You are assessing Mr. Z's fluid volume status as a result of heart failure. If your finger depresses a patient's edematous ankle to a depth of 6 mm, you should record this pitting as:
a. 1+.
b. 2+.
c. 3+.
d. 4+.
C
Pitting edema to 6 mm represents a 3+ rating. This edema is noticeably deep and may last more longer a minute; the dependent extremity looks fuller and swollen. Edema is graded on a scale of mild (1+) through worse (4+).
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