Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
The nurse is admitting a client diagnosed with peripheral vascular disease. Which data support a diagnosis of venous insufficiency?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Brownish purple skin (B) indicates hemosiderin from venous stasis. Red skin (A) is nonspecific, pain with walking (C) is arterial, and toe/ankle wounds (D) are arterial.