Yes, bedsores can lead to sepsis. These wounds can become infected, and sepsis occurs when the body overreacts to that infection. Rather than simply fighting the infection itself, the body’s immune response becomes exaggerated, and the immune system may begin...
People working at nursing homes have a direct impact on the safety and quality of life of the residents living there. In addition to licensed nurses, there are many other support professionals on hand to assist with daily living needs, ranging from personal hygiene...
If you select a nursing home to care for your loved one, you should be able to expect them to receive adequate support given their unique needs. Unfortunately, both neglect and abuse in nursing homes are relatively common. Burned-out professionals and cost-cutting...
As people age, falls become more frequent due to balance issues, medications or chronic health conditions. These falls are often an indicator that an elderly loved one is no longer safe living independently and that it may be time for nursing home placement. That’s...
Nursing homes provide critical support for older adults who cannot live independently. When aging individuals have care needs that go beyond what their family members can accommodate, moving into a nursing home may be the best option available. Families generally...
Caring for a loved one in a nursing home can feel like trusting someone else with their daily life. While many facilities provide safe care, some may try to conceal abuse or neglect. Noticing subtle warning signs early can help you see what is really happening and...
Older adults often have lower immune system function than younger people. Additionally, living in a high-density facility exposes nursing home residents to more infestation and infection risks. Companies operating nursing homes and those working at these facilities...
Many nursing homes have residents who are showing signs of dementia. Once the signs of cognitive decline start to become evident, it’s critical that the resident receives the necessary protections, one of which is to prevent them from wandering. Wandering is a...
People might not consider the staff-to-patient ratio when looking for skilled nursing facilities for aging and ailing parents and other relatives. But as one study by the National Institutes of Health showed, this can be vital to your loved one’s health and...
Nursing home negligence can cause a variety of different medical issues. Workers might forget to administer medications, leading to the failure of an antibiotic regimen. They might overlook signs of malnutrition when an older adult is a picky eater. They could also...
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