The nursing home industry has evolved into a multi-billion dollar business composed of major corporations. Unfortunately, in some cases, profits and efficiency have taken precedence over administration of proper care to our loved ones. Nursing home negligence occurs when the nursing home fails to meet the standard of care and a resident is neglected or abused. Nursing home negligence could exist by the presence of the following indicators: Physical Abuse Wounds, cuts, welts, bruises or discoloration Loss of weight Burns caused by cigarettes, acids or caustics Emotional Abuse Unusual behavior Non-communicative Upset or agitated Neglect Dehydration, malnutrition, or pressure sores Unclean and unsanitary conditions Dirt, soiled bed, urine or fecal odor Poor hygiene Links AARP NCCNHR Merck's Manual of Geriatrics The AJC Nursing Home Guide Department of Health & Human Service Medicare

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