Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect From Infected Bed Sores Will Cause Sepsis

Written by Adam Peck Category: Bed Sores January 26th, 2013 1 min read

What is Sepsis?

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

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.

Bed Sores and Skin Ulcers

Bedridden 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.

– from Steven Peck, Senior Attorney at Peck Law Group

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Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.