238- Top Five Crucial Data Points from the MDS about Fall Risk
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Release Date: 02/17/2025
Are Bed Rails Safe for Nursing Home Residents? What Families Should Know| Podcast 265
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Bed rails are meant to protect residents, but when used improperly, they can cause serious injury or death. From entrapment to falls, the dangers are real and often overlooked. In this episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk speaks with guest Shelly Wills about bed rail safety, regulations, and how families can ensure their loved ones are truly protected.
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The Overlooked Dangers of Skin Tears, Burns, and Pressure Injuries in Nursing Homes | Podcast 264
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Skin tears and burns are among the most painful and preventable injuries in nursing homes. Poor care and lack of training often make them worse, leading to long-term damage or even death. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Suzanne Mitchell to discuss how these injuries happen, the warning signs families should look for, and the steps facilities must take to prevent them.
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When and Why Nursing Home Residents Are Transferred to the Hospital | Podcast 263
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What really happens when a nursing home resident is rushed to the hospital? Emergency transfers can be chaotic and, if handled poorly, can lead to serious harm or even death. Families need to know what a safe and timely transfer should look like. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Jess Medina to talk about the laws, procedures, and best practices for emergency transfers from nursing homes to hospitals.
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How Incontinence Affects Wound Care in Nursing Homes | Podcast 262
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Can poor continence care lead to dangerous wounds in nursing homes? Many families don’t realize that incontinence can directly increase the risk of painful and infected pressure injuries. Proper continence management is key to preventing these serious wounds. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Jessica Tonia to talk about the link between continence and wound care, and what nursing homes should be doing to protect residents.
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How Audit Trails Expose Nursing Home Neglect and Cover-Ups | Podcast 261
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Are nursing homes hiding neglect in plain sight? Electronic audit trails can reveal the truth about what really happens behind closed doors, exposing missed care and falsified records. These digital footprints are powerful tools for holding facilities accountable. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Maria Hagen to talk about how audit trails work, what they can uncover, and how families can use them to prove neglect in nursing home cases.
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Are Sepsis and Infections in Nursing Homes Being Covered Up? What You Should Know | Podcast 260
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Could your loved one’s confusion or fever in a nursing home be a sign of deadly sepsis? Sepsis and septic shock can develop quickly in nursing home residents, often going unnoticed until it’s too late. Early recognition and treatment are critical to saving lives. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Jessica Shaffer to talk about how to spot the warning signs of sepsis in nursing homes and what steps staff should take to protect residents.
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How Culture Change Improves Life in Nursing Homes and Long-Term Care | Podcast 259
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Is it time to rethink how we care for seniors in nursing homes? Many facilities still use outdated models that don’t put residents first, leading to loneliness and poor quality of life. Culture change in long-term care aims to shift this by focusing on dignity, choice, and person-centered care. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Kiran Sahota to talk about what culture change means, why it matters, and how it can transform life for nursing home residents.
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When Are Pressure Ulcers Considered Unavoidable in Nursing Homes? | Podcast 258
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Are all pressure ulcers in nursing homes preventable, or are some truly unavoidable? Families often hear “it couldn’t be helped,” but understanding when a bedsore could have been prevented is key to protecting residents. These wounds can lead to serious infections and suffering if not properly managed. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Ms. Heidi Cross to talk about when pressure ulcers are truly unavoidable and what nursing homes should do to prevent them whenever possible.
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How Are Ventilators Managed in Nursing Homes | Podcast 257
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Are nursing homes really equipped to handle residents on ventilators? Managing ventilator care in long-term settings comes with serious risks if not done properly, including infection, injury, or even death. Families need to know what safe and effective ventilator management looks like. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Valerie Creel to talk about the standards, challenges, and responsibilities of ventilator care in nursing homes.
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What Are the Common Symptoms of UTIs in Nursing Homes | Podcast 256
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Is your loved one acting confused or agitated in a nursing home? It could be a sign of a urinary tract infection (UTI)—a common but often missed condition in elderly residents. If not caught early, UTIs can lead to serious health problems. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Ms. Ethel Wills to talk about the warning signs of UTIs in nursing homes, how they’re diagnosed, and what facilities should do to prevent them.
info_outlineUnderstanding these indicators can be life-saving, and the Minimum Data Set (MDS) provides crucial insights. These top five data points are essential for identifying and preventing potential falls among the elderly in care facilities. In this week’s episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Amy Swinehart, RN, to discuss the importance of these MDS metrics and how they can be used to enhance patient safety and reduce fall risks in nursing homes.