Suspicions that a parent, grandparent, or other loved one is suffering abuse in a nursing home are devastating and require immediate attention. Some signs to look for that should lead you to asking more questions include:
- Changes in behavior
- Weight loss or weight gain
- Bruises, scratches, cuts, abrasions, or welts
- Apparent over-sedation or overmedication
- Inability to communicate
- Bed sores
- Dehydration
- Sudden anxiety, distress, or becoming emotional for no apparent reason
Generally, if your instinct is that there is something wrong, there’s usually something wrong. Nursing home abuse cases are always serious, because it’s unlikely that a single resident is being victimized while everyone else is being treated well. Odds are that others are suffering, and you have the ability to create changes that will improve everyone’s quality of life.
At The Gertler Law Firm, we can help you evaluate the situation and move forward in the best way for your loved one. Call us today at (504) 475-7788 for a free and confidential consultation with an experienced New Orleans personal injury and medical malpractice attorney.