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The Nurse Is Assessing a Patient for Pedal Edema

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The nurse is assessing a patient for pedal edema. If using the correct technique, the nurse will depress the tissue for _____ seconds.


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David McClelland

A psychological theorist known for his work on motivation, particularly regarding the needs for achievement, power, and affiliation.

Three Types

A generic categorization term indicating that a particular subject or concept can be divided into three distinct categories.

Affiliation

The need to form relationships and be part of a group, which is a fundamental human motivation.

Homeostasis

The self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

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