Altercare of Mentor

In Altercare of Mentor, 7.5% of Patients had Pressure Ulcers

This indicates the percent of residents that have had a pressure ulcer. Pressure ulcers are considered by many experts to be an indicator of nursing care . Pressure ulcers, which are also known as bed sores, are routinely the result of residents not being moved frequently enough.

In Altercare of Mentor, 1.65% of Patients had Serious Falls

This is the percentage of patients that sustained a major fall. Falls resulting in serious injury are considered by many in the nursing home industry to be an indicator of nursing care at a nursing home. Major falls leading to injury are routinely caused by lower quality nursing care.

In Altercare of Mentor, 1.32% of Patients had UTIs

This indicates the percent of residents that suffered from a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infections are considered to be an indicator of nursing care at a nursing home. UTI's are routinely associated with a facility with worst hygiene practices. However, this statistic can also be skewed for some nursing homes due to varying reporting standards for these infections.

In Altercare of Mentor, 8.85% of Patients use Anti-Psychotic Medication

This tells you the percent of residents prescribed antipsychotic medications. While antipsychotic drugs may be helpful for many patients, it is important to confirm these drugs are being used only where medically required. In some cases, excessive reliance on these medications may indicate a facility is using these medications to subdue residents.

In Altercare of Mentor, 8.82% of Patients use Anti-Anxiety Medication

This indicates the percentage of patients who were given antianxiety drugs. These medications are generally prescribed to residents experiencing anxiety and depression.

In Altercare of Mentor, 8.87% of Patients

This metric measures the percentage of long-term care patients who are demonstrating symptoms of depression.

In Altercare of Mentor, 77.71% of Patients

This indicates the percentage of patients who received the pneumonia and flu vaccines. High vaccination rates should be demanded by residents.

In Altercare of Mentor, 11.07% of Patients

This metric is a measure of the percentage of long-term stay patients who required additional assistance with activities of daily living over time. Activities of daily living include activities such as dressing and using the bathroom. Many argue this is a reliable measure of a patient's well-being.

In Altercare of Mentor, 16.05% of Residents

This metric measures the percent of long-term care residents who maintained mobility. Some experts believe that the ability to move around is critical to patients physical and mental health.

In Altercare of Mentor, 16.05% of Residents Rehospitalized

This metric tracks the number of rehospitalizations per thousand days of short-term patient care.

In Altercare of Mentor, 23.71% of Patients

This metric tracks the number of times residents are sent to the emergency room per 1,000 days of short-term patient care.

In Altercare of Mentor, 80.69% of Resident

Measures the percentage of short-term stay residents that experienced functional improvements.