Which of the following would reduce the swelling associated with edema?
A) increased amounts of tissue fluid
B) tissue fluid accumulating in the tissues
C) increased blood pressure
D) increased capillary osmotic pressure
E) constricted veins during pregnancy

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Increased capillary osmotic pressure would help to reduce the swelling associated with edema by attracting tissue fluid back into the capillaries and preventing it from accumulating in the tissues.

Which of the Following Would Reduce the Swelling Associated with Edema