Leg ulcers in older adults with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) are caused by
a. Poor hygiene practices
b. Pressure from bed-bound status
c. Impaired circulation to lower extremities
d. Dryness of the older adult's skin
C
The impaired circulation of PVD increases the older adult's risk for having decreased circulation and impaired wound healing. Responses A, B, and D all are factors that increase an older adult's risk of developing skin breakdown but are not specifically related to PVD.
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