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Nursing Homes Resident Rights
Nursing home residents have patient rights and certain protections under the law. The nursing home must list and give all new residents a copy of these rights. Respect: You have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. Services and Fees: You must be informed in writing about services and fees before you enter the nursing home. Money: You have the right to manage your own money or to choose someone else you trust to do this for you. Privacy: You have the right to privacy, and to keep and use your personal belongings and property as long as it doesn't interfere with the rights, health, or safety of others. Medical Care: You have the right to be informed about your medical condition, medications, and to see you own doctor. You also have the right to refuse medications and treatments.
There are causes of nursing home abuse.
Stressful working conditions, particularly staff shortages, staff burnout and inadequate staff training are some of the factors that can lead to nursing home abuse.
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Definition:
An evaluation of an older person's physical, psychological, and social condition by a professional team of specialists. This team makes recommendations to the older person, family, and primary care doctor. Geriatric assessments are offered in geriatric evaluation centers and are generally associated with hospitals.
Estate Planning
Definition:
A plan for what will happen to an individual or couple's assets and liabilities after death.
Incontinence
Definition:
The loss of voluntary control over bladder or bowel functions
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