In the client who has undergone a below-the-knee amputation, which assessment finding would indicate that the limb has adequate tissue perfusion?
A. The skin flap is pink and warm to touch.
B. The skin flap is reddened and cool to touch.
C. The skin flap is dark pink and dry to the touch.
D. The skin flap is pale and slightly moist.
A
The skin flap should appear pink in a light-skinned person and not discolored in a darker skinned person. The area should feel warm, but not hot.
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