Bilateral Chronic Venous Ulcer / Burn wound
Bilateral Chronic Venous Leg Ulcer / Burn wound with areas of hypopigmentation
Name:
C.M
Age:
80
Sex:
Male
Co-morbidities:
Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, history of burns to lower limbs
Type of Wounds:
Bilateral Chronic venous leg ulcer / Burn wound with areas of hypopigmentation
Pre-Therapy:
Left lower limb lesion is extensive 15cm (about 5.91 in) by 8cm (about 3.15 in) from mid tibia to ankle Dressing Used:
Fucidin cream aaa bd, silver sulfasalazine aaa bd, Bactroban ointment aaa bd
Admitted to Golden Age Home since 30.9.2021
Golden Age Nursing Home, Kingston, Jamaica
The Golden Age Home is the biggest care facility for seniors in Jamaica and the Caribbean, housing approximately 400 residents.
The Golden Age Home in Jamaica is a dedicated care facility providing comprehensive support and services to elderly individuals. It focuses on creating a comfortable, safe, and nurturing environment for its residents. Here are some key details about the facility:
Number of Patients: The Golden Age Home currently cares for approximately 400 residents.
Types of Patients: The home accommodates a diverse group of elderly individuals, including those who require general assisted living, specialized medical care, and those recovering from illnesses or
surgeries.
Age of Patients: Residents at the Golden Age Home typically range in age from 60 to 100 years old.
Number of Bed-Bound Patients: About 120 residents are bed-bound and receive specialized care and attention from the staff.
Number with Diabetic Leg Lesions: Approximately 30 residents have diabetic leg lesions and receive ongoing medical treatment to manage their condition
Number with Bed Sores: The facility currently cares for around 25 residents with bed sores, providing them with meticulous care to promote healing and prevent further complications.
The Golden Age Home offers various programs and activities designed to enhance the quality of life and well-being of its residents, including medical care, physical therapy, social activities, and nutritional meals. The home is committed to ensuring that each resident receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Staffed by compassionate professionals, the home strives to maintain high standards of care and foster a sense of community and belonging among its residents. Through its dedicated services, the Golden Age Home aims to improve the lives of elderly individuals, offering them dignity, respect, and a higher quality of life in their later years.
