Thorough Evaluations Should Be Done In All Long Term Care Facilities To Halt Any Bed Sore Development

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

A thorough evaluation should done upon admission to any hospital, skilled nursing facility, and long term care organization so that patients are assessed daily for red or open areas which could lead to devastating Pressure Sores, also known as Bed Sores and Decubitus Ulcers.

A Braden scale is used to assess each patient. If a patient’s score is lower than normal, a facility should implement even more rigorous ways to reposition the patient. Mobility is the first thing they try, but the facilities also should have special mattresses for pressure ulcers.

Educating the public about Bed Sores is important so that they do not lead to needless infections and possible death.

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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.