Abstract: Objective: To explore the application of OH pressure ulcer assessment scale in elderly inpatients. Method: The inclusion criteria are aged60 years old and Barthel Index <60. Totally 286 inpatients were included in this study. Results: The Spearman correlation coefficient of OH pressure ulcer assessment scale was 0.995. The distribution of pressure ulcer risk level was significantly different between OH pressure ulcer assessment scale and Braden Scale (P<0.01); The Coincidence rate of OH pressure ulcer assessment scale was higher than Braden Scale (P<0.05). OH pressure ulcer assessment scale consumed less time by the nurses than Braden Scale (P<0.01). Conclusion: The OH pressure ulcer assessment scale is convenient and effective for elderly patients.