Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) Practice Exam

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How does the Braden scale categorize moisture?

1 - Consistently dry
2 - Skin often but not always moist
3 - Completely dry
4 - Rarely moist

The correct answer is: 2 - Skin often but not always moist

The Braden Scale categorizes moisture as part of its assessment of a patient's risk for developing pressure ulcers. The correct choice accurately reflects the criteria used to evaluate skin moisture levels. In this context, the category that describes skin that is "often but not always moist" indicates a consistent presence of moisture that could contribute to skin integrity issues. This designation acknowledges that while the skin may not be constantly wet, a frequent occurrence of moisture can still pose a risk for skin breakdown. Other options fail to capture this nuance; for example, saying "consistently dry" would describe skin that does not have moisture-related risks as closely, and "completely dry" suggests an absence of moisture, which also diminishes considerations regarding skin integrity. "Rarely moist" implies an infrequent presence of moisture, which does not fully account for the potential risks associated with intermittent moisture exposure. Hence, the definition helps understand the balance of moisture in skin health management.