BRADEN SCALE Flashcards
What does the Braden Scale assess?
The risk of developing pressure ulcers.
True or False: The Braden Scale includes six categories.
True
Fill in the blank: The six categories of the Braden Scale are _____, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction/shear.
sensory perception
What score range on the Braden Scale indicates a high risk for pressure ulcers?
Less than 12
What is the highest possible score on the Braden Scale?
23
Which category of the Braden Scale evaluates a patient’s ability to respond to pressure-related discomfort?
Sensory perception
Multiple Choice: Which category assesses the patient’s level of physical activity? A) Sensory perception B) Mobility C) Activity
C) Activity
True or False: A score of 15-18 on the Braden Scale indicates moderate risk.
True
What nursing intervention is recommended for a patient identified as high risk on the Braden Scale?
Implement a regular repositioning schedule.
Fill in the blank: The Braden Scale is widely used in _____ settings.
healthcare
What does a score of 13-14 on the Braden Scale indicate?
Moderate risk for pressure ulcers.
Short Answer: Name one factor that can increase the risk of pressure ulcers.
Immobility
What should nurses monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions based on the Braden Scale?
Skin integrity and any signs of pressure ulcers.
True or False: The Braden Scale is only applicable to elderly patients.
False
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a category of the Braden Scale? A) Nutrition B) Activity C) Pain
C) Pain
What is the purpose of using the Braden Scale in clinical practice?
To identify patients at risk for pressure ulcers and guide preventive interventions.
Fill in the blank: A Braden Scale score of 10 or less indicates _____ risk.
very high
Short Answer: What is one essential nursing action for patients with decreased mobility?
Frequent repositioning.
What is the relationship between nutrition and the Braden Scale?
Poor nutrition increases the risk for pressure ulcers.
True or False: The Braden Scale can be used to evaluate patients in both acute and long-term care settings.
True
