The Braden Scale assesses risk for which condition?

The Braden Scale assesses risk for which condition?

• A. Falls risk
• B. Pressure ulcers
• C. Delirium
• D. Infection

Answer: (B)

The main idea behind the Braden Scale is to identify who is at risk for skin breakdown due to pressure. It looks at six factors that contribute to pressure ulcers: sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction or shear. Each factor is scored, and a lower total score signals a higher risk. Knowing who is at risk allows you to implement prevention right away—like turning and repositioning on a schedule, using pressure-relieving surfaces, maintaining skin hygiene, managing moisture, and ensuring adequate nutrition. This tool specifically targets pressure ulcer risk, not falls, delirium, or infection. Those conditions are evaluated with different assessments tailored to their particular risk factors and manifestations.

The main idea behind the Braden Scale is to identify who is at risk for skin breakdown due to pressure. It looks at six factors that contribute to pressure ulcers: sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction or shear. Each factor is scored, and a lower total score signals a higher risk. Knowing who is at risk allows you to implement prevention right away—like turning and repositioning on a schedule, using pressure-relieving surfaces, maintaining skin hygiene, managing moisture, and ensuring adequate nutrition.

This tool specifically targets pressure ulcer risk, not falls, delirium, or infection. Those conditions are evaluated with different assessments tailored to their particular risk factors and manifestations.