Sepsis doesn’t start as sepsis. Instead, sepsis is the body’s response to an underlying infection. Unfortunately, nursing home residents face significant risks of infection if nursing home staff members are negligent. Infections That Could Cause Sepsis Some of the infections that may cause sepsis include:…
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical treatment. Treatment for nursing home residents with sepsis often includes antibiotics and IV fluids. Treatment may also include corticosteroids, surgery, kidney dialysis, vasopressors, and breathing assistance. While one or more of these treatments may help a…
Your loved one survived the dangerous sepsis infection she got while living in a nursing home. While the sepsis infection is cured, your loved one still suffers long-term sepsis-related health problems. Many sepsis patients who continue to suffer from physical or psychological problems after successful…
Yes, you could have a medical malpractice case if you can prove that: The nurses or hospital owed you a duty of care. The nurses or hospital breached the duty of care by failing to act reasonably given the circumstances. You were hurt because of…
Maybe the emergency room triage team did their job. Maybe they recognized that you were facing a serious medical condition, and a nurse or a doctor quickly saw you. Or, perhaps you had a long wait in the emergency room waiting room. Either way, nobody…
If you enter the hospital through the emergency room, the first doctor you will likely see is an emergency room doctor. It’s important to know what to expect from an ER doctor, when further medical care may be necessary, and what to do if an…