Skin Conditions

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Bedsores, pressure ulcers, and wounds that are improperly cared for are the most common type of skin condition that can arise from nursing home neglect. It is important for assisted living facilities to diligently monitor the health of residents to prevent these skin conditions from arising.

Danielle Fielding understands the emotions you may be going through when a loved one is neglected in a nursing home. That’s why she not only can represent you in a case but also offers compassionate legal advice so you can make the best decisions for your family.

If you notice these skin conditions or other signs of neglect, call (405) 849-5414 or book a consultation to discuss your case and potential for compensation.

Bedsores and Pressure Ulcers

Bedsores or pressure ulcers are ulcers that appear on the skin and affect the underlying tissue. They may be dark spots, red areas, or open wounds and are caused by a lack of movement and unrelieved pressure to the skin. They can develop rather quickly when someone is confined to a bed and does have the ability to move around a lot. Common areas where someone may develop bedsores are the heels, ankles, tailbone, hips, shoulders, elbows, and the back of the head. Bedsores are difficult to treat and require the patient to be able to change positions frequently.

The root cause of pressure ulcers is a lack of movement and lack of blood flow, but this can easily be prevented with proper care. Often times negligent staff do not provide the necessary care to prevent residents who cannot move on their own from developing bedsores.

Bedsores are a serious complication and can result in severe consequences including death. Some of these consequences can lead to further illness of a patient including the following:

  • Infection of the bones and joints

  • Cellulitis

  • Sepsis

  • Cancer

  • Bone infection

  • Sepsis

  • Anemia

  • Autonomic dysreflexia

  • Endocarditis

As a nursing home abuse attorney, Danielle Fielding has significant experience with the nuances of nursing home abuse and neglect cases. She can get you and your family the compensation you deserve. Call Danielle Fielding at (405) 849-5414 or book a consultation.

Improper Wound Care

All wounds deserve frequent and proper treatment until they are fully healed. Wounds in the elderly can have more severe complications and take longer to heal. That is why it is necessary to constantly check up on and care for wounds at nursing homes. Many times facilities are understaffed or have overworked staff and they do not care for a wound properly. This can lead to infection or other complications.

Improper wound care can cause serious negative complications for any of the following wounds:

  • Bedsores and pressure ulcers

  • Open cuts

  • Surgical wounds

Danielle Fielding is happy to offer free consultations for anyone suffering from skin conditions or anyone who has been a victim of these conditions in a nursing home. It is not acceptable for nursing home staff to neglect skin conditions and wounds. Call (405) 849-5414 or book a consultation to start talking about your experiences with nursing home negligence.