Leg swelling related to fluid buildup. Leg swelling caused by the retention of fluid in leg tissues is known as peripheral edema. It can be caused by a problem with the circulatory system, the lymphatic system or the kidneys. Leg swelling isn't always a sign of a heart or circulation problem.
Definition of High Risk Investment. What is a high risk investment? What is the definition of the term high risk investment? A high risk investment is an investment that carries a high degree of risk - meaning, there is a strong chance that you could lose a substantial amount (or all) of your investment. The potential benefit of a high risk investment is that there is a chance that you could make a very high return on the investment as well.
Defining the threshold of acceptable risk. Blank âthreshold of acceptable risk' chart in appropriate language. This is an exercise that helps participants explore risk and threats in depth, and to assess their own perceptions of risk and the impact of potential threats. It can also be used on a flipchart to simply explain the concept of risk âthresholdsâ. Explain that the âthreshold of acceptable riskâ was first developed by Koenraad Van Brabant in the excellent Operational Security Management in Violent Environments. The example shown below lists just a few of the types of threats that one might assess.