Anthony D et al (2010) Do risk assessment scales for pressure ulcers work? Journal of Tissue Viability; 19: 4, 132-136. Baath C et al (2008) Interrater reliability using Modified Norton Scale, ...

Risk assessment is the first step in pressure ulcer prevention to identify patients most at risk, plan and implement interventions, and ensure resources are used appropriately. A risk assessment ...

However the accuracy of the risk assessment is dependent upon an understanding of the multiple risk factors contributing to the development of pressure ulcers, particularly for residents with risk ...

A key to prevention is early detection of at-risk patients with a valid and reliable pressure ulcer risk assessment instrument. Best Tool: The Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Sore Risk is ...

People admitted to hospital or a care home with nursing have a pressure ulcer risk assessment within 6 hours of admission. Healthcare professionals can identify people who are at risk of developing ...

For the purposes of this guideline: Consider using a validated scale to support clinical judgement (for example, the Braden scale, the Waterlow score or the Norton risk-assessment scale) when ...