LYMPHEDEMA WELLNESS MANUAL APPENDIX E:
HOME STUDY COURSE INFORMATION
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Lymphedema Wellness Manual Home Study 8 CE Course Gay Lee Gulbrandson, Approved Provider # 451083-09 |
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COURSE OBJECTIVE: Lymph drainage therapists, clinicians, researchers, students, and support staff provide knowledgeable, effective treatment or guidance to clients with Lymphedema (LE). The various protocols and details are covered in this Home Study Course. Exam performs spot-checking of learning.
When you have completed this home study course, you will be able to:
* Identify the types of lymphedema (LE) * Identify the structure of the lymph system
* Locate the statistics and incidence of LE * Identify the risk of acquiring LE
* Identify some diagnostic techniques for LE * Identify the signs of LE
* Locate assessment & diagnostic methods for LE * Locate sources of meta-studies on LE
* Locate the absolute contraindications to MLD * Locate the relative contraindications to MLD
* Locate some measurement techniques for LE * Locate the treatment techniques for LE
* Identify the bandaging techniques for LE * Locate the compression garment types for LE
* Define the CDT techniques for LE * Locate the skin care techniques for LE
* Define the assessment techniques for pre-LE * Locate QOL survey instruments for LE
* Identify an individual treatment plan for LE * Workup an individual risk control plan for LE
* Learn the Best Practices treatments for LE * Locate alternative treatments ratings for LE
* Learn the exercises recommended for LE * Locate Weight Lifting limits recommended for LE
* Learn the Best Practices consensus ratings * Locate hydrotherapy exercises for LE
* Learn the sources of personal articles for LE * Locate sources of the best books on LE
* Learn the location of therapists / clinics for LE * Locate best websites for LE information
OVERVIEW: This course covers the LE therapist and the LE patient interface. It is recommended training for therapists already certified in CDT, or professionals desiring to learn more about CDT.
PROCESS: The "Lymphedema Wellness Manual" is studied. Then a brief open book exam is taken covering the major subject areas in the manual. Exam answers are entered online. Certificate is sent.
CEs: Earn 8 CEs approved by the NCBTMB, receive Certificate of Accomplishment by email.
Processing Fee: $19.99, online only, including email Certificate. Manual processing priced differently.
Wellness Manual Home Study Course Subjects
Section 1 LYMPHEDEMA OVERVIEW Section 2 ASSESSMENT
Section 3 INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT PROTOCOL Section 4 RISK FACTORS
TREATMENT & SELF CARE
Section 5 CDT (Combined Decongestive Therapy) Section 6 OTHER TREATMENTS
Section 7 EXERCISES & INSTRUCTIONS Section 8 QUALITY of LIFE
REFERENCES & RESOURCES
Section 9 RESOURCES Section 10 MLD Topic Cards
APPENDIX A SOURCES APPENDIX B GLOSSARY
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Title: Manual Lymph Drainage Wellness Book
COURSE
INFORMATION &
Gay Lee Gulbrandson is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider # 451083-09. Florida Board of Massage Therapy CE Provider # 50-11392
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Class Type: |
8 CEs for Home Study Course with successful completion of examination. |
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Provider/ Contact: |
Gay
Lee Gulbrandson, CLT-LANA,
NCTMB, CMT, NAVALT, LANA, AMTA. |
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Duration of course: |
No limit (estimated 6 + hours of study plus open book multiple choice exam, for 8 CE units). See Terms & Conditions attached. |
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Prerequisites: |
None. Anyone may take the course. Completion of massage school or equivalent, MD, RN, PT, OT, Licensed Esthetician, CMT/ LMT/ RMT, LE patient, family, etc. is suggested. |
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Course Material: |
Title: Lymphedema Wellness Manual, Sub-Title: Interactive
Lymphedema Management for Patients and Therapists |
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Interface: |
Preparation for an advanced MLD or refresher class, MD, RN, PT, OT, CMT, admin or support staff intro to CDT, etc. |
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Fee: (See website for all pricing options. |
Special $19.99 If the LE Wellness Manual was purchased or included as part of a seminar or class, this CE Course ÒAdd-OnÓ is $19.99 web entry, or $59.99 if borrowing somebodyÕs Manual, or $84.99 download & printed (+ post & tax in CA). Regular value $112.00. Group inquiries welcome.
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Source Material: |
Lymphedema Wellness Manual. Bibliography & References list available online at www.voddermld.com/b |
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Cancellation / Refund: |
Student may not cancel their purchase after paying or after download or shipping. Please see Terms & Conditions page or below for actual details. |
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Sample Questions: All questions have only one best answer.
1. Regarding LE diagnosis and treatment, choose the statements that are most true: a. X-ray is considered optimal for LE diagnosis b. Lymphoscintigraphy is considered optimal for LE diagnosis c. Blood transfusions are considered optimal for treatment of LE d. CDT is considered optimal for treatment of LE
2. Choose the statement that is MOST correct: a. Much lymph flows to the intestines; lymph begins its journey at the venous arch b. Much lymph originates in the intestines; lymph ends its journey at the venous arch c. Both a & b are correct d. Neither a nor b are correct
The exam is included in the fee when taken online. Open book exam!
Wellness Manual 8 CE Home Study Course
I. DOWNLOAD MATERIALS When payment has been completed, choose A or B A. Home Study Course Instructions, Guide, and Exam, or B. Enter your answers in the online exam answer blanks! Note: You will need a LE Wellness Manual to take this course.
II. STUDY THE WELLNESS MANUAL
See Printing for helpful tips. Place download in a binder. Set a schedule to study the LE Wellness Manual, with a highlighter in hand, and the exam open. Make notes about questions and ideas that occur to you. Mark the exam answers on your copy.
Log onto VodderMLD.com/b using your login ID and Password. Go to WELLNESS MANUAL EXAM Follow the instructions for entering your answers in the online exam form.
You will receive your score report and Accomplishment Certificate by email only. Print your Certificate of Accomplishment for CE submission to certifying/licensing agency. Save your original Certificate of Accomplishment email / document in a permanent folder.
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