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Good luck with all this. Bedsores are difficult.
That Hospice needs reporting to state regulatory commission in control of Hospice licensing.
This lack of exam by a nurse that visits weekly is negligence.
I cannot imagine why you didn't bring this to her/his attention?
But that's not here nor there.
For now, they may give antibiotics if the bedsore cultures out infected, but they often are not. They are simply necrosis (dying) of the flesh and can quickly go down to the bone. They can cause sepsis if they infect, and organ shutdown and death. They require special wound care. They should be cared for by a wound care nurse who will know how to treat and will inform you fully.
I have said over and over that the NEW way of Hospice is horrible, that you will see one RN once a week and other than to check your BP and record she will likely sit at your bedside a few moments to visit and leave. THIS is certain an example of THAT. I am so very very sorry.
Bedsores should be addressed immediately.
Even if the the nurse did not notice a bedsore the CNA should have observed it and documented it when she/he gave your husband a bath or shower. Would have been noticed if they gave him a bed bath as well.
I also think this is worth a call to the Team manager and let them know that this was ignored.
How did they all miss this is beyond me. You may need to hire an different and better hospice agency.
But yes, hospice can order an antibiotic if deemed necessary, and they should also have a wound nurse now come out several times a week to check on this bedsore and clean and put whatever cream they decide on it and keep it bandaged.
I learned first hand that you have to stay on top of whatever hospice agency you choose to make sure that your loved one is receiving the best care possible.
Best wishes in getting your dad the care he deserves.