Nursing Home Sepsis Lawyers in Kansas City

Did Your Loved One Develop Sepsis in a Nursing Home as a Result of Negligent Care?

At the Law Office of Tom Wagstaff Jr., LLC, we understand the pain and frustration that comes with discovering that your elderly family member has developed sepsis or septic shock due to neglect or mistreatment in a nursing home. Our nursing home abuse lawyers are dedicated to holding negligent facilities accountable and seeking justice for those affected by sepsis.

Give us a call today at (816) 597-4556 or send us a message online to discuss your case with our Kansas City nursing home sepsis attorneys in a free, no-obligation consultation.

How Negligence Can Cause Sepsis in Nursing Homes

Sepsis is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when the body's response to an infection results in systemic inflammation. In nursing homes, various factors can contribute to the development of sepsis, often stemming from neglect or inadequate care. 

Common causes of sepsis in nursing homes include:

• Inadequate hygiene practices: Failure to maintain proper hygiene for residents can lead to infections that, if left untreated, may progress to sepsis. Neglecting basic tasks such as bathing, changing soiled clothing, or providing regular wound care can contribute to the development of infections.
• Pressure ulcers/bedsores: Residents who are immobile or bedridden are at an increased risk of developing pressure ulcers. When these ulcers are not promptly and properly treated, they can become infected, potentially leading to sepsis.
• Delayed medical attention: Failure to promptly address signs of infection or seek medical attention for residents with existing health conditions can contribute to the progression of infections to a septic state.
• Inadequate staffing levels: Nursing homes with insufficient staff may struggle to provide the necessary level of care and attention to residents. Overworked staff may miss early signs of infections or fail to follow proper protocols for preventing and treating infections.
• Poor infection control measures: Nursing homes must implement and enforce effective infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections among residents. Failure to do so can result in outbreaks and an increased risk of sepsis.
• Medication errors: Incorrect administration or dosage of medications, including antibiotics, can compromise a resident's ability to fight infections. This can lead to the development of drug-resistant infections, increasing the likelihood of sepsis.
• Lack of monitoring and supervision: Residents with specific health conditions or compromised immune systems require close monitoring and supervision. Failure to monitor for changes in health status, signs of infection, or complications can contribute to the development of sepsis.
• Insufficient training and education: Staff members must be adequately trained to recognize and respond to signs of infection. Inadequate training can result in delayed or improper care, allowing infections to progress to sepsis.

If the negligence of a nursing home facility has caused sepsis, septic shock, or other health complications for your elderly loved one, seeking legal advice from a nursing home sepsis attorney in Kansas City may be necessary to hold the responsible parties accountable.

Our legal team at the Law Office of Tom Wagstaff Jr. can investigate the circumstances surrounding your loved one's sepsis, aiming to expose the negligent actions that led to their suffering.