CLT Complete Decongestive Therapy & Patient Self-Care 2

Question 1

What role do aquatic/hydrotherapy exercises play in lymphedema management?

Accepted Answer

Hydrostatic pressure and movement in water reduce limb volume and improve lymph flow

Answer

Water's hydrostatic pressure provides external compression similar to a bandage, and movement in water encourages lymphatic flow, making aquatic exercise highly beneficial.

Question 2

Which dietary recommendation is generally advised for patients with lymphedema to reduce lymphatic load?

Accepted Answer

Reduction of dietary sodium and maintenance of healthy body weight

Answer

Reducing sodium intake limits fluid retention, and maintaining a healthy weight reduces the physical burden on the lymphatic system, both helping to control edema.

Question 3

A CLT should advise a breast cancer survivor with arm lymphedema to avoid blood pressure measurements in which arm?

Accepted Answer

The affected arm, to avoid compression and potential injury to compromised lymphatics

Answer

Blood pressure cuffs apply tourniquet-like compression that can injure fragile lymphatic vessels and trigger a flare in the at-risk or affected arm.

Question 4

The National Lymphedema Network (NLN) precautions for at-risk patients include which activity restriction?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding venipuncture, injections, and blood pressure measurement in the at-risk limb

Answer

NLN guidelines recommend avoiding procedures that could cause injury, inflammation, or compression in the at-risk limb, including needle sticks and blood pressure cuffs.

Question 5

For patients flying with lymphedema, what compression intervention is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Wearing a well-fitted compression garment during the flight and staying hydrated and mobile

Answer

Wearing a compression garment during flights counteracts the effects of reduced cabin pressure and prolonged immobility, which increase edema risk in lymphedema patients.

CLT - Certified Lymphatic Therapist Practice Test

CLT - Certified Lymphatic Therapist Practice Test

CLT Complete Decongestive Therapy & Patient Self-Care 2