While it can occur naturally in very frail individuals, it is a significant red flag. If the pneumonia was caused by a feeding error, a failure to follow a “thickened liquids” order, or a lack of supervision, it is likely the result of neglect.
While it can occur naturally in very frail individuals, it is a significant red flag. If the pneumonia was caused by a feeding error, a failure to follow a “thickened liquids” order, or a lack of supervision, it is likely the result of neglect.