What Is the Most Frequent Cause of Edema of the Lower

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is the most frequent cause of edema of the lower extremities?

• A) Deficiency of vitamins and minerals
• B) Excessive walking or running
• C) Prolonged sitting or standing
• D) Use of table salt

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Definitions:

Vestibule

A space or cavity at the entrance of some structures in the body, such as the mouth, ear, or nose.

Gingivae

Also known as gums, these are the soft tissues that surround and protect the teeth in the mouth.

Papillae

Projections on the surface of the tongue that contain taste buds, involved in the sensation of taste.

Ileocecal Sphincter

A muscular valve that controls the flow of digested food from the small intestine to the large intestine.