The nurse on a medical unit notes a moderate amount of fluid accumulation in the feet and ankles of a 75-year-old patient.The nurse will further assess this patient for indications of which conditions? Select all that apply.

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Edema,or an excessive amount of fluid in the tissues,is an abnormal finding.It is common in patients with congestive heart failure,kidney disease,peripheral vascular disease,or low albumin levels.It is not related to thyroid disease and it is not a normal or common finding in older adults.

The Nurse on a Medical Unit Notes a Moderate Amount