Which of the Following Statements Explains Why Decubitus Ulcers Are

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements explains why decubitus ulcers are of concern in elderly patients?

• A) Elderly individuals have higher amounts of collagen in the skin that increases the likelihood of bacterial infection.
• B) Elderly individuals have more fragile skin due to loss of collagen fibers in the dermis, increasing the likelihood of tissue damage.
• C) Elderly individuals are more likely to fall and experience abrasions due to loss of balance.
• D) Elderly individuals have increased sebum secretion that provides more nutrients to the bacteria that cause decubitus ulcers.

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