What Causes Brown Pigmentation of the Lower Extremities in Clients

question 46

Multiple Choice

What causes brown pigmentation of the lower extremities in clients with venous stasis?

• A)The necrosis of subcutaneous fat due to tissue hypoxia
• B)Breakdown of red blood cells in the congested tissues
• C)Reduced inflammatory and immune response from congested circulation
• D)Skin atrophy caused by lack of circulation

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