🛌💡 Bed Sores: Causes, Stages, Early Detection 💡🛌
Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers, stem from prolonged skin pressure, often affecting those with limited mobility. Let's break it down:
Causes:
Pressure: Hamper's blood flow, leading to tissue damage.
Friction: Skin rubs against surfaces, creating sores.
Shear: Skin stretches or tears from sliding.
Stages:
Redness: Early signs, may not fade with pressure relief.
Blisters: Skin breaks, forming shallow sores.
Deeper Sores: Affect subcutaneous tissue.
Severe: Extend to muscle and bone, posing health risks.
Early Detection:
Daily Skin Checks: Examine bony areas for changes.
Skin Alerts: Watch for redness, warmth, or discoloration.
Position Changes: Regularly shift to relieve pressure.
Good Nutrition: Support skin health with a balanced diet.
Stay Hydrated: Maintain skin elasticity through hydration.
Preventing and managing bed sores is crucial for skin health. 💙🌡 #BedSores #PressureUlcers #SkinCare
