Proper medication management is essential for elderly nursing home residents, yet errors in prescribing, administering, and monitoring medications result in serious health complications and fatalities. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we advocate for victims of medication errors and hold negligent nursing homes accountable.

Common Types of Medication Errors

✔ Wrong Dosage – Administering too much or too little medication. ✔ Incorrect Medication – Giving the wrong prescription to a resident. ✔ Missed Doses – Failing to provide medication as scheduled. ✔ Dangerous Drug Interactions – Prescribing medications that conflict with each other. ✔ Failure to Monitor Side Effects – Ignoring adverse reactions or failing to adjust medications accordingly.

Consequences of Medication Errors

Medication mistakes can lead to severe consequences, including: ✔ Organ failure and poisoning – Overdoses or drug interactions can cause life-threatening complications. ✔ Stroke and heart attack – Improper medication management increases cardiovascular risks. ✔ Cognitive impairment – Some medications can cause confusion, aggression, or worsening dementia symptoms. ✔ Infections and immune system suppression – Antibiotic mismanagement can lead to resistance and severe infections.

Preventing Medication Errors

Nursing homes must implement strict procedures to prevent medication errors, including: ✔ Thorough staff training – Ensuring caregivers understand medication administration and monitoring. ✔ Electronic medication tracking – Reducing human errors with automated reminders and tracking. ✔ Clear labeling and documentation – Avoiding confusion in prescription administration. ✔ Routine medication reviews – Regular evaluations to adjust dosages or discontinue unnecessary prescriptions.

How Michael Hill Trial Law Can Help

If your loved one has suffered due to a medication error in a nursing home, we can help investigate the issue, hold the facility accountable, and seek justice. Contact us today for a free consultation.