The nurse performs an assessment on a newly admitted older adult client. The client receives a score of 12 on the Braden scale. What is the risk for impaired skin integrity for this client?

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The Braden scale is used to assess the risk for the development of pressure ulcers. A score of 15 to 16 indicates a low risk, 13 to 14 indicates a moderate risk, and a score of 12 or less is indicative of a high risk for pressure ulcer development.

The Nurse Performs an Assessment on a Newly Admitted Older