Possible Barriers There are many barriers that can present themselves while implementing this practice change. Nursing staff may not value the research results and resist the change. The Braden Scale assessment may not be performed due to lack of time or appropriate education of the nursing staff. Patients may find the questions or skin assessment to invasive and refuse to participate in the assessment
Ethical Implications One ethical implication may arise if a patient or caregiver refuse the Braden Scale assessment or education from nursing staff. Patients may also refuse the recommended treatments to prevent pressure ulcers. A patients’ rights must be respected and they should not be forced to do anything against their will.
Ethical Implications One ethical implication may arise if a patient or caregiver refuse the Braden Scale assessment or education from nursing staff. Patients may also refuse the recommended treatments to prevent pressure ulcers. A patients’ rights must be respected and they should not be forced to do anything against their will.