Braden Scale: Assessing Patient Risk of Pressure Sores
What is the Braden Scale?
The Braden Scale is a widely used assessment tool in healthcare settings to evaluate and document a patient's risk of developing pressure sores. It is an evidence-based and standardized method that helps clinicians identify those who are at high risk and require preventive measures.
History and Development
The Braden Scale was developed by Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom in 1987. Initially designed for use in nursing homes, it has since become the most commonly used pressure ulcer risk assessment tool in the United States.
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