A client is admitted with an arterial ischemic leg ulcer. The nurse expects to note that this ulcer has which of the following typical characteristics?


Answer: Deep and painful

(Arterial leg ulcers tend to be deep and painful. The client usually has rest pain, and the ulcer site is painful. Surrounding skin has coloration consistent with peripheral arterial disease. )

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