Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 10.64% of Patients had Pressure Ulcers

This tells you the percent of residents who suffered from a pressure ulcer. Pressure ulcers are damage to the skin resulting from remaining in the same position for too long.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 1.03% of Patients had Serious Falls

This figure is a measure of the percent of long-term patients which had falls resulting in severe injury. We use this statistic in computing nursing scores.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 3.56% of Patients had UTIs

This tells you the percent of patients who have had a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infections are often associated with facilities with worst hygiene practices. Closer supervision reduces the percentage of residents in a nursing home who suffer from UTI's. Note that this statistic is sometimes skewed by the fact that facilities have varying reporting standards for urinary tract infections.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 8.33% of Patients use Anti-Psychotic Medication

This tells you the percentage of residents prescribed antipsychotic drugs. These medications may be used for several medical conditions, including cognitive disorders.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 28.21% of Patients use Anti-Anxiety Medication

This indicates the percentage of residents who were prescribed antianxiety drugs. These drugs are typically used to treat patients experiencing depression or anxiety.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 1.88% of Patients

This is a measure of the percent of long-term stay patients who are exhibiting depressive symptoms. Many in the industry believe this is a measure of resident quality of life.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 94.9% of Patients

This datapoint measures the percent of long-term stay residents that have received the flu and pneumonia vaccines. Respiratory viruses can be very dangerous for seniors, making these vaccines indispensable.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 21.19% of Patients

This tells you the percent of residents who required increased assistance with activities of daily living over time. High levels of dependence on staff for assistance with activities of daily living could be a sign of the erosion of a patient's health.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 9.4% of Residents

This is the percentage of residents that remained mobile levels over time. Optimizing mobility is often a good sign for residents' health.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 0.03 Hospitalizations per 1,000 resident days

This indicates the number of times residents are hospitalized per thousand days of patient care. There is typically a correlation between keeping patients out of the hospital and the quality of nursing home care.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 9.4% of Residents Rehospitalized

This metric tracks the number of rehospitalizations per thousand days of short-term care. Avoiding the hospital during rehabilitation is key to restoring the physical abilities of residents.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 20.79% of Patients

This tells you the number of emergency room visits per 1,000 days of short-term care. There is generally a correlation between staying out of the emergency room and the quality of care.

In Westward Trails Nursing and Rehabilitation, 39.13% of Resident

This tells you the percentage of short-term care patients who experienced functional improvements, such as with activities of daily living.