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TRINITY HEALTH LIVONIA HOSPITAL
PATIENT RIGHTS: CARE IN SAFE SETTING
Tag No.: A0144
Based on observation and record review, the facility failed to ensure the safe storage of 1 of 1 oxygen cylinders observed in a patient care area, resulting in the potential for harm for all patients in the patient care area. Findings include:
On 9/24/2024 at 0925 during a tour of the facility's Emergency Department (ED), an oxygen cylinder was observed stored in the corner of a triage room. The cylinder was not secured in any rack, holder, or transport cart. ED Nurse Manager Staff E confirmed the finding at the time of discovery.
Upon review of the facility's policy "Compressed Gases," dated 2/2024, the policy revealed that "Cylinders and tanks must be properly secured at all times to prevent them from falling and "Assure that oxygen cylinders are properly secured in racks or holders or transport carts."