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Score that helps to assess the risk of pressure sores. A score of >10 is classed as 'at risk', a score of >15 is classed as 'high risk' and a score of >20 is classed as 'very high risk'.[1]

Points are given for various factors including:

  • Build
  • Continence
  • Health of skin
  • Mobility
  • Gender
  • Age
  • Appetite
  • Special Risks
  • Neurological deficit
  • Trauma
  • Medications

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The score is copyright but may be used for free: See Waterlow Score Card

References

  1. ↑ Waterlow J. Pressure sores: a risk assessment card. Nursing times. 1985 Nov 27-Dec 3; 81(48):49-55.
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