A young boy complains of pain to his fingers after spending several hours outside riding a sled in cold winter temperatures. After ensuring he has no life-threatening conditions, you turn your attention to his hands and note that the fingers are cold to the touch. You suspect that he is suffering from a superficial freezing cold injury. Which sign or symptom would help confirm this suspicion?

A) Skin on the fingers that is soft and numb
B) History of being exposed to cold temperatures
C) Swelling and blisters noted to the fingers
D) Firm skin that is cold and numb

A) Skin on the fingers that is soft and numb