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Which of the following is NOT a cause of edema?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of edema?
- Increased capillary permeability
- Lymphatic obstruction
- Increased plasma osmotic pressure (correct)
- Increased capillary pressure
Which type of edema is characterized by swelling in the eyelids and face?
Which type of edema is characterized by swelling in the eyelids and face?
- Generalized edema
- Cardiac edema
- Hepatic edema
- Renal edema (correct)
Which of the following is a cause of decreased plasma osmotic pressure?
Which of the following is a cause of decreased plasma osmotic pressure?
- Increased capillary pressure
- Lymphatic obstruction
- Decreased protein synthesis (correct)
- Increased capillary permeability
Which of the following is NOT a cause of increased capillary permeability?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of increased capillary permeability?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of lymphatic obstruction?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of lymphatic obstruction?
Flashcards
Cause of Edema (NOT)
Cause of Edema (NOT)
Edema results from factors EXCEPT increased plasma osmotic pressure.
Renal Edema
Renal Edema
Swelling in the eyelids and face is characteristic of renal edema.
Decreased Osmotic Pressure
Decreased Osmotic Pressure
Decreased protein synthesis causes decreased plasma osmotic pressure.
Increased Capillary Permeability (NOT)
Increased Capillary Permeability (NOT)
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Lymphatic Obstruction (NOT)
Lymphatic Obstruction (NOT)
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Study Notes
Edema Causes and Characteristics
- Lymphatic obstruction is NOT caused by increased plasma osmotic pressure.
- Swelling in the eyelids and face characterizes allergic edema.
Decreased Plasma Osmotic Pressure Causes
- Decreased albumin production
- Albumin loss
- Increased capillary permeability
Increased Capillary Permeability Causes
- Inflammation
- Allergic reactions
- Infections
- Toxins
Lymphatic Obstruction Causes
- Infections
- Cancer
- Surgery
- Radiation therapy
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