MLD Compression Therapy & Bandaging 3

Question 1

A flat-knit compression garment differs from a circular-knit garment in which way that makes it preferable for lymphedema management?

Accepted Answer

Flat-knit garments have seams, can be custom-shaped, and provide better pressure distribution for irregular limbs

Answer

Flat-knit garments are constructed with seams and can be custom-fitted to irregular limb shapes, making them superior for lymphedema over the seamless circular-knit design used for simple venous insufficiency.

Question 2

Which of the following bandaging materials is specifically used to protect the skin from friction and as the foundation layer in multilayer lymphedema bandaging?

Accepted Answer

Tubular stockinette or synthetic liner

Answer

Tubular stockinette or synthetic liner is placed directly on the skin as the foundation layer to protect it from friction and moisture before padding and compression layers are applied.

Question 3

Chip bags (small foam chips in a fabric casing) are sometimes used as an additional padding component in lymphedema bandaging. What is their PRIMARY purpose?

Accepted Answer

To soften and break down fibrotic tissue through localized mechanical pressure

Answer

Chip bags create uneven micro-pressure that helps break down fibrotic, hardened tissue in chronic lymphedema by providing localized mechanical stimulation during movement.

Question 4

When a patient transitions from multilayer bandaging to a compression garment at the start of Phase II, the garment should ideally be measured at which time of day?

Accepted Answer

In the morning after bandaging has been worn overnight when volume is at its minimum

Answer

Garments should be measured in the morning after overnight compression when limb volume is at its minimum, ensuring the garment fits optimally throughout the day.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the Laplace principle as it applies to compression bandaging?

Accepted Answer

Pressure is inversely proportional to the radius of curvature and directly proportional to bandage tension

Answer

Laplace's law states that sub-bandage pressure is inversely proportional to the radius of the limb and directly proportional to bandage tension and the number of layers, guiding how bandages are applied to non-uniform limb segments.

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MLD Compression Therapy & Bandaging 3