Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Is Rampant In Bedridden, Chairbound and People Who Are Unable To Reposition Themselves

Written by Adam Peck Category: Nursing Homes January 23rd, 2013 1 min read

Pressure sores (bedsores, decubitus ulcers, pressure ulcers) are areas of skin damage resulting from a lack of blood flow due to pressure.

Sores often result from pressure but may also result from pulling on the skin or friction, particularly over bony areas.
The diagnosis is usually based on a physical examination.
Treatment includes cleansing, removal of pressure from the affected area, special dressings, and, sometimes, surgery.

Pressure sores can occur in people of any age who are bedridden, chairbound, or unable to reposition themselves. They are more common among older people. They tend to occur over bony projections where pressure on skin can be concentrated, such as over the hip bones, tailbone, heels, ankles, and elbows. They occur where there is pressure on the skin from a bed, wheelchair, cast, splint, or other hard object .Pressure sores lengthen the time spent in hospitals or nursing homes and increase the cost of care. Pressure sores can be life threatening if they are untreated or if underlying health conditions prevent them from healing.

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Written by Adam Peck

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Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.