You are giving a patient some teaching on factors that affect wound healing. which of the following statements are CORRECT?
A. Immunosuppressive agents can have an effect on wound healing
B. Nutritional intake does not affect the speed of wound healing
C. Over oxygenation of tissue has a detrimental effect on wound healing
D. Wound healing gets progressively faster as you age.
Answer: A. Immunosuppressive agents can have an effect on wound healing
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