Sepsis describes a bacterial infection of the blood which can become fatal without treatment. The elderly often present a high risk for developing sepsis due to having weak immune systems especially if they have also pre-existing medical conditions. Improper or neglectful nursing home care of residents with bed sores, surgical or slow healing wounds, or using intravenous lines or catheters can result in a septic infection.
Cause of Sepsis
1. Sepsis is caused by bacterial infection which spreads from any vulnerable point of the body into the bloodstream. Some symptoms of sepsis include irregular body temperature, and respiration, nausea, vomiting, seizures and body pains. M
Bed Sores and Skin Ulcers
2. Bed ridden or incapacitated residents are vulnerable to skin ulcers or bed sores. Some treatments include relieving pressure in affect areas, antibiotics, and cleaning and covering of wounds. Without treatment these wounds can blister, break open, and become infected. The infection can eventually develop into sepsis.
Contact the Peck Law Group toll free at 1.866.999.9085 to talk to an experienced Elder Abuse and Neglect Attorney should you or your loved one have Bed sores, become Dehydrated or Malnourished, or contractacted Sepsis or E-Coli. We will Help you to get the maximum pain and suffering damages you deserve.
