An adult patient is fully able to detect and respond to pain and discomfort.He has no incontinence or mobility limitations.He is of normal weight and consumes a nutritious diet.The patient has no problem with rubbing,friction,or shear.What is the Braden score for this patient?

A) 0
B) 15
C) 20
D) 23

The Braden scale evaluates six major risk factors: sensory perception,moisture,activity,mobility,nutrition,and friction and sheer.Each category is rated on a scale of 1 to 4,excluding the friction and shear,which is rated on a scale of 1 to 3.The final score reflects the patient's risk: the lower the score,the more likely the patient will develop a pressure ulcer.The patient receives four points for sensory perception,moisture,activity,mobility,and nutrition and three points for friction and shear,making a total of 23 points,which is a perfect score.