Integ- Arterial vs Venous Ulcer

Question 1

Appearance of Arterial vs Venous

Answer 1

Arterial: Irregular smooth edges with minimal/no granulation. Very deep.

Venous: Well granulated. Shallow

Question 2

Location of Arterial vs Venous

Answer 2

Arterial: Anterior tibialis, Lateral malleolus, Distal lower leg (specifically toes and feet)

Venous: Medial malleolus, Distal lower leg (general)

Question 3

Pedal pulse presence in Arterial vs Venous

Answer 3

Arterial: Absent/Decreased

Venous: Present, Good

Question 4

Pain in Arterial vs Venous

Answer 4

Arterial: Painful. Very painful with elevation

Venous: Not painful. Elevation comfortable.

Question 5

Drainage in Arterial vs Venous

Answer 5

Arterial: no drainage

Venous: Large amounts of Exudate

Question 6

Color of limb when placed in dependent position in Arterial vs Venous

Answer 6

Arterial: Dusky rubor

Venous: Cyanosis