81636-3
ClinicalPressure injury risk level Braden scale
Definition
The patient's risk level (very high, high, moderate, etc.) of developing a pressure ulcer based on their total score [LOINC: 38227-5] from the Braden Scale assessment. The total score can range from 6 to 23 with a lower score indicating a higher risk.[PMID: 3299278] The level of risk is used to guide the intervention strategies that should be used.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Pressure injury risk level
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Observed.Braden scale
Details
Class
H&P.HX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Pressure ulcer risk Braden Scale
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 81636-3?
LOINC code 81636-3 identifies "Pressure injury risk level Braden scale". The patient's risk level (very high, high, moderate, etc.) of developing a pressure ulcer based on their total score [LOINC: 38227-5] from the Braden Scale assessment. The total score can range from 6 to 23 with a lower score indicating a higher risk.[PMID: 3299278] The level of risk is used to guide the intervention strategies that should be used.
What does 81636-3 measure?
This code measures Pressure injury risk level in ^Patient. It belongs to the H&P.HX class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.