Pitting edema
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Kristine Tuttle on Instagram: "Edema Assessment💦 ✅Press firmly to assess B/L lower legs & feet Pitting edema = swelling (fluid buildup) → measure depth and duration of edema using pitting edema scale 👉Pitting Edema Scale:
1+ Trace ≤ 2 mm
2+ Mild 2-4 mm
3+ Moderate 4-6 mm
4+ Severe 6-8 mm 👩⚕️What are some nursing interventions we could implement for this patient? #edema #pittingedema #edemaassessment #nursingschool #nursingnotes #nurseshelpingnurses #BSN #RN #LPN #nursingstudent…
Pitting edema
Measuring edema
Edema is swelling that occurs when small blood vessels leak fluid into nearby tissues.When the swollen skin is pressed with a finger and this may leave a pit in the skin, this is called pitting edema. When the swollen area is pressed and it doesn’t leave a pit in the skin, this is called non-pitting edema.Normal foot and foot with edemaWhat is the Difference between Pitting Edema and Non-Pitting Edema?What is Edema?Edema is a medical term for swelling which occurs when the fluid t
Edema: Pitting vs. Non-Pitting | Calgary Guide
Pitting and non pitting edema
Caput Succedaneum(Pitting edema) - Firm, constant pressure in one spot is the easiest way to elicit the characteristic pitting edema of caput.
