Bed Sores, Pressure Sores and Decubitus Ulcers were again the most common medical errors found in the year 2010 closely followed by foreign objects left inside patients after surgeries says Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer Steven Peck.
The Department of Health released its 2010 Medical Error Report on It cited numerous stage three or stage four bed sores after hospital admissions--the most common problem in four of the last five years--and secondly foreign objects left behind in residents after surgeries.
Other common mistakes were falls resulting in deaths or disabilities and surgeries on the wrong body parts.
Medication errors resulting in deaths or disabilities have also been a major problem.
Although elderly residents are awarded certain nursing home rights, some facilities, either unknowingly or intentionally, may violate these basic rights. If you suspect your loved one is being abused in a nursing home or otherwise deprived of their nursing home resident rights, such as bed sores, dehydration, malnutrition, infection, under staffing, physical abuse, you should immediately contact us toll free at 1.866.999.9085 or on-line at www.thepecklawgroup.com for a free thorough case review and evaluation. This case review is being offered at no cost and shall help determine whether you should take legal action on behalf of your elder / dependent adult loved one. We Will Help You!!
