Skin breakdown is one of the most preventable yet common health problems facing nursing home residents today. This video explores the key factors that contribute to bed sores and pressure ulcers, including understaffing, poor nutrition, dehydration, and inadequate diabetic care. Viewers will learn how these issues intersect to increase the risk of skin injuries and what proactive measures caregivers and families can take to protect their loved ones. Designed for caregivers, families of nursing home residents, and healthcare professionals, this content emphasizes the importance of consistent monitoring, staff attentiveness, and proper medical oversight to maintain residents’ skin integrity and overall health.
The discussion highlights how insufficient staffing often results in residents not being repositioned frequently enough—typically every two hours—to prevent pressure-related injuries. It also underscores the need for adequate nutrition, hydration, and diabetes management, which are crucial for maintaining skin health and preventing infections. By understanding these risk factors and advocating for better care, families and caregivers can play an active role in reducing preventable harm and ensuring higher standards in long-term care facilities.