A patient who has a slowly healing wound from a traumatic injury is prescribed an arginine supplement. What information would the nurse provide about this supplement?. Select all that apply.

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A: Arginine is an amino acid that plays a role in the formation of collagen, a protein that is essential for wound healing.
B: Arginine is known to improve blood flow and thus can help increase the delivery of nutrients and immune cells to the injured area, which can help promote healing.
C: Arginine supports the immune system by stimulating T cells and enhancing the function of macrophages, the white blood cells that help fight infection and promote healing. 
D: Arginine is not essential for coagulation, although it can enhance platelet function.
E: While arginine may have some antimicrobial properties, it is not typically used for decreasing bacterial proliferation in wounds.

A Patient Who Has a Slowly Healing Wound from a Traumatic