NURSING HOME ABUSE
Nursing home abuse occurs when caretakers harm or injure nursing home residents. Nursing home abuse may be intentional or unintentional and may involve physical or emotional harm. For instance, caretakers may harm their patients physically by hitting, kicking, pushing, etc. In addition, patients’ psychological well-being may be affected when caretakers yell at their patients, insult patients, and even prevent patients from seeing their families. All these instances can cause long-term anxiety or depression.
SIGNS OF NURSING HOME ABUSE
It can be difficult to notice when patients are being neglected by their caretakers so it is important to recognize the signs of abuse patients may be facing. Some signs may include:
- Bed sores
- Physical harm or unexplained injuries
- Anxiety
- Emotional disturbance
- Weight fluctuations
- Poor hygiene
NURSING HOMES ABUSE / NURSING HOME MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
When nursing home residents are injured because of the acts or conduct of the nursing home staff and employees, the nursing home may be liable. Certain instances where this may occur include:
Environmental dangers: It is the nursing homes’ responsibility to provide a safe environment to patients and be cautious of anything that could be dangerous. For example, when patients are holding onto the railing for support, making sure that the railing is as sturdy as possible is critical for the patient’s safety.
Understaffing: Nursing homes are required to employ a certain number of caretakers to sufficiently care for each patient. If nursing homes have a limited number of nurses, all patients aren’t being properly taken care of.
Inadequate security: Nursing homes are obligated to provide secure safety measures to their facilities to ensure the safety of their residents and workers. Accommodating with protection is necessary for nursing home facilities to maintain a safe environment for caretakers and patients.
Medication errors: Being thorough and following the necessary procedure for prescribing medication is crucial in nursing home facilities. If patients are prescribed the wrong medication or incorrect dosage, this can cause a great danger to the patient.
HOUSTON MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ATTORNEYS
The Houston medical malpractice attorneys at AnunobiLaw PLLC assist clients that have been victims of nursing home abuse. If you suspect that you or your loved one has been a victim of nursing home abuse or malpractice, we would love to hear about your case and assist you with investigating and/or prosecuting your claims. Our medical malpractice attorneys assist clients in Houston, Sugar Land, Richmond, The Woodlands, Conroe, River Oaks, The Heights, Katy, and surrounding areas. Call us at 832-538-0833
