Bruises, malnutrition, dehydration among signs of nursing home abuse, neglect

Exactly what are the signs of nursing home abuse? The most obvious, of course, could be death -- particularly a sudden death. Certainly, many nursing home residents die of natural causes, but if and when there is any question about a resident's death, that death should be investigated for a case of possible nursing home abuse.

Other nursing home abuse or neglect can be manifested in a variety of physical signs. These include bedsores, broken bones, bruises, malnutrition, dehydration, a bedsore infection, a urinary tract infection, physical abuse and sexual abuse.

Still more signs of possible nursing home abuse include: other forms of infection; welts; visible cuts which have no reason to exist otherwise; unexplained bruises or other injuries on any spot of the skin; under-medication or over-medication; accelerated weight loss or gain; and unclean if not unsanitary living conditions.

Signs of nursing home abuse? Take these actions

It's vital that, if a loved one is residing in a nursing home, you monitor his or her condition on a regular and consistent basis. Make note of any possible signs of abuse or neglect, and if necessary, notify a physician for medical help.

Beyond that, if a loved one in a nursing home has suffered any form of abuse or neglect, contact a nursing home abuse lawyer or attorney with the Robert Goldwater Law Firm of Attorney Bob Goldwater. You could be entitled to financial compensation and a large cash award for your nursing home abuse case.

The Goldwater Law Firm has a history of helping thousands of Americans across the nation with their personal injury legal needs. Simply fill out the free case evaluation form on this Web site and a legal representative will get back to you promptly to explore your nursing home abuse case.