Professional Negligence Law Reporter

Shirley Salesky was admitted to Rose Garden Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ann’s Choice to undergo physical therapy. At the time of her admission, it was noted that she had a reddened sacrum but no other skin breakdown. Salesky was diagnosed as having two Stage II sacral pressure sores five days later. The sores deteriorated and progressed to Stage IV. Salesky died within two months of her admission.

Her estate sued Ann’s Choice and others, alleging failure to implement an individualized care plan, provide adequate skin assessments and wound care, and properly rotate Salesky to prevent pressure sores.

The parties settled for an undisclosed amount.

Citation: Salesky v. Ann’s Choice Inc., No. 2019-05231 (Pa. Ct. Com. Pl. Bucks Cty. Mar. 21, 2022).

Plaintiff counsel: Christopher Culleton, Newtown, Pa.