The newly hired nurse learns that the facility uses the Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Sore Risk to assess all new admissions. Before using this scale, the nurse:
A)
Is required to ask the client's permission.
B)
Should receive specific training.
C)
Must be certified.
D)
Has to obtain special assessment equipment.
B
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