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Module Author: Claudine Campbell, MOT, OTR, CLT and Series Editors: Claudine Campbell, MOT, OTR, CLT & Lauro Munoz, MOT, OTR, CHC
Earn .15 CEU (NBCOT 1.88 PDUs/1.5 contact hours)
Module Description
This module, the second one in the AOTA Cancer Series, explores the differences between primary and secondary lymphedema, and the 5 stages of lymphedema. Mainly the module examines the causes and symptoms of secondary lymphedema, specifically breast cancer related lymphedema. Methods for measuring the severity of lymphedema are addressed, together with OT intervention strategies for meeting the physiological, psychological, and emotional challenges associated with breast cancer related lymphedema. Finally, a case example walks the learner through an OT evaluation and recommended interventions for a client with breast cancer related lymphedema.
· Mobile Access – this course is easily viewed on a tablet making your learning portable and facilitating on-the-job access to resources.
Learning Objectives
After completing this module, you will be able to:
· Specify the prevalence of lymphedema.
· Identify the typical presentation of symptoms commonly associated with breast cancer related lymphedema.
· Identify appropriate occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions to enhance the occupational performance of clients with lymphedema.
· Discuss occupational therapy intervention strategies to comprehensively address the physiological, psychological, and emotional challenges associated with breast cancer related lymphedema.
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