Neudexta (commonly referred to as the little red pill) has seen a meteoric rise in prescriptions in nursing homes in recent years. This, according to a recent report, has been the direct result of aggressive marketing that targets the frail and elderly residents of nursing homes. Humble beginnings of Neudexta Nuedexta was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of PsuedoBulbar Affect (PBA). This neurological … [Read more...]
When Are Nursing Homes Responsible For Patient Injuries?
Nursing homes have a duty to hire employees who are qualified to perform their assigned tasks and do not pose an unreasonable risk to patient safety. Failure in either of these areas is negligence, even if the tortfeasor (negligent actor) did not intend to harm the victim. Nursing homes also have a responsibility to create a safe environment for their residents, and that means abiding by the standards of care in effect for that particular … [Read more...]