We have an incontinent resident who frequently has perineal skin breakdown. Would this be considered denuded skin, excoriated skin or should we stage it as a pressure ulcer?
Ask the Care Expert about … incontinence-associated dermatitis
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Dec 06, 2017
We have a new wound care nurse and she insists that a few of our residents have “IAD.” I am not familiar with this. Can you help?
Ask the treatment expert … about linens and pads
By
Rosalyn Jordan, RN, BSN, MSc, CWOCN, WCC
Nov 01, 2014
Does placing multiple pads and linens under residents who are incontinent protect their skin?
Ask the treatment expert … about identifying pressure ulcers
By
Rosalyn Jordan, RN, BSN, MSc, CWOCN, WCC
Jun 01, 2013
How do you deal with the age-old question “Is it a pressure ulcer or not?” Many healthcare professionals are frequently faced with the dilemma of how to document a reddened area on the buttocks,...
Feature: Not a normal part of aging
By
Julie Williamson
Mar 06, 2015
Keeping incontinent residents healthy, dignified and satisfied is a full-time chore — if providers are educated and keeping a proper eye on those in their care