Braden Scale Calculator
Score all six subscales to assess pressure injury risk.
Score
— / 23
Lower = higher risk
6 subscales remaining
Scoring notes
Score what you observe, not what the patient reports. A lower total means higher risk — the friction/shear subscale only goes to 3, so a “perfect” score is 23, not 24.
Reassess on admission, per facility schedule, and with any change in condition. A single low subscale (e.g., constant moisture) warrants targeted intervention even when the total looks safe.
Educational use only. Braden scoring supports risk assessment and care planning; prevention protocols and surface selection follow facility policy and provider orders. This material supports nursing education and exam review. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for clinical judgment, institutional policy, or medical direction. Always follow facility protocols and current provider orders.