As of just last month, there are still unreported cases. In addition, the report said that CMS regulations needed to be bolstered to ‘track all incidents of potential abuse or neglect.‘“ These recent publications have received government attention and the issue is being examined by congress. A report publicized by CNN.com states, “nursing homes frequently failed to report incidents of abuse to either CMS or local law enforcement, as required by federal regulators. Look for Abuse and Correct ItĪs long as abuse in nursing homes has gone one, it has been under-reported for just as long. All nursing home abuse reverts back to an irresponsible staff. “ Negligent actions included administering the wrong medications, physical or emotional abuse, failure to notify family members and caregivers of injuries, and failure to maintain accurate patient records.” It can be challenging to know the true character of a person based on a few interviews, but previous work experience and trustworthy references should be heavily considered, more than they currently are. reports some things that went on in nursing homes between 20. When the wrong person works at a nursing home, abuse usually happens. It is physically, mentally, and emotionally taxing. It is a job that requires tremendous patience and genuine love for the residents. Working at a nursing home is not for the faint of heart. These are some steps nursing homes can take to become safer. Because many of the elderly cannot speak up for themselves, and do not have present families, this is heartbreaking. Many are not aware of the abuse that goes on in nursing homes. Unfortunately, nursing homes still have dangers that need to be corrected.
As younger people, the least we can do for those who came before us is make sure these facilities are safe and pleasant for them. Many live out their last days in these facilities. For multiple reasons, many elderly people have to go to nursing homes. The elderly have pathed the path we are all on in this society. *This article was written as a submission for the Cogan & Power Academic Scholarship 2019
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