NURSING HOME NEGLECT & ABUSE LAWYERS
Cases Involving Bedsores in Nursing Homes & Hospitals
Bed sores are entirely preventable. They can turn into a silent but profound agony for those we hold dear. This is not merely about medical oversight; it's a breach of trust, dignity, and the basic care everyone deserves.
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4 Stages of Bed Sores
Typically, medical professionals classify bed sores into 1 of 4 categories based on their severity. Below are general guidelines, but are no substitute for medical attention.
Stage 1: These only affect the upper layer of the skin. The patient may complain about mild pain in the area or have a visible change in skin appearance.
The main signs and symptoms of stage 1 bedsores include:
Mild discoloration: skin that appears reddish, bruised, or darkened
Swollen skin
Skin that is painful to touch
Skin that feels warmer than the other parts of the skin
Stage 2: These happen when stage 1 bedsores worsen. The sores appear larger and are more painful.
Signs and symptoms of stage 2 bedsores include:
The upper skin layer might be broken, creating a small wound.
The affected skin may be swollen and very painful.
The surrounding areas may have small blisters and might appear darker.
There could be pus or drainage, signifying an infection.
Stage 3: Stage 3 bed sores are even deeper and more extensive than stage 2 sores.
At stage 3, the wound has damaged the top two layers of skin and affected the layer of fatty tissue just beneath the skin.
The main signs and symptoms of stage 3 bedsores include:
Bad odor
Black skin surrounding the wound
Redness and possible swelling
Greenish drainage and pus
Fever
Stage 4: Stage 4 bed sores are the most severe.
The sores are large, affecting the fatty tissues, bones, muscles, and ligaments. Patients with stage 4 bedsores experience severe pain.
The main signs and symptoms of stage 4 bedsores include:
A deep and extensive wound that exposes the bones and ligaments
Pus and drainage signifying an infection in the wound
Swelling and blisters around the wound
Darkened skin that is extremely sensitive
High fever, in some instances
Note: Bed sores are severe and require immediate medical attention.
BED SORE STATISTICS:
2.5 Million
Patients Develop Bed Sores Every Year
1 in 10
Nursing Home Residents Have Bed Sores
60%
Of Patients With Bed Sores Die Within 1 Year
$37,800
Average Treatment Cost of a Bed Sore
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