The underlying mechanics behind the development of bed sores (also called: pressure sores, pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers) is relatively simple– unrelieved pressure on the body results in restricted blood circulation and consequential lack of nutrients and oxygen to skin and tissue. When pressure goes unrelieved for extended periods of time, tissue dies and a… Continue Reading
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Why do nursing homes describe pressure sores according to ‘stages’?
Posted in Bed Sores, Pressure Sores, Decubitus Ulcers & Pressure Ulcers, Frequently Asked Questions, Stages of Bed Sores“What do nursing homes describe pressure sores according to stages?” -Edith Phoenix, AZ Nursing homes and hospitals use a four stage scale to describe, monitor and treat pressure sores (also called bed sores, pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers). By categorizing pressure sores, according to standardized characteristics, a sense of uniformity can be established amongst all… Continue Reading