page 971

On August 23, 2024, staff discovered an open area on the resident's buttocks during routine skin observations.

Hospital records showed the patient had been prescribed Seroquel, a powerful antipsychotic medication, to be taken at 50 milligrams once daily at bedtime.

The violation affected a small number of residents at the 99-bed skilled nursing facility.

The resident explained that her hands were numb due to neuropathy, making her unable to remove the hearing aids independently.

This represents a fundamental breakdown in the systematic approach required to identify care deficiencies and implement corrective measures.

Progressive weight loss can lead to muscle wasting, weakened immune function, slower wound healing, and increased susceptibility to infections.

On March 6, 2025, inspectors observed a resident with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and Parkinson's disease who reported 9 out of 10 pain intensity.

On May 30, 2024, the facility's nurse practitioner ordered IV fluids and laboratory tests for the resident due to weakness and lethargy.

The resident required substantial assistance with daily activities and spent most of their time in bed, placing them at high risk for pressure injuries.

SEO_DESCRIPTION: Fort Wayne nursing home failed infection control protocols during medical procedures, creating contamination risks for vulnerable residents.

The January 24, 2025 federal inspection revealed that the 615 W.

The citation represents the most serious level of nursing home violations, indicating conditions that pose immediate risk to resident health and safety.