A patient's feet appear to be edematous, so the nurse first

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Applying pressure over a bony prominence for 2 seconds is known as the "pitting test" and can help determine if edema is present. If a "pit" remains in the tissue after pressure is released, this indicates the presence of edema. Charting observations is also important, but performing the pitting test is a more direct way to assess for edema. Percussion is not typically used to assess for edema. Elevating the feet may be a treatment for edema, but it does not help with assessing its presence.

A Patient's Feet Appear to Be Edematous, So the Nurse