5 Common Examples of Nursing Malpractice and How Poulos & Coates Can Help Victims Seek Justice

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Las Cruces, New Mexico - January 27^th, 2025 – When you visit a hospital or medical facility for injuries or illness, you trust you’ll be in good hands with the medical professionals. If you’re hospitalized, you’ll likely interact with nurses the most. A doctor will visit once or twice a day, but your main point of contact will be the nursing staff. While most nurses treat patients to the best of their abilities, some are negligent.

Nursing malpractice can have devastating consequences, leaving patients and their families to face physical, emotional, and financial hardships. The Medical Malpractice Lawyers at Poulos & Coates, LLP, are dedicated to helping victims of nursing negligence navigate the legal process and obtain the justice they deserve.

Below are 5 common examples of nursing malpractice and how Poulos & Coates, LLP can provide expert legal assistance for those affected.

1. Medication Administration Errors

Mistakes in administering medication, such as incorrect dosages, wrong medications, or failing to recognize dangerous drug interactions, can lead to severe complications or even death. These medication errors often stem from negligence or miscommunication. Poulos & Coates has the expertise to investigate these cases thoroughly and hold the responsible parties accountable.

2. Failure to Monitor Patients Properly

Nurses are responsible for monitoring patients’ vital signs and responding promptly to changes in their condition. A failure to do so can result in undiagnosed complications, delayed treatment, or worsening of a patient’s condition. Our experienced team can help victims and their families secure compensation for the harm caused by inadequate care.

3. Improper Treatment

This can be otherwise known as botched treatment. Instances where treatment procedures are carried out incorrectly, resulting in adverse outcomes. With the support of our medical professionals on staff, Poulos & Coates can analyze the technical aspects of these cases and pursue justice for our clients.

4. Failure to Accurately Update Patient Records

Inaccurate or incomplete documentation of a patient’s medical history and treatment, which can affect future care decisions. Poulos & Coates will work diligently to prove inaccurate patient records and fight for maximum compensation.

5. Failure to Provide Treatment

Nurses are a patient’s first line of defense and are responsible for advocating for their well-being. When nurses are neglecting their patients it means they aren’t providing necessary medical care to patients, which can lead to worsening conditions. Our team is committed to uncovering the truth and helping victims seek justice.

Poulos & Coates is proud to have recovered more than $300 million in gross verdicts and settlements for our clients. Our award-winning trial lawyers share extensive experience in medical malpractice litigation, making us uniquely equipped to handle complex nursing malpractice cases.

With a doctor and two nurses on staff, we provide clients with a level of medical and legal expertise unmatched in New Mexico. Our commitment to delivering exceptional representation ensures that victims and their families receive the justice and support they deserve.

If you or a loved one has been a victim of nursing malpractice, don’t navigate this challenging journey alone. Contact Poulos & Coates today for a free consultation. We are here to guide you through the complexities of the legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve. For more information, visit https://pouloscoates.com/ or call (575) 376-6583