Which of the Following Predisposes an Elderly Patient to Developing

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following predisposes an elderly patient to developing a decubitus ulcer?

• A)circulatory problems
• B)poor nutrition
• C)decreased fat in the subcutaneous tissue
• D)all of the above

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