How Would the Nurse Document Mild,slight Pitting Edema Present at the Ankles

question 36

Multiple Choice

How would the nurse document mild,slight pitting edema present at the ankles of a pregnant patient?

• A)1+/0-4+
• B)3+/0-4+
• C)4+/0-4+
• D)Edema present

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