Pressure Injuries
Braden Scale (Adult)
The Braden Scale is a scale made up of six subscales, which measure elements of risk that contribute to either higher intensity and duration of pressure, or lower tissue tolerance for pressure. These are: sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, friction, and shear.
View PDF
Braden QD Scale
Braden QD Scale for Assessment of Immobility and Device-Related Pressure Ulcer Risk in Pediatric Population.
View PDF
2019 International Guideline for Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Injuries
Provides evidence based recomendations for pressure injury that can be used by health professionals.
Internal Access
2019 International Guideline for Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Injuries - Quick Reference Guide
The Quick Reference Guide presents a summary of the recommendations and good practice statements contained in the full guideline.
Internal Access
Mitigating Pressure Injuries related to Moisture: Maintaining Optimal Moisture Balance
Moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) represents a significant problem and can have a negative effect on patient wellbeing and quality of life.
View PDF
Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (AHRQ)
The mission of AHRQ is to improve the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans.
View AHRQ Website
National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP)
An independent not-for-profit professional organization dedicated to the prevention and management of pressure injuries.
Visit Webiste
World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS)
The mission of the WUWHS is to enhance the life of persons with wounds worldwide.
View WUWHS Website
Wound Healing Society
Composed of clinical and basic scientists and wound care specialists, the mission of the WHS is to improve wound healing outcomes through science, professional education, and communication.
View the WHS Website
Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing (WOCN)
An independent not-for-profit professional organization dedicated to the prevention and management of pressure injuries.
Visit Webiste
American Board of Wound Management (ABWM)
The American Board of Wound Management (ABWM), is a voluntary, not-for-profit organization established for the purpose of credentialing multi-disciplinary professionals in the field of wound management.
View ABWM Website
Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC)
The mission of the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care is to advance the care of patients with and at-risk for wounds.
View the AAWC WebsiteLast Updated: 2/11/2022