Geriatrics
Braden Scale (Pressure Ulcer Risk)
Evaluates inpatient risk for developing pressure ulcers.
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Parameters
Braden Scale (Pressure Ulcer Risk) Result
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Formula
Braden Score = Sensory (1-4) + Moisture (1-4) + Activity (1-4) + Mobility (1-4) + Nutrition (1-4) + Friction/Shear (1-3)Clinical Pearls
Mandated in most hospital admission workflows to identify patients at risk of preventable hospital-acquired pressure injuries.
Limitations
Scoring should be repeated frequently (e.g., daily in ICU, weekly on general floors) as patient condition changes.