A 70-year-old male nursing home resident developed a dermal pressure ulcer. This condition is most often caused by:
A) arteriosclerosis.
B) malnutrition.
C) mental depression.
D) unrelieved pressure.

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Dermal pressure ulcers are most often caused by unrelieved pressure on the skin and underlying tissues, especially in areas such as the bony prominences. Other factors such as immobility, decreased sensation, moisture, and malnutrition can contribute to the development of pressure ulcers, but pressure is the primary cause. Arteriosclerosis may contribute to decreased blood flow to the affected area, but it is not the primary cause of pressure ulcers. Mental depression may lead to decreased mobility and self-care, but it is not a direct cause of pressure ulcers.

A 70-Year-Old Male Nursing Home Resident Developed a Dermal Pressure