noun
- painful sores that develop on the skin from lying in bed for long periods without changing position
Usage: medical
Examples
- The nurse turned the patient every two hours to prevent bedsores.
- Bedsores commonly develop on the heels, hips, and tailbone.
- Proper cushioning can help reduce the risk of bedsores in bedridden patients.
- The elderly man developed severe bedsores during his hospital stay.
- Regular skin care is essential for preventing bedsores in immobile patients.
- The doctor examined the patient for signs of bedsores.
- Special mattresses are designed to prevent bedsores in long-term care facilities.