From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman!

Getting old shouldn’t be a death sentence

Kenzie thought she had a pretty good understanding of aging and elder care. She was a medical professional, after all. But when her postmortem findings cause her to look more deeply into the sometimes dark world of elder care, she is forced to reconsider.

When she starts asking questions about legislation and regulation, things get nasty.

Kenzie could just do what she’s told and stop asking questions.

But when was the last time she did that?

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Well written book with great characters, as always, and this time with very interesting topics that concern every one of us. The author manages to illuminate several problems from different sides like in a master’s thesis, but everything is wrapped into an entertaining story. Excellent!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Another outstanding story. 

If you are a reader of the Zachary Goldman Mysteries series, you have already met Kenzie Kirsch. This series is a spinoff from Zachary Goldman Mysteries, giving Kenzie a front-and-center position in solving medical mysteries.

Looking for a strong female lead in an engaging medical mystery? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings you an up-and-coming Medical Examiner’s Assistant who is right up your alley.

Join Dr. Kenzie Kirsch as she uncovers mysteries, conspiracies, and thrills!

“P.D. Workman has done it again. she has managed to write a book that will push your buttons. If it doesn’t then you need to take another look.”

“This is a brilliant read. Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start. Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable. Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story. Can’t wait to see what the author brings us next!”

“Absolutely fabulous as always.”

Author Notes may contain spoilers

In Posed for Death, I explore the complex and rarely discussed world of elder care. This medical thriller takes readers on a journey through the challenges faced by those who care for the elderly, and the consequences of neglect and abuse.

Of course, this required a deep dive into the subject on my part. I have copied a few resources to the “Book Club Resources” tab. Proceed with caution. There is plenty more available online, if you have the stomach for it. The reality is that elder care is often overlooked in our society, and it is a subject that needs more attention.

As a society, we have come a long way in the last few decades in addressing child abuse and neglect. Practices common a hundred years ago are no longer considered acceptable, and children are no longer seen as chattels that parents can treat as they choose. But we still have a long way to go in elder care and deciding what practices are acceptable in modern society. There is little or no regulation of those who choose to care for their loved ones at home. Dealing with adults who are no longer in control of their bodies or their minds can very quickly become overwhelming for family members and frustration turns to anger.

Even when care choices are lovingly made, they can still result in harm. In Posed for Death, one of the issues tackled is that of restraint systems in elder care and the damage that can result from their use. While restraint systems may be intended to keep patients safe, they can and do result in strangulation and asphyxiation. These issues are not limited to institutional care settings, but can also occur in home care situations where family members may not have the necessary training or resources to provide appropriate care.

Other consequences of neglect and abuse in elder care include bed sores, infections, and mental decline. It is important to address these issues and work to improve the care and treatment of our elderly population.

Hopefully, as you enjoy reading Posed for Death, you will learn more through the eyes of Dr. Kenzie Kirsch about the challenges faced by those who care for the elderly and the need for education in this area.

Resources may be disturbing

• Hidden Cameras Capture Abuse of Nursing Home Patient
• Minimizing Restraints in Nursing Homes: A Guide to Action
• Posey vest – Wikipedia
• Pt found dead!
• Use of Physical Restraints in Home Care
• Untying the Elderly
• Autopsy findings in asphyxia in medical bed rails
• Restraints available online

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