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