While there are scores of cases regarding neglect and abuse in nursing homes reported each year, there are far too many unreported incidents from either a lack of willingness or understanding of how to approach the process. Regardless, when neglect and abuse are present, nursing home residents and/or their families in the Tampa area must…
Bedsores, also called pressure sores or pressure ulcers, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue due to prolonged pressure that limits blood flow to the skin. They most often appear on skin that covers bony parts of the body. For example, the back of the patient’s head, back, heels, or buttocks. Those most at…