Complaint Investigation Report

These sources confirmed R1 developed wounds on R1 legs and R1’s hospice agency requested a lab test, which revealed a positive result for MRSA. Interviews with staff consistently revealed R1 was initially isolated and followed infection control procedures. External sources revealed R1’s hospice agency collaborated with R1’s primary care physician and a wound care provider to provide the appropriate care.

Although R1 was allowed to ambulate through the facility, staff maintained the wounds covered and followed general precautions and environmental cleaning procedures to prevent cross contamination.

Review of records revealed the facility had provided staff training pertaining to infection control procedures.

Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, the allegation was unsubstantiated.

An exit interview was conducted with Prichard, to whom a copy of this report, and Licensee/Appeals Rights (LIC 9058), were provided.