How the heck does this happen???

[trophytroutman]

My mom called and said they have her husband in the hospital with chest,shoulder,neck and head pain. He has been in a nursing home for 10 yrs and wheelchair ridden for about 9 yrs. He cant even stand by himself much less even try to stand. Couple weeks ago she called me and said one of the nurses hit him. Mom went to the nursing home to find out and they both said don't know what to believe with his state of mind and just let it go. Now back to this morning, Mom called me back about 30 minutes later and said that my stepdads neck was broke. How can someone who is in a wheelchair for that long who cant even stand up by himself break their neck?

[Curmudgeon]

No telling. Prayers sent.

[SCHU]

In his state of mind, maybe he tried to stand up, or just fell out of bed...Sorry to hear this, prayers for strength and guidance on the way. Hang in there!

[trophytroutman]

They are transfering him to Memorial Herman downtown and advised mom not to come right away because they are putting him in isolation to do something they cant do here. We are going to the nursing home with medical report in hand and be calling the sheriffs department to investigate.

[SCHU]

Good deal. Hope all goes well for all.

[52M-28]

If there is any evidence of abuse you should file a complaint with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) they are the state agency charged with licensing and inspecting nursing homes. They have the authority to investigate alleged violations, they can investigate and prosecute incidents of criminal abuse or neglect. My prayers are with your dad and your family.

[Getmyhookwet]

sorry to hear this

[Root Canal]

Geez Kenny, That's horrible!!!!
You and your family have been through a nightmare lately.
Praying for you all buddy.

[cold beer]

prayers sent

[Old Salt]

Prayers sent to you and your family!!!!


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[Silver Wolf]

Praying for you and your family. Lord Bless.
robert

[trophytroutman]

Well we found out some info. One test came back that he has bone cancer which in turn made his bones real brittle. They think he just turned his head the wrong way it just broke. The spine specialist is coming tomorrow and more tests to find out exactly what happened. They expect surgery but very worried if he will make it through it. Thanks to everyone here.

[SCHU]

Thanks for the update.

[trophytroutman]

Well the eurologist called and said his bladder is full of cancer too. They are taking skin from his back and stomach to see if the cancer is in his spine. They are going to see if his neck will heal without the surgery if not they will do the surgery.

[plugger]

Man oh man , what troubles you've had with family health issues . It's tough . God bless you all .