BLOG CATEGORY: NURSING HOME NEGLECT: BEDSORES

When it comes to the quality of nursing home care, the federal regulations are your best friend. Trust me, they're the rulebook that ensures your loved ones are not just housed, but actually cared for. CMS sets the gold standard for nursing home care through a set of regulations often referred to as...

Imagine having a pebble in your shoe. Not very comfortable, is it? Now, imagine not being able to remove that pebble for an extended period of time. That's kind of what pressure sores are like for many elderly individuals in nursing homes—just far more serious and, unfortunately, often far more painful. And just like...

How does something simple as moving around affect the development of pressure sores. But what happens when mobility is restricted? Among other issues, the risk of pressure sores—those nasty, painful skin lesions—rises...

Let's get one thing straight: Communication isn't just the glue that holds personal relationships together; it's the very foundation of quality healthcare, especially in nursing homes. A break in this essential element can turn what should be a sanctuary for elder care into a breeding ground for...

You know, we often associate nursing homes with the comfort and specialized care they're supposed to provide. However, not all facilities are created equal, and there's an unsettling side to this story—poor hygiene practices. You might not think it at first, but poor hygiene is [...]

Everyone knows it's unrealistic to expect a handful of nursing staff to provide optimal care for a large number of residents in a nursing home. The correlation between staffing levels and nursing home neglect, particularly in the context of pressure sore development, is stark and significant. So, let's break down the various ways inadequate...

Pressure sores, also known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, are skin injuries that result from prolonged pressure on a particular area of the body. According to the CDC, about 11% of nursing home residents have pressure sores. They commonly occur in regions where the skin covers bony areas, such as heels, hips, and tailbones....