Which are characteristic signs of inflammation? (Select all that apply.)
a. Edema
b. Erythema
c. Heat
d. Numbness
e. Pallor
f. Paresthesia
ANS: A, B, C
Edema, erythema, and heat are signs of inflammation. The other three are signs of neurocirculatory compromise.
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