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Brenda Rogers
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Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Persons living in personal care facilities such as nursing homes are the most vulnerable among us for abuse and neglect. Those who cannot communicate clearly are at greatest risk of having pressure sores go untreated, not being hydrated properly, suffering injury due to falls and aspirating while eating or drinking. Pneumonia caused by aspiration is a killer that can, in most cases, be avoided when nursing homes follow proper guidelines.
If you have a loved one that is a resident of a personal care facility you should visit as often as possible. If they have limited mobility, diabetes or suffer from dementia you should check their hips, back, buttocks, elbows, heels and feet for any redness or discoloration. If any is detected insist that the nursing staff relieve the pressure points and manage the damaged skin. An air mattress with rotating air pressure pockets might be needed and they are readily available.
The Mitchell Cambron Rogers law firm will be glad to discuss with you any concerns of nursing home abuse and/or neglect you might have. This firm is committed to applauding the good work of responsible facilities and holding deficient nursing homes accountable.
Bear in mind that there are statutes of limitation on all legal issues. If you have concerns don’t wait to seek legal counsel.
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