A list of the most recent deficiencies for Ballard Nursing Center. The list is based on the information provided by CMS from both standard inspections and from complaints filed by residents.
Deficiency | Type of Deficiency | Deficiency Date | Date Corrected | Resulted from a Complaint? |
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Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2023-02-09 | 2023-04-01 | N |
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-05-10 | N |
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-05-10 | N |
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-05-10 | N |
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-05-10 | N |
Have an externally vented heating system. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-05-10 | N |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-10 | N |
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-10 | N |
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-10 | N |
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-10 | N |
Have an externally vented heating system. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-10 | N |