PAINAD Scale / Braden Scale

This study card on the PAINAD Scale and the Braden Scale provides a clear and practical overview for nursing students and healthcare professionals working with vulnerable and dependent patients.

The PAINAD Scale (Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia) is used to assess pain in patients who are unable to communicate verbally, such as those with dementia. It evaluates indicators such as facial expression, body language, and vocalizations to help estimate pain levels.

The Braden Scale is used to assess the risk of pressure ulcers (pressure injuries) based on factors such as sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction/shear.

This card supports clinical reasoning, observational skills, and preventive care in everyday healthcare practice 🩺