The nurse is using the Braden scale to assess the patient's risk for a pressure ulcer. Which risk categories are associated with the Braden scale? (Select all that apply.)
a. Activity
b. Friction and shear
c. Moisture
d. Sensory perception
e. Cognition
ANS: A, B, C, D
The Braden scale ranks the patient on the risk categories of sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction and shear. The scale does not include cognition.
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