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ALTOONA CENTER FOR NURSING CAR - Blair County, PA

Nursing Home Info

Nursing Home Inspection Violation:

Date of ViolationDate CorrectedType of ViolationDeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
11-19-200211-26-2002Administration DeficienciesKeep accurate and appropriate medical records.PatternPotential for minimal harm
10-02-200412-14-2004Pharmacy Service Deficiencies1) Make sure that residents who take drugs are not given too many doses or for too long; 2) make sure that the use of drugs is carefully watched; or 3) stop or change drugs that cause unwanted effects.IsolatedMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
11-19-200211-26-2002Pharmacy Service Deficiencies1) Make sure that residents who take drugs are not given too many doses or for too long; 2) make sure that the use of drugs is carefully watched; or 3) stop or change drugs that cause unwanted effects.IsolatedMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
12-27-200402-18-2005Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents.PatternMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
12-27-200402-18-2005Quality Care DeficienciesMake sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene.IsolatedMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
04-11-200305-02-2003Quality Care DeficienciesMake sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene.IsolatedMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
10-02-200411-24-2004Quality Care DeficienciesGive each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible.IsolatedMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
10-02-200411-24-2004Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discharged.IsolatedMinimal harm or potential for actual harm
All violations listed are based on federal government records.