In differentiating between an occluded artery and occluded vein, a distinguishing sign (present in venous but not arterial occlusion) is:
A) color change.
B) edema.
C) pain with walking.
D) pain with palpation.

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Deep vein thrombosis is suspected if swelling, pain, and tenderness occur over a vein. An occluded artery does not cause any swelling (edema). A positive Homan sign indicates venous thrombosis.

In Differentiating Between an Occluded Artery and Occluded Vein, a Distinguishing