Whether it is being our own advocate or keeping an eye out for a loved one, it may not be as apparent as you believe to pick up on the reality that a citizen has actually been the victim of abuse or neglect. Through our practical experience, we have actually found out that you should constantly be on the lookout for falls with injuries and unusual injuries; sudden changes in patient behavior or diagnosis; bedsores or pressure ulcers; fast weight loss or malnutrition; unsanitary conditions; overmedication; sudden or unanticipated death; transfer to a medical facility or injury care center for infection, inexplicable injuries, or poor nutrition; and inadequate staffing or poor quality of personnel.