Deck 12: Edema Control

Question 1

Manual Edema Mobilization (MEM)begins with:

A) pump points.
B) U strokes.
C) terminus massage.
D) diaphragmatic breathing.

Answer 1

D
MEM begins at the trunk.This follows the hydraulic,vacuum principle of first moving lymph centrally into the venous system (subclavian veins),which then draws lymph proximally from the periphery.Diaphragmatic breathing facilitates this process through changes in thoracic duct pressure that then moves lymph proximally.

Question 2

Edema reduction techniques should be used with swelling from cardiac problems such as chronic heart disease or congestive heart failure.

Answer 2

False
Edema reduction massage should not be performed because of the potential to send too much fluid back to the heart and further compromising the heart.This type of edema has to be controlled medically.

Question 3

Chip bags are used:

A) for compression.
B) to soften and stimulate lymphatic uptake because of the tissue pressure differentiation they cause.
C) to improve sensory awareness.

Answer 3

B
The neutral heat generated by the chip bags softens underlying edema.

Question 4

In terms of volumetric evaluation,_____ mL is considered a significant change.

A) 9
B) 10
C) 11
D) 12