A client has had Braden scores of 18 and 19 and Norton scores of 15 and 17 over the last 2 months. Is trending of these scores significant?
A)
No, trending can only be accurate if the same scale is used.
B)
No, the scores indicate opposite risks for pressure ulcer development.
C)
Somewhat, but trending would be more accurate if the same scale were used.
D)
Yes, there is a definite trend of low risk for pressure ulcer development.
C
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