Pruitthealth-Raleigh

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 7.96% of Patients had Pressure Ulcers

This indicates the percentage of patients who have had a pressure ulcer. Pressure ulcers, also referred to as bed sores, are often the result of residents not being moved frequently enough. Better nursing protocols minimizes the percentage of residents in a nursing home who sustain pressure ulcers.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 1.69% of Patients had Serious Falls

This measures the percent of long-term care patients who had a fall resulting in severe injury. We use this statistic in computing our nursing ratings.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 1.46% of Patients had UTIs

This indicates the percent of patients that have had a urinary tract infection. These infections are sometimes linked to poorer hygiene.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 15.36% of Patients use Anti-Psychotic Medication

This tells you the percentage of long-term residents taking antipsychotic medications. While antipsychotic medications play an important role in caring for many residents, it is important to confirm these drugs are being used only where medically required. In limited cases, increased usage of these drugs may suggest a facility is using these medications to control patient behavior.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 16.93% of Patients use Anti-Anxiety Medication

This tells you the percent of residents who were prescribed antianxiety drugs. These drugs are generally prescribed to residents experiencing depression and anxiety.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 0% of Patients

This tells you the percentage of residents who are showing symptoms of depression.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 92.97% of Patients

This indicates the percent of patients who were given the flu and pneumonia vaccines. High vaccination rates should be standard at this point.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 34% of Patients

This metric measures the percentage of long-term care residents who required more assistance with activities of daily living over time. ADL's include activities such as dressing and bathing. Some would argue that this is a reliable measure of a resident's well-being.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 33.54% of Residents

Measures the percent of long-term care patients who remained mobile levels. Some experts believe that the ability to move around is vital to residents' well-being.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 0.02 Hospitalizations per 1,000 resident days

This datapoint measures the number of hospitalizations per thousand days of patient care.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 33.54% of Residents Rehospitalized

This indicates the number of times residents are rehospitalized per 1,000 days of short-term care.

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 10.16% of Patients

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

In Pruitthealth-Raleigh, 67.84% of Resident

This datapoint is a measure of the percent of short-term care patients that experienced functional improvements, such as enhanced ability to perform activities of daily living. Many believe that this is a measure of a facility's rehabilitation services.