Which of the following individuals would be considered to be at risk for the development of edema? Select all that apply
A)
An 81-year-old man with right-sided heart failure and hypothyroidism
B)
A 60-year-old obese female with a diagnosis of poorly controlled diabetes mellitus
C)
A 34-year-old industrial worker who has suffered extensive burns in a job-related accident
D)
A 77-year-old woman who has an active gastrointestinal bleed and consequent anemia
E)
A 22-year-old female with hypoalbuminemia secondary to malnutrition and anorexia nervosa
Ans:
A, C, E
Feedback:
Right-sided heart failure, burns, and low levels of plasma proteins are all associated with the development of edema. Diabetes and GI bleeds are not identified as contributors to edema.
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