An older adult patient has been treated for a venous ulcer and a plan is in place to prevent the occurrence of future ulcers. What should the nurse include in this plan?
A) Use of supplementary oxygen to aid tissue oxygenation
B) Daily use of normal saline compresses on the lower limbs
C) Daily administration of prophylactic antibiotics
D) A high-protein diet that is rich in vitamins
Ans: D
Feedback:
A diet that is high in protein, vitamins C and A, iron, and zinc is encouraged to promote healing and prevent future ulcers. Prophylactic antibiotics and saline compresses are not used to prevent ulcers. Oxygen supplementation does not prevent ulcer formation.
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