A resident has an open wound on the right lower leg.The person has poor blood flow through her veins.Her wound is:

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Stasis ulcers are common in individuals with poor blood flow through their veins, which can lead to pooling of blood in the legs and ultimately result in an open wound. Arterial ulcers are caused by poor blood flow through arteries and typically occur on the toes, feet, or lower leg. Pressure ulcers are caused by prolonged pressure on the skin, while skin tears occur when the skin is fragile and easily damaged. Neither of these conditions are related to poor blood flow through the veins.

A Resident Has an Open Wound on the Right Lower