Failure to provide the proper standard of medical care increases the risk of developing nursing home bedsores. In addition, failure to identify pressure sores once they develop may lead to a worsening of the condition or could even lead to death. Examples of neglect which could contribute to the development of nursing home bedsores include:

• Immobile residents being allowed to remain in the same position for extended periods of time


• Failing to provide proper nutrition and fluids


• Allowing moisture to remain close to the skin, which could be the result of not changing soiled garments or wet bed sheets


• Failing to check residents regularly for signs of pressure sores


• Failing to notify the family and patient G.P. upon development of sores so that proper treatment may be rendered