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Assessment

Braden Scale

Alert with diabetic neuropathy · L1

How this exercise works

Rate each Braden subscale (sensory, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, friction). Pick values that match the patient description to estimate pressure-injury risk.

Fundamental concept

Rating sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction to guide prevention for at-risk patients.

Read: Braden Scale for Pressure Injury Risk →

Scenario

Mr. Chen, 74, is alert and oriented but has decreased sensation in both feet from peripheral neuropathy. He walks to the bathroom with a walker twice daily. Skin is dry; he eats most meals and repositions himself in bed.

Rate each Braden subscale based on the scenario.

Sensory Perception

Moisture

Activity