Why Do Many Older Adults Have Impaired Inflammation and Wound

question 32

Multiple Choice

Why do many older adults have impaired inflammation and wound healing?

• A) Because their circulatory system cannot adequately perfuse tissues.
• B) Because they are deficient in complement and chemotaxis.
• C) Because they have underlying chronic illnesses.
• D) Because they have an insufficient number of mast cells.

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