Skin assessment tools guide risk stratification and preventive interventions such as repositioning and support surfaces.  Common tools include Braden and Norton scales to quantify risk and trigger prevention bundles.  Perform assessments on admission and regularly thereafter document findings and implement tailored prevention plans.

Standardized skin assessment supports early detection and prevention of pressure injury.  Checklist and scale based tool to assess skin risk and guide prevention strategies.  Use assessment results to select support surfaces nutrition interventions and repositioning frequency.

Main Points: Skin Assessment Tool | Risk scoring | Regular reassessment | Documentation | Prevention bundle | Support surface selection

Quick Facts: Risk scales guide prevention intensity | Regular reassessment detects change | Documentation supports care continuity | Use results to select support surfaces | Combine with nutrition and mobility interventions

Topics related to Skin Assessment Tool include pressure injury prevention | risk assessment | care planning