Integumentary II

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Covers the prevention and clinical management of pathologies of the integumentary system including decubitus, venous, arterial and neuropathic skin ulcers and burns. Strategies for examination, wound status assessment, selection of interventions including cleaning, debriding, and dressings are also included. Students will learn about the four components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) and the management of lymphedema affecting a variety of peripheral body parts - upper and lower extremities, head and neck, truncal swelling, post-surgical and post-traumatic swelling, lymphedema caused by chronic venous insufficiencies and other pathologies, lipedema and more. This course will cover the Anatomy, physiology and pathology of the lymphatic system and how a disturbance can lead to lymphedema. They will differentiate between a variety of peripheral edemas and understand the medical indications and contraindications of CDT. This course is offered in the fall semester, year 2.