To promote blood clotting and tissue healing, the nurse should instruct the client recovering from multiple wounds to increase intake of foods high in:
1. vitamins E and C.
2. vitamins E and A.
3. vitamins K and B.
4. vitamins C and B.
Answer: 3
1. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen synthesis. Vitamin E is not indicated for wound healing.
2. Vitamin A fosters capillary formation. Vitamin E is not indicated for wound healing.
3. B complex vitamins promote wound healing, and vitamin K is essential for blood clotting.
4. B complex vitamins promote wound healing. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen synthesis.
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