Which statement best differentiates venous insufficiency ulcers from arterial insufficiency ulcers?

• A. Venous ulcers are typically located on the toes; arterial ulcers on the shins
• B. Venous ulcers are typically painless; arterial ulcers are painful
• C. Venous ulcers are typically at the medial malleolus with hyperpigmentation; arterial ulcers are punched-out on the feet or toes
• D. Venous ulcers always heal rapidly while arterial ulcers do not

Answer: (C)