GARDEN TERRACE HEALTHCARE CENTER OF FORT WORTH in FORT WORTH, TX was fined $34,405 by CMS following 20 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

GARDEN TERRACE HEALTHCARE CENTER OF FORT WORTH (FORT WORTH, TX) — $34,405 in CMS Fines

Outcome: GARDEN TERRACE HEALTHCARE CENTER OF FORT WORTH in FORT WORTH, TX was fined $34,405 by CMS following 20 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.


• Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.


• Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.


• Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.


• Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.