Lymphedema: Management and Treatment

Course Code: REL-ACU-0-LMAT

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Recognize critical anatomical and clinical elements of lymphedema.
Identify potential complications of lymphedema and treatment options.

Outline:
Basis of Lymphedema

Case Study

Anatomy and Function of the Lymphatic System

Epidemiology

Pathophysiology

Diagnosing Lymphedema

Clinical Evaluation

Management of Lymphedema

Treatment

Non-Surgical Options

Wounds and Skin Care

Operative Management

Key Takeaways

Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

Resources

References

Writer: Monica Caicedo Orellana, MS, RN, OCN

Monica Caicedo Orellana, MS, RN, OCN, is an SME writer for Relias with over 20 years of acute care experience in nursing. She has served in several leadership roles in the acute care setting, the medical-surgical division, and as a nurse educator. She has mentored nurses in renal and oncology specialties. She has been involved in various institutional committees and quality improvement projects. Monica is passionate about professional nursing standards and fostering an environment of continuous lifelong learning as an instrument to improve patient care. 

Reviewer: Kimberly Y. Starcher

Kimberly Starcher has 32 years of experience in radiology, specifically diagnostic, mammography, ultrasound, interventional, cardiovascular, and CT scans. Kimberly graduated from Wake Technical Community College, works at trauma centers, and has experience in most radiology modalities.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; Radiologic Technologists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.