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Bedsore Prevention

How to Prevent Bedsores

Without a doubt, pressure injuries are easier to prevent than they are to treat and nursing homes have many practices at their disposal to prevent pressures injuries and to stop an existing pressure injury from worsening. Here are some examples.


Nutrition & Comfortability

Position Changing

Change the position of residents who are bed-ridden or in wheelchairs regularly. Bed-bound patients should be moved at least once every two hours.

Proper Mattress

Special mattresses, including an Air Loss Mattress, can help alleviate the threat of pressure injuries; however these mattresses do not take the place of repositioning the patient at minimum, every two hours.

Protectors

The use of special heel protectors and boots can help alleviate pressure to the affected areas.

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