Signs of Elder Abuse and Neglect
There are certain warning signs that can indicate nursing home abuse and neglect has occurred and/or still is occurring.
Some residents are hesitant to disclose instances of nursing home abuse out of fear that the abuse will get worse, be thrown out, or because they do not want to burden their families.
Some residents may not even be able to communicate that nursing home abuse is occurring due to physical or mental limitations. If there are any signs or indicators that nursing home abuse is present, immediate action should be taken.
To learn more about your legal options, contact a Milwaukee nursing home abuse lawyer at PKSD today. We are Wisconsin’s largest nursing home abuse law firm and are ready to help you today.
Signs of Physical Elder Abuse
- Wounds, cuts, abrasions, burns
- Bruises, welts, swelling
- Broken bones
- Sudden, inexplicable weight loss
- Unexplained/hidden injuries
- Unwarranted restraints
Jeffrey A. Pitman
Mr. Pitman is a member of the Nursing Home Litigation Group of the American Association for Justice. Mr. Pitman was President of the Wisconsin Association for Justice in 2013 and is a current member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). He lectures extensively on nursing home abuse and neglect and has authored numerous articles in the area of personal injury litigation.
Signs of Mental Elder Abuse
- fear, agitation, hesitancy
- Depression, withdrawal
- Sudden behavior changes
- Unusual behavior patterns
- Unwillingness to communicate
- Disorientation, confusion
- Unjustified isolation
- Rude, humiliating, derogatory comments by staff
Signs of Elder Neglect
- Bed sores (decubitus ulcers)
- Unsanitary environment
- Malnutrition, dehydration
- Smells of urine and/or feces
- Unkempt appearance
- Poor personal hygiene
- Untreated medical condition
- Falls
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