Hester Davis Scale Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Hester Davis Scale Score (\(HDS\)):

\[ HDS = MS + M + A + N + FS \]

Where:

\(HDS\) is the Hester Davis Scale Score
\(MS\) is the Mental Status (0-2 points)
\(M\) is the Mobility (0-3 points)
\(A\) is the Activity (0-3 points)
\(N\) is the Nutrition (0-3 points)
\(FS\) is the Friction and Shear (0-3 points)

What is the Hester Davis Scale?

The Hester Davis Scale is a tool used by healthcare professionals to assess the risk of pressure ulcers in patients. It evaluates five key factors that contribute to skin breakdown and ulcer formation. A higher score indicates a greater risk of developing pressure ulcers, which can then inform the level of care and preventative measures needed for the patient.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Mental Status (\(MS\)) = 1
Mobility (\(M\)) = 2
Activity (\(A\)) = 1
Nutrition (\(N\)) = 2
Friction and Shear (\(FS\)) = 1

Using the formula:

\[ HDS = 1 + 2 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 7 \]

The Hester Davis Scale Score (HDS) is 7.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Mental Status (\(MS\)) = 2
Mobility (\(M\)) = 3
Activity (\(A\)) = 2
Nutrition (\(N\)) = 3
Friction and Shear (\(FS\)) = 3

Using the formula:

\[ HDS = 2 + 3 + 2 + 3 + 3 = 13 \]

The Hester Davis Scale Score (HDS) is 13.