Practice Question
A nurse is assessing clients on the medical surgical floor for skin problems. Which of the following are most likely to become chronic wounds?
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Correct Answer:
Diabetic foot ulcer
Rationale:
🎯Diabetes impairs microvascular perfusion, delaying oxygen and nutrient delivery critical for tissue repair.
🎯Peripheral neuropathy reduces protective sensation, allowing repetitive trauma that sustains nonhealing ulcers.
🎯Hyperglycemia compromises leukocyte function, promoting biofilm and persistent inflammation that stalls healing.
🎯Arterial disease often coexists, further limiting tissue perfusion and granulation.
🎯Comprehensive care requires glycemic control, off-loading, infection management, and vascular assessment to progress healing.
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- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
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