SIGNS OF NURSING HOME ABUSE

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Physical Signs of Nursing Home Abuse:

• Open wounds, cuts, bruises, welts, and/or skin discoloration or deterioration
• Dehydration
• Malnutrition
• Loss of weight
• Burns

Emotional Signs of Nursing Home Abuse:

• Sudden change in behavior
• Emotionally upset or agitated
• Extremely withdrawn or non-communicative
• Unusual behavior (sucking, biting, or rocking)
• Confusion or dementia

Signs of Nursing Home Negligence:

• Poor personal hygiene

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• Withholding medication or over-medication
• Incorrect body position
• Lack of assistance with eating and drinking
• Unsanitary and unclean conditions
• Dirt, soiled bed, fecal or urine odor

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