Stage I of a decubitus ulcer is characterized by:

A) A lesion that extends through the skin into the muscle, bone, tendon, or ligaments.
B) Reddening of unbroken skin.
C) A crater-like lesion that extends through the subcutaneous tissue.
D) An abrasion, blister, or superficial ulceration of the skin.


B

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a. fomites. b. edema. c. syncope. d. malnutrition.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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