Why Is It Important for a Patient to Have a Diet

question 19

Multiple Choice

Why is it important for a patient to have a diet rich in vitamin C and zinc in her diet during wound healing?

• A)They stimulate collagen cross-linking.
• B)They help bring oxygen to the site.
• C)They are essential for tissue repair.
• D)They enhance immune function.

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Definitions:

Foreign Invader

An external agent, often microscopic, that enters the body and can cause disease or trigger an immune response.

Lymphocyte

A type of white blood cell that plays a vital role in the immune system, helping the body fight infection and disease.

Collagen

A major structural protein found in skin, bones, tendons, and other connective tissues, crucial for tissue strength and elasticity.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions and regulates physiological functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.