The Braden Scale
The Braden scale can identify if an individual is at risk for developing pressure ulcers. The Braden scale has a numerical (6-23) rating system based on ones sensory perception, skin exposure to moisture, physical activity, mobility, nutrition, and risk for friction and shearing (Braden, Maklebust, & Maklebust, 2005). A lower Braden Scale Score is and indicator that an individual is at a greater of developing a pressure ulcer due to ones lowers level of functioning. Whereas a higher score indicates an individual is more functional and has a lower risk of developing pressure ulcers (Braden, Maklebust, & Maklebust, 2005). My employer also has a tool that increases one risk in addition to the braden scale based on ones age, weight, and if