Lymphedema Management

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction 
2. Definition 
3. Epidemiology 
4. Etiology 
5. Pathophysiology 
6. Assessment 
7. Clinical Signs and Symptoms 
8. Differential Diagnosis 
9. Lymphedema Staging 
10. Diagnostic Imaging 
11. Treatment 
12. Patient Education 
13. Research Findings 
14. Conclusion 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss Lymphedema Management. It will take the average learner 120 minutes to complete and awards 2 contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

1. Describe the pathophysiology and etiology of lymphedema. 
2. Identify the common signs and symptoms of lymphedema. 
3. Recognize appropriate assessment techniques in the evaluation of upper and lower extremity edema. 
4. Distinguish lymphedema from other causes of swelling. 
5. Understand the stages of lymphedema and their clinical significance. 
6. Summarize the treatment options for lymphedema. 
7. Foster collaboration among nurses, providers, physical therapists, and other specialists in the care of patients with lymphedema. 

Target Audience

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
2. Read and learn all course materials
3. Complete the course evaluation
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.