{"id":8997,"date":"2026-10-15T17:58:35","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T21:58:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carepatrol.com\/baltimore\/?p=8997"},"modified":"2026-10-15T18:03:57","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T22:03:57","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%a1-caregiver-checklist-preventing-wounds-in-older-adults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carepatrol.com\/baltimore\/%f0%9f%a7%a1-caregiver-checklist-preventing-wounds-in-older-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Caregiver Checklist: Preventing Wounds in Older Adults"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>A practical, printable tool for families, care teams, and assisted living staff<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>DAILY CHECKS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Inspect skin (heels, hips, tailbone, elbows, shoulders)<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Look for redness, swelling, blisters, or open areas<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Check for moisture from sweat, urine, or stool<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Ensure clean, dry linens and clothing<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Confirm proper positioning in bed or chair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>MOBILITY &amp; POSITIONING<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Reposition every <strong>1\u20132 hours<\/strong> in bed<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Shift weight every <strong>15 minutes<\/strong> when seated<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Use pillows or wedges to offload pressure<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Avoid dragging skin during transfers<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Encourage safe walking or movement as tolerated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>NUTRITION &amp; HYDRATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Provide adequate protein (lean meats, eggs, dairy, legumes)<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Include vitamin\u2011rich foods (A, C, zinc)<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Encourage regular hydration<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Monitor for signs of malnutrition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>MOISTURE &amp; INCONTINENCE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Clean skin promptly after incontinence<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Apply barrier creams as needed<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Use breathable briefs or pads<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Keep skin folds dry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>DIABETES &amp; CHRONIC CONDITION MANAGEMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Monitor blood sugar regularly<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Inspect feet daily<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Ensure proper footwear<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Follow podiatry recommendations<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Track circulation issues (cold feet, color changes)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHEN TO CALL A CLINICIAN<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Wound is warm, red, or swollen<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Drainage increases or smells foul<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Pain worsens<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Fever or chills develop<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Wound is not improving within 48\u201372 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>HOW CAREPATROL SUPPORTS YOU<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2610 Helps identify communities with strong wound\u2011care programs<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Reviews staffing, training, and clinical oversight<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Ensures mobility, nutrition, and chronic disease support<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Advocates for proactive prevention and early intervention<\/li>\n<li>\u2610 Provides guidance during transitions after surgery or hospitalization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aging well means healing well \u2014 and no family should navigate this alone.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/carepatrol.com\/baltimore\/preventing-treating-pressure-ulcers-a-clinically-grounded-guide-for-caregivers\/\">Wound Care Blog<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Paula Sotir | 410-844-0800<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A practical, printable tool for families, care teams, and assisted living staff DAILY CHECKS \u2610 Inspect skin (heels, hips, tailbone, elbows, shoulders) \u2610 Look for redness, swelling, blisters, or open areas \u2610 Check for moisture from sweat, urine, or stool \u2610 Ensure clean, dry linens and clothing \u2610 Confirm proper positioning in bed or 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