Braden Scale

• What is the Braden Scale used for?

  Assessing risk for pressure ulcers
• What are the six subscales of the Braden Scale?

  • Sensory perception
  • Moisture
  • Activity
  • Mobility
  • Nutrition
  • Shear and friction
• What does a score of less than 13 on the Braden Scale indicate?

  High risk for pressure ulcers
• What does a score of 13 to 14 on the Braden Scale indicate?

  Moderate risk for pressure ulcers
• What does a score of 15 to 18 on the Braden Scale indicate?

  Mild risk for pressure ulcers
• How does the Braden Scale categorize risk levels based on scores?

  Scores categorize risk as high, moderate, or mild