Edema

What is the lay term for edema?

What is it called when a swollen part of your body has a dimple (or pit) after you press it for a few seconds.

• edema

• pitting edema

• puncture edema

• dimpling

low protein edema is also known as

• swelling

• chronic venous insufficiency

• lymphedema

Select the following symptoms of edema:

• · Dull ache

• · Pain

• · A heavy feeling in the affected area

• · Weight gain

• · Inability to fit into clothing and jewelry, such as shoes, socks, pants, and rings

select the following interventions to manage edema

• lifestyle modifications

• compression wraps

• compression garments (socks, tubing etc)

• Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (pumps)

• combined decongestive therapy

What is the role of the TA when it comes to edema management?