How to deal with bedsores in the elderly

  Bed sores in bed-ridden elderly people not only cause problems in daily care but also increase the burden on the body, but this does not mean that bed sores are terrible. Bed sores are essentially a type of wound, and as long as the wound is properly and reasonably treated, coupled with daily care and improvement of physical condition, the wound can naturally recover gradually.  When redness, blisters, and superficial skin breakouts appear on the chronically compressed area, it means that the symptoms of bedsores are already mild, and at this time, the wound must be vacated by changing positions to avoid continued pressure on the wound surface. For example, for the most common hip and back decubitus ulcers, a triangular turning pad can be used to change the side lying position to vacate the wound and buy time for the recovery of the wound, and topical decubitus ointment and muscle-building cream can be used to promote repair. If decubitus ulcers are present in multiple places throughout the body, padding and soft clothing can be used to vacate the wound to avoid pressure.  2. Turning and repositioning regularly Bed sores are caused by pressure, so it is necessary to turn and reposition regularly to prevent long-term pressure on the local skin.  It is worth noting that patients who have developed decubitus ulcer wounds are limited in the number of positions they can change due to the existence of wounds, and they need to try more appropriate positions.  3, the disposal of decubitus ulcer wounds after the emergence of decubitus ulcer wounds, do not indiscriminately use antibiotic powder, and do not believe in folk remedies, for trauma larger or deeper wounds, can go to the wound repair specialist for treatment and care, the earlier the treatment, the easier recovery and healing; serious injuries do not lose confidence, and actively cooperate with the treatment and control of the original disease, comprehensive improvement of systemic conditions, to a large extent, is able to gradually Recovery to a large extent is able to gradually improve.  4, incontinence care More bedridden patients, there are incontinence, adding a lot of trouble to the nursing work. But as long as you have the right skills or solutions, it is not difficult, such as adult diapers, urine catchers, anal pockets, diaper pads, etc., timely handling of excrement, to prevent frequent wetting of beds and bedding. In addition, it is important to scrub the body regularly to keep the skin clean and dry, and to keep the living environment clean and hygienic to prevent the skin from being contaminated and stimulated to cause breakouts.  5.Prevention of complications of decubitus ulcers Prevent patients from fever, edema, bruising, malnutrition and other conditions to prevent complications of decubitus ulcers. If infection, persistent pus leakage and pain occur in the wound, the patient should go to the trauma repair department for timely treatment, especially if the wound is suspected to be deep, involves bone tissue or has submerged sinus tracts.  6, diet and living care Maintain a balanced diet and nutrition, appropriate more protein and vitamins, such as eating more fine grains and cereals, eggs, meat, fruits and vegetables, to provide sufficient nutritional supply for wound healing, while enhancing their own resistance and skin tolerance.  In addition, prolonged bed rest can easily lead to qi and blood deficiency and depression, so you can help bed-ridden patients do appropriate limb stretching exercises to move their muscles and bones to promote the smooth flow of qi and blood, and also carry out qi and blood nourishing food and medicine to promote qi and blood recovery.