During a routine physical assessment for a 9-month-old client, the nurse notes swelling in the ankles. The nurse presses against the ankle bone for 5 seconds, then releases the pressure, noticing a markedly slow disappearance of the indentation. Which system requires a more in-depth assessment based on these data?

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The slow disappearance of the indentation after pressing on the ankle bone is a sign of edema, which can be a result of fluid accumulation in the tissues due to renal dysfunction. Therefore, the renal system requires a more in-depth assessment.

During a Routine Physical Assessment for a 9-Month-Old Client, the Nurse