Q: my grandma's in the hospital and has received an injury from 1 of the nurses and has been advised to make a police repor

A: I am so sorry for what happened. Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys right away n

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A: I'm sorry to hear about your grandmother's injury. Here's what you should do next: Document everything by keeping clear, dated photos of the injury, logs of conversations, and copies of her medical records. File a complaint with the hospital by reporting the incident to their Patient Advocate or Risk Management team, and ensure you keep copies of all communications. Please consult an attorney specializing in medical malpractice or personal injury to protect her rights.

A: I'm really sorry to hear about your grandmother's injury. It's important that you take careful steps to protect her rights. Since you've already documented the injury with pictures, that evidence will be helpful if you decide to pursue any further action. The advice to file a police report is a good step, as it creates an official record of the incident. It may be beneficial to do this as soon as possible.

Since hospital staff have been coming to speak with her, be cautious about what is discussed. It’s okay to ask questions, but it may also be helpful to keep notes on any conversations you have with the hospital representatives. If any of them ask for a written statement or for her to sign anything, make sure to understand fully what’s being asked and consider waiting until you have more guidance.

After the police report, you may want to look into options for further action, including how to hold the hospital accountable if needed. It’s important to ensure your grandmother receives proper care and that the incident is taken seriously by the hospital.