The nurse documents 3+ pitting edema in the bilateral lower extremities of the client. What does this documentation mean?
A) There is excess fluid volume in the interstitial space in areas affected by gravity.
B) There is excess fluid volume in the venous system of the lower extremities.
C) There is excess fluid volume in the arterial system of the lower extremities.
D) There is excess fluid volume in the hepatic system.

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Pitting edema is a sign of excess fluid volume in the interstitial space, which can occur in areas affected by gravity such as the lower extremities.

The Nurse Documents 3+ Pitting Edema in the Bilateral Lower