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Printed on 4/21/2026
For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice.
The Braden Scale is a widely used nursing risk-screening tool for pressure injuries. It scores six domains and generates a total from 6 to 23. Lower scores indicate higher risk and support proactive prevention interventions in inpatient and long-term care settings.
Formula: Braden = sum of 6 subscales (5 scored 1-4, friction/shear scored 1-3), total 6-23.
Lower Braden totals indicate greater pressure injury risk and need for more aggressive prevention.
Use this tool in inpatient, rehabilitation, and long-term care workflows for pressure injury risk screening and prevention planning.
Braden is a screening tool and cannot replace full skin assessment, nursing judgment, and individualized prevention protocols.
For related assessments, see Norton Scale, Barthel Index and MUST Score.
Disclaimer: This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with questions about your health.
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