The nurse is planning care for a group of patients and is concerned about skin breakdown and delayed wound healing.Which of the following patients are likely to be at a higher risk for impaired wound healing should they develop a pressure ulcer? (Select all that apply.)

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Elderly patients, those with diabetes, those undergoing chemotherapy, and those with congestive heart failure are at higher risk for impaired wound healing due to factors like reduced mobility, compromised immune function, poor circulation, and chronic illness.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Group of Patients