Dehydration and Malnutrition Lawsuits in the Boone County and Florence Area
Every individual needs proper amount of nutrition, including abundant fluids, to maintain his or her health and life. When a nursing home fails to provide the food and water a resident needs to maintain his or her health, the resident can suffer greatly. The injuries that result from dehydration and malnutrition can be detrimental to a nursing home resident, and the nursing home is liable for the damages.
If your loved one has suffered neglect in a nursing home, turn to us. We are Busald Funk Zevely, P.S.C. a respected law firm located in Florence, Kentucky. Since 1971, our attorneys have been handling a wide range of injury cases, including those resulting from nursing home care, neglect and abuse. We take these cases very seriously, as the elderly must receive a level of care in nursing homes that is consistent with state and federal laws, as well as health care guidelines. Our lawyers can advise clients on how to take action against nursing homes if an individual is suffering from or unfortunately died from malnutrition or dehydration. Contact us today to discuss a variety of nursing home matters, including malnutrition, dehydration, wandering and elopement.
Symptoms of Malnutrition and Dehydration
It is important that family members watch for and recognize early symptoms of dehydration and malnutrition in a nursing home, which could include:
- Sudden or unusual weight loss
- Confusion and disorientation
- Dry skin
- Cracked lips
- Sores in the mouth
- Sunken eyes and dark circles around the eyes
- Exacerbation of current medical conditions
Dehydration and Malnutrition Injuries
Neglect that causes malnutrition or dehydration can lead to serious health issues and even death. We can address all types of injuries that result from malnutrition or dehydration such as:
- Broken bones from weakness-induced falls
- Bedsores and ulcers resulting from the lack of energy to move
- Infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Pneumonia
- Anemia
Wrongful Death
Nursing home deaths can occur if dehydration and/or malnutrition has gone on for an extended period of time. If a case has gotten so bad that a person dies, the nursing home must be held accountable for the loss. In many cases, if this is happening to one nursing home resident, it is happening to many and all residents are at risk. We take the time to help grieving family members understand their options for bringing a wrongful death lawsuit against the nursing home and any direct caregivers whose negligence contributed to the dehydration or malnutrition death.
Contact Our Northern Kentucky Elder Abuse Lawyers
Let us help you deal with the injuries a loved one suffered as the result of nursing home negligence leading to wandering or elopement. Contact us online or call 859-795-4263 or 513-258-0542 to schedule a free initial consultation with a personal injury and nursing home abuse lawyer at our office.
