Using the Braden Q Scale to Predict Pressure Ulcer Risk in Pediatric Patients

A comparison of the performance of the Braden Q and the Glamorgan paediatric pressure ulcer risk assessment scales in general and intensive care paediatric and neonatal units

“…Incidence and prevalence studies are necessary to establish benchmarking data about the size of the pressure ulcer problem (11,12), and using prospective incidence studies can help in exploring the performance of the RASs in certain populations (13). .…”

“…This sub-item was also included in the original conceptual model used to develop the adult Braden Scale (10). The Braden Q scale has been tested for validity in infants and children aged from 21 days old to eight years (11) and found to show good diagnostic accuracy in 3-8 year olds (20). Validity studies have shown that children considered at low risk of pressure injury score an average of 25, moderate risk score an average of 21, and high risk score an average of 16 on the Braden Q scale.…”

Can the Use of an Early Mobility Program Reduce the Incidence of Pressure Ulcers in a Surgical Critical Care Unit?

“…6 In 2006, there were 503 300 hospitalizations with PU diagnoses and the estimated annual approximated cost for PU treatment was $11 billion. [5][6][7][8][9][10] But new research questions whether these tools are appropriate for all populations. Current evidence-based practices aimed at PU prevention include risk assessment using the available and validated tools such the Norton, Braden, and Braden Q scales.…”

A randomized controlled trial of Velcro versus standard twill ties following pediatric tracheotomy

“…All patients were assessed daily on POD 1 to 5 for the occurrence of skin‐related complications using both the standard daily skin assessment as well as the Braden Q scale. The Braden Q scale is a valid, reliable tool for assessing pediatric pressure ulcer risk using seven subscales (mobility, activity, sensory perception, moisture, friction and shear, nutrition, tissue oxygenation/perfusion) . The Braden Q and skin assessments were performed by the bedside registered nurse twice daily as part of the patient's routine assessment.…”