Nursing Home Shortcomings Contribute to Unaddressed Infections and Tragic Outcomes

This case centers on the unfortunate experience of an elderly female resident within a nursing home environment. Alongside her existing health concerns like atrial fibrillation, ischemic heart disease, peripheral artery disease, and heart failure, her deteriorating condition saw the emergence of several critical issues. These included an unstable pressure wound on her left gluteal area,…

Read More...
Nursing home long-term caregiver with patient

Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities: Abuse, Neglect, Risk & Liability

Unfortunately, nursing home neglect is an all-too-regular occurrence in the United States. The misfortune happens when residents or patients in care homes aren’t given enough attention and endure physical or mental health problems.   “Neglect is the failure to meet an older adult’s basic needs. These needs include food, water, shelter, clothing, hygiene, and essential…

Read More...