Bedsores refer to injuries of the skin and underlying tissues that occur when a part of the body receives pressure for too long of a time. Though bedsores can occur just about anywhere, they typically develop over bony areas of the body, such as the hips, tailbone,...
Nursing homes have the duty to keep their residents safe, especially those suffering from a form of dementia like Alzheimer’s disease. Some homes are not suitable for people in cognitive decline, but if a home does claim to provide a sanctuary for dementia residents,...
Nursing home neglect is sometimes hard to notice or pinpoint. This is especially true if the neglect does not actually have any physical indicators. However, some of the physical indicators might additionally be mistaken for something else. This is the potential...
The presence of adequate nursing facility staff likely leads to better treatment of elderly residents. Staff shortages can result in a failure to diagnose the concerns of residents and could lead to unnecessary pain and suffering. In worst-case scenarios, nursing home...
When you start to feel unwell, you may visit your Maryland doctor with the hope that he or she is going to be able to tell you what the problem is and what to do to fix it. Yet, many patients receive incorrect medical diagnoses from their doctors. When they do, it...
Elder abuse can deteriorate self-confidence, impair judgment and jeopardize life expectancy. Watching someone you love endure an abusive situation can cause angst and uncertainty. Helping an elderly individual out of an abusive situation may require the intervention...
Putting your loved one in a nursing home can alleviate some of your responsibilities. A good facility will provide high-quality care, customized assistance and opportunities for socializing. However, sometimes hazards can put your family member at risk of a severe...
For most families, deciding to transition a loved one to a nursing home is not a simple decision. Like many others, you have probably spent hours comparing options, visiting facilities and helping your family member prepare for the adjustment. Suspecting that a person...
If you visit your loved one at their nursing facility and notice what appears to be blisters on their body, pay close attention. In reality, you may actually be looking at pressure ulcers, also called bedsores. You can often find these sores at the joints, back, hips...
The bacteria staphylococcus aureus, or staph, causes "staph infections" and other forms of very damaging, contagious infections. Unfortunately, some strains of staph have developed antibiotic resistance over the years, too, making it hard to treat. This includes MRSA....
