Dangers Of Bed Rails | FL
The use of half bed rails in ALF’s is not uncommon. AHCA regulations d0 allow the use of half bed rails if certain criteria are met. ST – A0030 – RESIDENT CARE – RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES the use of physical restraints by a facility must be reviewed by the resident ‘ s physician annually. […]
Peg Tubes IN ALF’s Allowed or Not?
I get this question many times a month. Can I have a resident in my ALF who has a Peg Tube? Before I get into the details of yes or no. I would advise in my personal opinion that you not venture into this type of care as a lot of liability and risk are […]
Checking Received Food Temperatures
If your ALF has 11 beds or more, when your facility kitchen is inspected by the Health Department and even AHCA they will be looking at the following: 1. What is the process for receiving food? 2. Do staff take and record delivery temperatures? In order to be able to prove that you are doing the […]
Does Your ALF Have AN AED? | FL
Assisted living facilities with 17 or more beds are required by AHCA to have on the premises at all times a functioning automated external defibrillator. “AED” Place your AEDs in visible and accessible locations. Effective Aed programs are designed to deliver a shock to a victim within three to five minutes after the person collapses. use […]