What type of wounds are considered chronic?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an identification of the types of wounds that are classified as chronic from a list of options. Chronic wounds are those that do not heal in a timely manner and often require medical intervention.
Answer
Diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, ulcers secondary to venous hypertension
Chronic wounds include diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, and ulcers secondary to venous hypertension.
Answer for screen readers
Chronic wounds include diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, and ulcers secondary to venous hypertension.
More Information
Chronic wounds typically do not heal in a typical and timely manner, often stalling during the healing process. Proper wound care is critical for healing.
Sources
- The Difference Between Acute and Chronic Wounds - Healthline - sciencedirect.com
- Chronic Wounds: Evaluation and Management | AAFP - aafp.org
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