The nurse is concerned that a patient is exhibiting signs and symptoms of inflammation. What did the nurse assess to come to this conclusion?

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Inflammation is typically characterized by signs and symptoms such as edema (A), pain from swelling (B), and erythema or redness (C). These are classic indicators of the inflammatory response. Coolness to the touch (D) and decreased peripheral pulses (E) are not typical signs of inflammation; they might indicate other conditions such as poor circulation or peripheral artery disease.

The Nurse Is Concerned That a Patient Is Exhibiting Signs