Elderly Patient with Dementia Killed by Roommate in Nursing Home
The alleged killer, who also has dementia, was admitted to a hospital for further evaluation after being assessed by a court clinician.
The alleged killer, who also has dementia, was admitted to a hospital for further evaluation after being assessed by a court clinician.
Nursing home abuse will become a more significant problem as the population ages.
A nurse walked in on the former employee allegedly assaulting the elderly patient who is non-verbal and has limited movement in her arms and legs.
The armed patient has no criminal record and was not threatening other patients or staff.
Forty eight patients died in the elderly hospital during a two-month stretch.
Here’s a discussion on the issues associated with providing a safe and secure environment for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other complex medical challenges associated with aging.