The nurse conducting a physical assessment on a client with ascorbic acid (vitamin C) deficiency would assess that the clinical manifestation associated with this problem is
A) bumpy or scaly skin.
B) ecchymotic skin lesions.
C) extremity edema.
D) muscle tetany.

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Evidence of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) deficit includes gingivitis, dry mouth, alopecia, pruritus, and ecchymotic lesions on the skin.

The Nurse Conducting a Physical Assessment on a Client with Ascorbic