Nursing Home Abuse Cases
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Nursing Home Abuse: A Closer Look
Overview
Nursing homes are designed to provide essential physical, occupational, and rehabilitative therapies. In 2002, the United States was home to over 16,000 nursing facilities, all required to adhere to strict governmental and legal standards. These include maintaining a licensed nurse on duty 24/7 and ensuring a Registered Nurse is present during at least one shift daily.
Rising Concerns
Choosing a nursing home involves trusting the facility to offer compassionate care. Families expect their loved ones to receive optimal physical and emotional support. Unfortunately, this trust is sometimes broken as reports of abuse and neglect in nursing homes continue to surface.
Factors Contributing to Abuse
Understaffing, high stress, and insufficient training are significant contributors to elder mistreatment in nursing homes. These challenging work conditions often result in subpar treatment of residents. Instances of abuse have included open wounds, bruises, burns, dehydration, malnutrition, unsanitary conditions, and unpleasant odors due to neglect.
Taking Action
Witnesses and surveys indicate that nursing home abuse is prevalent and often goes unreported. If you suspect a loved one is experiencing mistreatment, it is crucial to contact the appropriate authorities and report the situation immediately. Your action can make a significant difference in the quality of care received and in preventing further abuse.
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