Lymphedema therapy Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Lymphedema Self-Test QuestionsLymphedema - correct answer -swelling of a body part -the result of the abnormal accumulation of protein rich edema fluid in interstitial which leads to inflammation, which leads to reactive fibrosis -immune dysfunction -it's a mechanical insufficiency of the lymphatic system CDT - correct answer Complete Decongestive Therapy treatment for Lymphedema 1) MLD 2) compression bandages and garments 3) remedial exercises 4) skin and nail care 5) self care ed...

LYMPHEDEMA - PART 2 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What is the gold standard for lymphedema treatment? - answer - Complete decongestive therapy What are the two phases of complete decongestive therapy? - answer - 1. Intensive reduction phase 2. Maintenance phase What encompasses the intensive reduction phase? - answer - -Skin care -manual lymphatic drainage -compression bandaging -exercise What encompasses the maintenance phase? - answer - -Daytime elastic garments -Night time compressi...

Lymphedema Self Test Questions With Complete Solutions Lymphedema - answer-swelling of a body part -the result of the abnormal accumulation of protein rich edema fluid in interstitium which leads to inflammation, which leads to reactive fibrosis -immune dysfunction -it's a mechanical insufficiency of the lymphatic system CDT - answerComplete Decongestive Therapy treatment for Lymphedema 1) MLD 2) compression bandages and garments 3) remedial exercises 4) skin and nail care 5) self c...

A physical therapist assistant treats a patient with a history of Stage I bilateral lymphedema for balance training after an ankle sprain. Which activities would be the MOST appropriate intervention for this patient? a. Applying a moist heat pack to increase blood circulation and decrease pain post-balance activities b. Focus on long periods of standing balance activities without sitting breaks to increase standing endurance c. Performing strengthening exercise only while sitting on the ed...

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and requests information about acupuncture to relieve some of the side effects. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to receiving this alternative therapy? A. Urticaria B. Lymphedema C. Headaches D. Mouth sores - Answer Lymphedema A nurse is preparing to administer lactated Ringer's via continuos IV infusion at 200 ml/hr. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 10 drops/mL. How many g...

ATI RN MED SURG PROCTORED 2019 EXAM ACTUAL EXAM ALL 100 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS VERIFIED ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+ A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and requests information about acupuncture to relieve some of the side effects. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to receiving this alternative therapy? A. Urticaria B. Lymphedema C. Headaches D. Mouth sores Lymphedema A nurse is preparing to admin...

ATI Med Surg Proctored 2019 A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and requests information about acupuncture to relieve some of the side effects. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to receiving this alternative therapy? A. Urticaria B. Lymphedema C. Headaches D. Mouth sores Lymphedema A nurse is preparing to administer lactated Ringer's via continuous IV infusion at 200 ml/hr. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 1...

Lymphedema exam with complete solutions What is the #1 worldwide cause of lymphedema? - ANS ️️ filariasis (mosquito- born parasite found in tropical regions of the world) In the United States, what is the primary cause of lymphedema? - ANS ️️ Cancer Treatment: Lymphadenectomy/Radiation List and describe the 2 main types of lymphedema. - ANS ️️ Primary - Result of lymphatic dysplasia Congenital: onset birth to 2 years Precox: Onset under age of 35 Tarda: Onset after age 35 S...

My Lymphedema QuizLymphedema - correct answer swelling of a body part; the result of the abnormal accumulation of protein rich edema fluid; its a mechanical insufficiency of the lymphatic system CDT - correct answer Complete Decongestive Therapy treatment for Lymphedema MLD compression bandages compression garments remedial exercises skin and nail care homecare Difference between primary and secondary lymphedema - correct answer primary is the result of lymphatic dysplasia and may p...

A physical therapist is treating a 75-year-old female with osteoporosis. Which of the following types of exercise would be MOST appropriate? 1) biking 2) bowling 3) squats 4) swimming - correct answer 3) squats A 63-year-old male patient presents with complaints of burning bilateral leg pain and cramping. The pain improves with rest and worsens with leg elevation and walking more than 10 minutes at a time. His symptoms do not change with trunk or pelvis movement. Which of the followin...