The nurse admits a patient to the surgical unit and determines that the patient's Braden Scale score is 18.Which does the nurse include in the patient's initial plan of care?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A Braden Scale score of 18 indicates a mild risk for pressure ulcers. Maintaining the head of the bed at approximately 30 degrees helps reduce pressure on the sacrum and other bony prominences, which is important for preventing pressure ulcers.

The Nurse Admits a Patient to the Surgical Unit and Determines