What is the diagnosis
It is soft pitting swelling
What is edema
MLD, Multilayer bandaging, Exercises, Home management and education
What is complete decongestive therapy?
Out of the three layers, the lymphatic systems begins to develop by the end of 5th gestational week
What is mesoderm?
The projection of dermal papillae above the surface of the skin, resulting in an irregular configuration of the epidermis
What is papillomatosis?
Protein rich, typically unilateral, no cure, progressive and dynamic in nature
What is Lymphedema
Observed in pelvis and ankles, but sparing the foot and toes
What is lipedema
three times a week for 6 weeks
What is the plan of care?
Filtering system, production of lymphocytes and regulate protein content
What is the role of Lymph nodes?
Pain, increase in skin temp, superficial vein dilated, +homans and redness
What are signs and symptoms of a DVT
Discomfort when legs are elevated and relieved when lowered
What is arterial wound?
Rare, mostly females, classified by age
What is primary lymphedema
Multilayer bandaging and compression garments
What is compression therapy?
also known as superficial layer, drains lymph from skin and subcutaneous tissue
What is suprafascia?
When you cannot pinch the skin of the dorsum of the foot or hand
What is a positive stemmers sign?
When you compare the limb girth measurements, if greater than _ cm, you need to see a CLT.
What is the 2cm rule?
a radio-active tracer is injected superficially in the dorsum of the hand or foot. Multiple images are taken to view the integrity of the lymphatic system. Its used to identify the Sentinel node and to identify damage or blockage of lymph notes.
What is lymphoscintigraphy
patient will be able to squat to pick up an item off the floor without limitations from swelling
What is a treatment goal?
made up of water, protein, cellular components and particles and fat.
What is lymph load?
When elevation does not reduce swelling, proteins rich fluid and non- pitting.
What is stage 2 lymphedema?
Applied pressure is directly proportional to the tension in a bandage but inversely proportional to the radius of curvature of the limb to which it is applied
What is LaPlace law?
Peau d’orange
What is lipedema?
Congestive heart failure, kidney failure, acute infections, DVT
What are contraindications to MLD
The main organ of the lymphatic system. Its primary function is to promote the development of T-lymphocytes
What is the thymus?
Invasion of resident skin bacteria
What is cellulitis?
Compression garments, pump, exercise, hygiene, diet and nutrition
What is home management?