- Dual (Maltreatment)
- Client reported he was choked by a staff member. Client became upset, kicked a door open and attempted to elope. Client was stopped and brought back by a peer. Staff stopped the other patient from trying to assist and client became physically aggressive towards staff. Nurse assessment revealed no injuries to indicate he was choked. Alleged staff member stated he did not choke client, and was defending himself from client attempting to bite, hit, kick, and spit on him. Four patient witnesses were interviewed and indicated client was not choked by staff. Staff placed on leave pending investigation.
- Licensing follow-up on 9/16/22: Facility visited, and Specialist interviewed client and witnesses. Three patient witnesses report at no time did they see staff choke client, and one patient reported he heard client yelling “quit choking me” but did not witness the incident. All statements were collected. Outcome: Unfounded.
PRLU or OLTC
Licensing Follow Up, Maltreatment, Notice of Incident