In pressure ulcer management, what is the recommended daily vitamin C dosage for stage 1/2 ulcers?

• A. 100-200mg/d
• B. 1000-2000ml/d
• C. 60-100mg/dL
• D. 60-100mg/d

Answer: (A)

Vitamin C supports wound healing by enabling collagen synthesis and helping protect tissues with its antioxidant activity. For early-stage pressure ulcers, providing a modest extra amount beyond daily intake helps ensure adequate vitamin C for the repair process without stepping into high-dose territory. The recommended range of 100–200 mg per day is commonly used because it supplies enough to support connective tissue formation and healing in older adults, while staying well below the upper safety limit and avoiding unnecessary high-dose supplementation. Higher or non-dietary measures (such as milliliters per day or blood concentration units) aren’t appropriate ways to dose a vitamin, and a dosage like 60–100 mg per day is typically considered insufficient for wound healing, whereas very high daily doses aren’t routinely needed for stage 1/2 ulcers.