Minneapolis Malnutrition Injury Lawyers
It is often a shock to family members and observers to learn that a resident of a nursing home or assisted living facility is suffering from malnutrition or dehydration. After all, isn’t it a primary function of a long-term care facility to take care of residents? Providing food and water for elderly, sick or disabled residents means more than simply placing plates of food and glasses of water in front of them. Vigilant staff members should notice when a resident is not eating or drinking and take action to overcome this.
Long-Term Care Facilities Owe A Duty To Residents To Keep Them Well Nourished And Hydrated
Residents of nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities and assisted living facilities rely on the skills and attentiveness of staff, including caregivers, nurses and dining room servers. Preventive procedures also have a lot to do with keeping residents healthy and well-nourished. Clear communication among the different staffing units is essential to preventing and correcting insufficient food and fluid intake. Physicians who visit residents on-site also play a key role by asking the right questions to nurses, giving orders and generally monitoring residents’ state of health.
Underlying Systemic Defects Lead To Problems Such As Malnutrition And Dehydration
When a resident of a long-term care facility is not thriving, it is not always a sign of aging, as many may believe. There are often systemic failures such as understaffing or failure to monitor residents that can allow deficiencies such as malnutrition and dehydration to develop.
Based in Eagan, we take our Minnesota clients’ concerns to heart as we carefully evaluate each set of facts to determine if there is a case — and how to bring about a resolution through legal procedures such as lawsuits. Through some of our own experiences as well as through our law practice, we understand well what it is like to suffer from loss and injury. See some of our client testimonials.
Nursing Home Malnutrition Attorneys In The St. Paul And Minneapolis Area
Malnutrition injury attorneys at Bennerotte & Associates, P.A., are prepared to evaluate your case and recommend a course of action if your loved one has suffered from malnutrition or dehydration in a care facility. To schedule a consultation with a Minnesota plaintiff’s lawyer, contact us as soon as possible at 651-364-6807.
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