An older adult patient has an open,draining wound on the lower medial aspect of the right leg.The skin surrounding the wound is reddish brown with surrounding erythema and edema.Based on this information,the nurse edits the patient's care plan to include impaired skin integrity:
A) related to altered venous circulation.
B) peripheral related to arterial insufficiency.
C) related to diabetic neuropathy.
D) open wound related to pressure ulcer.
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