Increased capillary hydrostatic pressure results in edema because of:
a. Losses or diminished production of plasma albumin
b. Inflammation resulting from an immune response
c. Blockage within the lymphatic channel system
d. Sodium and water retention
Answer: d. Sodium and water retention
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The Framingham Heart Study was successful in
1. Providing information on the effectiveness of risk-reduction interventions 2. Documenting the relationship between social variables and heart disease 3. Identifying factors contributing to the development of coronary heart disease and high blood pressure 4. Demonstrating the effects of mass media in modifying high-risk behavior