A Patient Has Hard,nonpitting Edema of the Left Lower Leg

question 34

Multiple Choice

A patient has hard,nonpitting edema of the left lower leg and ankle.The nurse is aware that:

• A)nonpitting,hard edema occurs with lymphatic obstruction.
• B)alterations in arterial function will cause this edema.
• C)phlebitis of a superficial vein will cause bilateral edema.
• D)longstanding arterial obstruction will cause pitting edema.

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