What must be true for a resident to be selected in the survey sample?

For a resident to be selected in the survey sample, it is essential that they should have been marked as FI (found insufficient) by a surveyor. This designation indicates that the resident has been noted for having significant issues that require closer examination. The marking of FI signals to the survey team that there are particular factors regarding this resident that warrant further investigation, potentially highlighting concerns about care quality or safety.

This selection helps ensure that the survey sample focuses on residents who may be at higher risk or who exhibit troubling indicators that need attention. The purpose of the survey is to evaluate and enhance care quality, so selecting individuals with marked issues is critical for accurate assessment and improvement. Other conditions, such as having no care area issues or having a single abuse concern, do not necessarily reflect the need for selection in a sample aimed at identifying problems.