Malnutrition, Dehydration & Bed Sores
South Carolina Nursing Home Abuse AttorneysServing Clients in Rock Hill, Columbia and AndersonVictims of nursing home abuse and neglect are often helpless in defending themselves against malnutrition, dehydration and bedsores. Nursing homes and other healthcare centers are licensed by the state and must meet quality standards. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse occurs all too often. If a loved one has been victim of nursing home neglect through malnutrition, dehydration or bed sores, contact the lawyers at McGowan, Hood & Felder, LLC. MalnutritionProper nutrition is essential in maintaining the health of an elderly individual. Without it, they may suffer a host of medical problems, from infections and pneumonia to decreased mobility and even death. It is the responsibility of the nursing home or care center to provide each resident with proper nutrition. If you suspect that a loved one is being malnourished in a nursing home, it is important to seek legal counsel immediately. DehydrationDehydration in nursing home residents should be taken very seriously. The effects of dehydration can be severe, even causing premature death. Nursing homes and other care facilities are required to meet the basic needs of their residents. Proper hydration is essential in maintaining the health of any individual. When nursing homes fail to provide adequate nourishment and hydration for their residents, elderly victims suffer. Bed SoresBed sores (or pressure sores) develop from pressure placed on the body through inactivity. Bed sores often appear on areas of the body with little fat or muscle, such as the spine, hips, heels and shoulders. Severe bed sores can damage muscles, bones and joints. Many elderly individuals are unable to move or shift themselves to alleviate pressure placed on various parts of their bodies. Nursing homes that fail to routinely move or shift their residents, thus causing bedsores, must be held accountable for their negligence. Contact UsAt McGowan, Hood & Felder, LLC, we are committed to representing victims of nursing home abuse that are unable to defend themselves. To schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys, contact us. We have offices in Rock Hill, Columbia and Anderson, South Carolina. We represent nursing home victims of malnutrition, dehydration and bedsores, as well as other forms of nursing home abuse |
