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Jipu 123

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Why might skin integrity and wound healing be compromised in the client who takes blood pressure medications? Antihypertensives:
 
  a. Can cause cellular toxicity
  b. Increase the risk of ischemia
  c. Delay wound healing
  d. Predispose to hematoma formation

Question 2

What is the function of the stratum corneum?
 
  a. Provides insulation for temperature regulation
  b. Provides strength and elasticity to the skin
  c. Protects the body against the entry of pathogens
  d. Continually produces new skin cells


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Carissamariew

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


Jipu 123

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!

dantucker

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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