During data collection, what does the nurse understand differentiates urticaria from angioedema?
a. It is less pruritic.
b. It has more widespread skin lesions.
c. It has mucous membrane edema.
d. It lasts a shorter period of time.
ANS: D
Angioedema subcutaneous eruptions last longer than with urticaria.
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