The following recommendations can help ensure that quality care is being delivered at your family member's nursing home. Pay close attention to the conditions of the resident. Look for pressure sores, malnutrition, and dehydration. Monitor the resident's dental hygiene. Keep track of the resident's medication regime.
Constant monitoring can avert drug misadventures.
Talk regularly with the resident about his or her care. Ask specific questions about meals, bathing, medications, and general treatment. Get to know the staff. Build relationships and show appreciation for staff who go the extra mile. Participate in the resident's plan of care meetings.