How to prevent bed sores

I have recently undertaken the care of my bed-ridden mother. What frightened me more than anything, where the bed sores. It is not just a sore. To prevent them, is easier than to treat them.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Iodine
• Anti-acid (eg Maalox)
• Anti-fungis powder (eg Daktarin)
• Olive oil soap

1. Wash the area thoroughly with the olive oil soap. There is no need to rinse out well. Dry, by patting and not rubbing, with absorbent paper

2. In a small container, mix approximately 50ml anti-acid(Maalox) with 10ml iodine (Betadine.
   With a cotton swab, apply the mixture, especially over the area where the spine ends. The patient must lie on her side, to dry, for at least half an hour.

3. Apply anti-fungis power to all vulnerable areas, including under the arms.

Tips & Warnings

• A protein rich diet is essential. 1 whole egg and 2 egg whites, per day are a must.
• To prevent bed sores is easier than to treat them.