Which tool is used to determine risk for impaired skin integrity?
a. Braden scale
b. Glasgow scale
c. Vanderbilt scale
d. MMSE scale
ANS: A
The Braden scale is used to determine risk for impaired skin integrity: The Glasgow is a coma scale, the Vanderbilt is a behavior scale, and the MMSE is the mini-mental exam to determine cognitive status.
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