Identifying Signs of Nursing Home Neglect
Negligence in a nursing home can take many forms, including neglect, abuse, and inadequate medical care.
Identifying nursing home negligence can be a challenging task, but it is important to be vigilant in order to protect the well-being of our loved ones who are in the care of nursing homes. Negligence in a nursing home can take many forms, including neglect, abuse, and inadequate medical care.
Be aware of the common signs of nursing home neglect . Contact The Law Offices of Cardaro & Peek to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced medical malpractice attorneys in Maryland and Washington, D.C. Our experienced team of legal professionals can help you and your family recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and conscious pain and suffering. If you lost a loved one due to nursing home neglect, we can investigate their wrongful death on your behalf. Learn more about some common warning signs of nursing home neglect here, and do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Change in Physical/Emotional Condition
One of the first signs of nursing home negligence is a change in the physical or emotional condition of your loved one. For example, if your loved one suddenly loses weight, has unexplained bruises or injuries, or becomes withdrawn and unresponsive, it could be a sign of neglect or abuse. Other signs include poor hygiene, unkempt living conditions, and unsanitary conditions. The staff and caretakers are responsible for assisting in the basic care of their patients. Elderly adults may need help with personal care, like bathing, brushing their teeth, and trimming their nails. Your loved one’s unkempt appearance can indicate that their everyday needs are not being tended to.
Unexplained Injuries
“Unexplained injuries” are any physical injury that your loved one has which the nursing home staff cannot provide a clear explanation for or reason as to how it occurred. These injuries could be a sign of abuse or negligence by the staff.
Some examples of unexplained injuries in a nursing home setting include:
- Bruising on the arms or legs that the resident cannot explain
- Cuts or abrasions on the skin without a clear cause
- Fractures that are not the result of a fall
- Burns or blisters on the skin without a clear cause
All of these injuries could happen as a result of normal medical conditions or accidents. But if the staff cannot provide a clear explanation or if the injury is in a suspicious location such as wrists or ankles, it is important to investigate further. Keep in mind that your loved one may not report the abuse/negligence because of declining cognitive function, disability, or fear of retaliation.
Contact The Law Offices of Cardaro & Peek, LLC Today
Do you believe that your loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect? The lawyers at Cardaro & Peek can help.
The lawyers at Cardaro & Peek, LLC have the experience and resources necessary to investigate and litigate all types of medical claims throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. Cardaro & Peek, LLC has medical personnel on staff and has access to nationally recognized, board-certified physicians and other experts, to assist in the investigation, analysis, and prosecution of all types of medical malpractice claims. If you or a loved one have experienced malpractice, give us a call at 410-752-6166. Please visit our website www.cardarolaw.com and follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and LinkedIn for more information.
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