The Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide (CHES)

CHES Competencies

1.1.1 Define the priority population to be assessed

1.2.3 Review related literature

1.3.1 Identify data collection instruments

1.4.2 Identify and analyze factors that impact health

2.1.1 Identify priority populations, partners, and other stakeholders

MCHES Competencies

3.2.3 Identify training needs of individuals involved in implementation

3.2.4 Develop training using best practices

4.3.1 Identify existing data collection instruments

5.1.3 Identify internal and/or external funding sources

Upon successful completion, the users will be able to:

1. Describe three physiological features of the body’s lymphatic system and how it works.

2. Analyze two characteristics of the lymphatic fluid and where it accumulates.

3. List three factors that increase the risk for a person getting lymphedema.

4. Demonstrate two ways how the diagnosis of lymphedema is made.

5. Describe three reasons why the skin and its health are so important to a person with lymphedema.

6. Explain two purposes of manual lymphatic drainage.

7. Describe two exercises recommended and two to avoid for people with lymphedema.

8. Explain two ways body fat influences lymphedema.

9. Contrast the differing effects on lymphedema between the following fats: corn oil, medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), and Omega-6 oils.

10. Identify the maximum amount of MCT oil a person with lymphedema should have daily.

11. Describe the sequence of physiological events that leads to lymphedema.

12. Discuss the influence that chronic inflammation has on lymphangiogenesis.

13. Describe five recommendations of the most healthful diet for lymphedema.

14. Explain the one adjustment for persons with lymphedema that should be made on the Mediterranean diet.