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Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Sore Risk


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This rating scale for nurses and other health care providers predicts a patient’s level of risk for developing pressure ulcers. The scale is composed of six subscales that measure functional capabilities of the patient that contribute to either higher intensity and duration of pressure or lower tissue tolerance for pressure. 

The six subscales include:

  • Sensory perception
  • Moisture
  • Activity
  • Mobility
  • Nutrition
  • Friction and shear
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Links to the Tool:
This tool is available at: http://www.bradenscale.com/images/bradenscale.pdf (If you don't have the software to open this PDF, download free Adobe Acrobat Reader® software.)

Developer

Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom

Funding Sources

Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom; Prevention Plus


QualityTool Topic

Prevention and Wellness


History

  • Release Date: 01/1988
  • Original Summary: 11/2008
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QualityTool Classification
Disease/Clinical Category: spacer Decubitus ulcer
Patient Population: spacer Vulnerable Populations > Disabled (physically); Frail elderly; Intensive care unit patients
Stage of Care: spacer Preventive care; Acute care; Chronic care
Setting of Care: spacer Hospital Inpatient - Hospital Type > Community hospital, Teaching hospital; Tertiary care hospital; Residential Facility > Nursing home
Patient Care Process: spacer Preventive Care Processes > Primary prevention; Active Care Processes: Diagnosis and Treatment > Chronic-disease management; Infection control; Patient safety
QualityTool Format: spacer Workbook/Manual/Guide
QualityTool Topic: spacer Prevention and Wellness
Developer: spacer Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom
Funding Sources: spacer Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom; Prevention Plus

 

Last updated: October 28, 2009.

 

 spacer Associated Profiles:
 Proactive Assessment and Management of At-Risk Patients Reduces Pressure Ulcers and Saves $11 Million Annually in Two-Hospital System
(3/2/09)
Comprehensive, Hospital-Based Program Significantly Reduces Pressure Ulcer Incidence and Associated Costs
(4/14/08)

 
 
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