edema scale Flashcards
1
Q
1+
A
2mm or less
slight pitting
disappears rapidly
2
Q
2+
A
2-4mm
Somewhat deeper pit
Disappears in 10-15 seconds
3
Q
3+
A
4-6mm
Pit noticeably deep
1 min or longer
Extremity looks swollen
4
Q
4+
A
6-8mm
Very deep
2-5 minutes
Extremity grossly distorted
