Presents with swelling of lower extremities

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Sylvia is 85 and presents with swelling of the lower extremities. She has a history of COPD and HTN. She is on cozaar 50mg daily and spiriva 18mcg daily. She is concerned about the edema. Address the following areas in your post: Additional subjective data needed additional objective data needed differential diagnoses- indicate the main diagnosis treatment plan including pharmacological/nonpharmacologic options, referrals, patient education and diagnostic tests needed.

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