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Lymphedema Complications of CDTRadiation damage: - correct answer Is contraindicated to local deep MLD techniques False signs of cellulitis may appear due to: - correct answer Recurrence of primary cancer at site of excision, bruising from compression with capillary fragility, dermal infiltrating tumor In lymphedema fungal infections occur due to: - correct answer Loss of contour of digits, recontamination from wardrobe, wetness Malignancy and recurrence phenomena include: - correct ans...

Lymphedema Compression BandagingContraindications to compression include: - correct answer cardiac edema, acute cellulitis, severe arterial disease Indications for compression include: - correct answer phlebolymphostatic edema, lymphedema, lipedema Therapeutic effects of bandaging include: - correct answer fibrotic softening, decreased ultrafiltration, increased reabsorption Technical bandaging methods used to generate compression gradients include: - correct answer even spacing and ten...

Lymphedema physiologySimple diffusion - correct answer A random process involving the even distribution of substances when mixed in a medium which follows a downward concentration high to low, (trying to create equilibrium) Osmosis - correct answer diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane Direction of movement is from the area of less concentration to more concentration osmotic pressure - correct answer the external pressure that must be applied to stop osmosis Directly...

Lymphedema Quiz - Anatomy Perforating vessels: - correct answer exist in the percolators network The lymph ultimately enters the blood stream at: - correct answer the area of the left and right subclavian and internal jugular veins If a pt receives a pelvic lymphadenectomy, lymphedema can occur: - correct answer in only one leg, in both legs, in both legs and the genitals (ie. all of the above) The greatest accumulation of lymph nodes: - correct answer is found in the head, neck and ab...

Lymphedema Quiz - Complications of CDTRadiation damage: - Correct answer Is contraindicated to local deep MLD techniques False signs of cellulitis may appear due to: - Correct answer Recurrence of primary cancer at site of excision, bruising from compression with capillary fragility, dermal infiltrating tumor In lymphedema fungal infections occur due to: - Correct answer Loss of contour of digits, recontamination from wardrobe, wetness Malignancy and recurrence phenomena include: - Corr...

Lymphedema Quiz - Practical Bandaging InstructionThe purpose of the dorsal hand piece wrist extension is to allow the bandage to bridge the wrist while increasing wrist circumference to allow better hand drainage. - correct answer True Benefits of grey foam include all of the following: structure, comfort, softening and customization. - correct answer True The primary purpose for the stockinette layer is bandage adherence and wicking of moisture. - correct answer True The "X" at the c...

Lymphedema Quiz - TherapyDuring Complete Decongestive Therapy exercise: - correct answer Is performed with compression following MLD Typical volume reductions from intensive CDT: - correct answer Range between 55-65% A diet for lymphedema consists of: - correct answer None exists Elastic compression garments function as: - correct answer A replacement for daily bandaging in most cases Manual lymph drainage is effective because it: - correct answer Primarily focuses on collateral vess...

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 TherapyDuring Complete Decongestive Therapy exercise: - correct answer Is performed with compression following MLD Typical volume reductions from intensive CDT: - correct answer Range between 55-65% A diet for lymphedema consists of: - correct answer None exists Elastic compression garments function as: - correct answer A replacement for daily bandaging in most cases Manual lymph drainage is effective because it: - correct answer Primarily focuses on collateral vessels sec...

Lymphedema TreatmentLymphedema - correct answer 1. Swelling of a body part, most often the extremities but may also occur in the face, trunk, abdomen, and genital area. 2. Accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the superficial tissues. 3. May have significant pathological and clinical consequences if it is left untreated. 4. Incidence worldwide: 140-250 million (filariasis most common) 5. Incidence US: 2-3 million secondary (breast cancer most common), 1-2 million primary 6. Primary vs. seco...

Lymphedema_______________ is composed of a network of vessels, ducts, 600-700 nodes, and organs that function in defense against infection and balance of fluids throughout the body - correct answer lymphatic system The main components of lymphatic fluid are___________ found in the extracellular spaces. In a normal state, the lymphatic system transports this fluid back to the _________________ - correct answer water and protein; venous circulation ______________ refers to a medical conditio...

Lymphedema Lymph - correct answer The name given to interstitial fluid once it enters the lymph vessels It contains: Protein molecules Water Cellular components Fatty acids Function of the Lymphatic System - correct answer Protect the body from infection and disease via the immune response: production, maintenance and distribution of lymphocytes. Facilitate fluid movement from the tissues back into the blood stream. Components of the Lymphatic System - correct answer Lymph vessels ...

LymphedemaWhat is stage 1 of lymphedema? - correct answer The patient has an accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the affected area. There is pitting edema present. The edema will decrease with elevation of the limb overnight, and the edema increases with activity, heat, or humidity. What is stage 2 of lymphedema? - correct answer The patient has continued accumulation of protein-rich edema which is non-pitting. The skin begins to toughen. There is connective scar tissue and fibrosis present...

Lymphedema build-up of fluid in soft body tissues when the lymph system is damaged or blocked swelling due to removal of lymph nodes (chronic condition that has no cure) swelling (rich in protein) of arm or hand due to accumulation of fluid in soft tissue (caused by breast cancer treatment) - correct answer lymphedema when does lymphedema occur? - correct answer When lymph is not able to flow through the body the way it should (after surgery when lymph nodes are removed, can occur m...

lymphedemalymphedema edema - correct answer [lymphedema/edema] is a disease or health condition characterized by edema d/t an impaired lymphatic system [lymphedema/edema] is an impairment d/t swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues as a result of an underlying health condition or trauma - blood capillary pressure - colloid osmotic pressure in plasma - interstitial pressure - colloid osmotic pressure in interstitial fluid - correct answer what are the 4 physiolo...

LymphedemaPurpose of lymphatic system - correct answer Immune defense and drain substances Substance drained - correct answer Protein, water, cells and fat Where does the lymphatic system end? - correct answer Venous circulatory system - one way principle What represents the beginning of lymph system? - correct answer Lymph capillaries and initial lymph vessels Layers of lymph vessels - correct answer - intima - inner wall with endothelial cells and longitudinal fibers - media - th...

LymphedemaAn accumulation of lymphatic fluid in tissues of the body is known as ___________. - correct answer Lymphedema What is primary lymphedema? - correct answer Congenital, hereditary (Milroy's disease, chromosomal abnormalities) What is secondary lymphedema? - correct answer Due to surgery, radiation, or trauma Which type of lymphedema is usually Asymmetrical? - correct answer SECONDARY!! Primary is typically symmetrical! What % of patients with breast cancer develop lymphedem...

Measuring and Documentation of LymphedemaWhy is it important to measure lymphedema? - correct answer Provides the therapist with objective data that reveals the extent of the edema. List various assessment tools used in the treatment of lymphedema - correct answer 1. Circumference and volume 2. Water displacement 3. Perometry 4. Body mass index (BMI) 5. Tonometry 6. Bioimpedance 7. Skin temperature 8. Skin calipers How can limb volume be determined in lymphedema? - correct answer...

Module 6 testAcute inflammation is a local response of the tissues that have been damaged in a certain region of the body - correct answer True Radiation burn, sunburn and incisions are all examples of trauma - correct answer True Edema that results from the inflammatory process is poor in protein - correct answer False The negative affects of swelling in trauma is due to the increased diffusion distance inside the cells - correct answer False Manual lymph drainage is not beneficial ...

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...