Decubitus Ulcers
Decubitus ulcers are another name for bed
sores, a condition that is caused by continual, unrelieved pressure
on one spot. The decubitus ulcers are a too common occurrence
in nursing homes that are understaffed, under valued, and under
paid. Nursing home residents do not receive the adequate care that
families think they will receive, with at least one in three nursing
homes across the country cited for instances of abuse including
the formation of decubitus ulcers.
The severity of decubitus ulcers range greatly depending
on the amount of pressure and amount of time the decubitus ulcers
existed without receiving proper treatment. Any bodily area, especially
in spots where a particularly obvious bone spot exists, can develop
decubitus ulcers, commonly including hips, heels, tailbones, elbows,
and other areas. There are decubitus ulcers prevention tips, including
making sure nursing home residents are moved around enough to relieve
any prolonged pressure from forming into decubitus ulcers.
In order to avoid decubitis ulcers from forming
it is recommended to change the resident's position at least every
two hours. In instances the decubitus ulcers have formed, it is
essential to the healing process to have any pressure removed from
the affected areas. Decubitus ulcers are painful and uncomfortable,
and in nursing home residents that often have a decreased immune
level and are suffering other conditions, the addition of decubitus
ulcers can cause an aggravated situation.
If
you or someone you love has suffered from decubitus ulcers, contact
us for more information!
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