The nurse is concerned that a client will experience delayed wound healing when which of the following is assessed? (Select all that apply.)
1. Prescribed a beta-blocker medication
2. Poor appetite
3. Ambulating in the room several times a day
4. Age 85
5. Prescribed steroids
6. Skin warm and dry
1, 2, 4, 5
Risk factors for delayed wound healing include ischemia, medications such as beta-blockers, smoking, exposure to cold, repetitive injury, altered nutrition infection, anti-inflammatory steroids, and older age. Ambulating in the room several times a day may encourage wound healing. Skin warm and dry will not delay wound healing.
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