The nurse palpates a very weak pedal pulse in the right foot. What other findings would the nurse expect to find in the right foot and leg? (Select all that apply.)
a. Bruising
b. Darkened color
c. Cool skin
d. Diminished hair on limb
e. Capillary refill of 3 seconds
ANS: C, D
A decreased arterial flow will produce a faint or absent pedal pulse, cool pale skin, and diminished hair on the limb. Bruising and a normal capillary refill time of 3 seconds are not indicators of impaired peripheral circulation.
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