The nurse is caring for an older adult who received 2 liters of IV fluid and now has edema of the lower extremities. Which interventions should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)

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Applying compression stockings, notifying the healthcare provider, and elevating the lower extremities are appropriate interventions to manage edema. Administering more IV fluid would worsen the edema, and while ambulation can help with circulation, it may not be immediately feasible or effective in reducing edema in this context.

The Nurse Is Caring for an Older Adult Who Received