Which of the following patients are at the lowest risk for complications after a compound fracture?

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APatients with poor nutritional status
BPatients with compromised immune systems
CPatients who are taking corticosteroids
DPatients with a history of diabetes

✓ Correct answer: D. Patients with a history of diabetes Answer: Patients with a history of diabetes Several factors increase a patient's risk of complications after a compound fracture. These include poor nutritional status, a compromised immune system, and taking medications like corticosteroids. Patients with diabetes may face challenges in healing but are at the lowest risk compared to those with the other conditions described.

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