2. Edema

Question 1

Four Most Common mechanisms of edema

Answer 1

o Increased Hydrostatic Pressure
o Decreased plasma oncotic pressure
o Increased capillary membrane permeability
o Lymphatic Obstruction

Question 2

Increased Hydrostatic Pressure =

Answer 2

Increase H2O into interstitial spaces = EDEMA

Question 3

Increased Hydrostatic Pressure causes

Answer 3

o	Obstruction (Venous or Hepatic)
o	Thrombophlebitis
o	Prolonged Standing
o	Tight Clothing
o	Na+ and water retention (CHF)
o	Renal Failure

Question 4

CM of edema

Answer 4

o Local vs. Generalized
o Dependent edema (Pitting)
o Signs of Edema
o Accumulation of fluid causes

Question 5

Signs of Edema

Answer 5

Weight gain, swelling and puffiness, thigh-fitting clothing or shoes, limited movement to affected area.

Question 6

Accumulation of fluid causes

Answer 6

Third spacing

Question 7

Treatment

Answer 7

o 1st requires an Dx
o Correct underlying condition
(supportive measures)

Question 8

What are some supportive measures

Answer 8

• elevation of edematous limb
• Using compression stockings, avoid prolong standing
• Restricting salt intake
• Taking diurectics