When examining your acute care patient, you notice an open wound on his extensor forearm that looks to be an epidermal flap with exposed dermis. The wound is bleeding minimally. This wound is likely:

A. a skin tear.
B. a pressure ulcer.
C. a degloving.
D. an abrasion.

A

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A) Generic equivalents. B) Brand name alternatives. C) OTC options. D) Drug compatibilities.

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