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Pennsylvania - Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Signs of Abuse vary according to the different kinds of Elder Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Emotional Abuse, or Neglect. A Pennsylvania Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer will help you determine whether the behavior of Nursing Home Staff constitutes Elder Abuse.
Warning Signs of Physical Abuse:
- Suspicious bruises or cuts
- Broken bones or dislocations
- Rope burns from use of restraints
- Use of restraints not authorized by the physician
- Caregivers administer more or less medication than prescribed. This can be determined by checking medicine bottles to make sure the correct amount of pills is present.
- "Wrap around" bruising (bruising that encircles the arm)
- Bilateral bruising (bruising on opposites sides of the body)
Warning Signs of Sexual Abuse:
- Torn, or stained underwear
- Bruises around breasts or genitals
- Unexplained vaginal or anal bleeding
Warning Signs of Emotional Abuse:
- Elderly person is withdrawn and unresponsive
- Elder exhibits unusually violent behavior (insults, threats)
- Witnessing caregiver behavior that is threatening or intimidating
- Elderly person exhibits behavior that mimics dementia, including rocking, sucking thumb, or mumbling to self
Warning Signs of Neglect:
- Dehydration
- Malnutrition
- Bed sores
- Unexplained weight loss
- Soiled bedding
- Poor personal hygiene
Our Pennsylvania Nursing Home Attorneys will evaluate the facts of your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation as a result of your pain and suffering. Contact Us Now for a Free Pennsylvania Elder Abuse Case Consultation.
