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:
1. Should receive specific training.
2. Must be certified.
3. Is required to ask the client's permission.
4. Has to obtain special assessment equipment.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The nurse should receive specific training in the use of the Braden scale in order for assessment to be accurate.
Rationale 2: The nurse does not need to be certified in the use of the Braden Scale.
Rationale 3: There is no specific permission required from the client.
Rationale 4: There is no special assessment equipment required.
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