Based on the assessment results, which of the following hospital patients is most likely to be experiencing the effects of chronic stress?
A)
A 32-year-old intravenous drug user with a diagnosis of endocarditis
B)
A 45-year-old paraplegic who is experiencing delayed wound healing of an ischial ulcer
C)
A 79-year-old woman who has a diagnosis of acute and chronic renal failure
D)
A 63-year-old man with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and heart failure (HF)
Ans:
B
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Delayed wound healing has been associated with chronic stress. Endocarditis, renal failure, COPD, and CHF are not noted as common effects of chronic stress.
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