Brier Oak on Sunset

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 2.27% of Patients had Pressure Ulcers

This is the percent of residents that have had a pressure ulcer. Pressure ulcers are considered to be a barometer of the quality of nursing care . Pressure ulcers, which are also called bed sores, are often caused by residents not being moved frequently enough.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 1.18% of Patients had Serious Falls

This indicates the percentage of patients that sustained a major fall. Falls leading to severe injury are considered by many experts to be a barometer of the quality of nursing care at a nursing home. Major falls leading to injury are routinely caused by lower levels of patient supervision.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 0.75% of Patients had UTIs

This is the percent of patients that suffered from a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infections are often caused by facilities with worst hygiene practices. More frequent bathing can limit the percentage of residents in a nursing home who suffer from UTI's. Note that this metric is affected by by the fact that facilities have incongruent reporting standards for infections.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 2.59% of Patients use Anti-Psychotic Medication

This figure is an indication of the percent of long-term residents receiving antipsychotic medications. While antipsychotic drugs serve an important medical purpose, it is important to ensure these drugs are being used appropriately. In some situations, high levels of antipsychotic drug use may suggest that a facility is using these drugs to subdue residents.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 8.37% of Patients use Anti-Anxiety Medication

This metric tells you the percent of long-term care patients receiving antianxiety drugs.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 7.85% of Patients

Measures the percentage of long-term stay residents who are exhibiting symptoms of depression. Some argue this is a reliable measure of quality of care.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 99.65% of Patients

This tells you the percent of residents who were administered the pneumonia and flu vaccines. High vaccination rates should be demanded by residents.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 8.06% of Patients

Measures the percent of long-term stay patients that needed more assistance with activities of daily living over time. Activities of daily living include activities such as getting dressed and bathing. Many in the industry believe this is a measure of a patient's well-being.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 6.13% of Residents

This is the percent of residents that retained mobility levels over time. Optimizing mobility is often a great sign for residents' health.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 0.02 Hospitalizations per 1,000 resident days

This is a measure of the number of times residents are hospitalized per thousand days of patient care. Avoiding hospitalizations is critical to the physical health of patients.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 6.13% of Residents Rehospitalized

This is a measure of the number of times residents are rehospitalized per thousand days of short-term patient care.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 8.52% of Patients

This tells you the number of emergency room visits per 1,000 days of short-term patient care.

In Brier Oak on Sunset, 85.27% of Resident

This is the percent of short-term residents who experienced functional improvements, such as enhanced ability to perform activities of daily living. Higher levels of independence with ADL's often correlates with successful rehabilitation.