Circumferential or Girth Measurements for the Assessment of Edema May

question 17

Multiple Choice

Circumferential or girth measurements for the assessment of edema may be inadvertently inconsistent. Which of the following would cause this to occur?

• A)Taking measurements at varied times during the day
• B)Measuring at the same time of day each time
• C)Measuring with the same tape each time
• D)Using bony landmarks as reference points for measurement

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