Lymphoedema: Monitoring & Intervention After Breast Cancer
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Approx. 8 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course focuses on the monitoring and intervention of lymphoedema, a condition that causes swelling in the limbs due to a lymphatic system blockage. Students will learn about assessment techniques and treatment options, including manual lymph drainage and compression therapy.Key Learning Points
- Understand the causes, symptoms, and stages of lymphoedema
- Learn about assessment techniques and treatment options
- Explore manual lymph drainage and compression therapy
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Lymphedema Therapist
- USA: $55,000 - $90,000
- India: ₹2,50,000 - ₹5,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
- Oncology Nurse
- USA: $60,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹3,00,000 - ₹6,50,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- Physical Therapist
- USA: $60,000 - $90,000
- India: ₹3,50,000 - ₹7,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €35,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the assessment and treatment of lymphoedema
- Develop skills in manual lymph drainage and compression therapy
- Apply knowledge to help patients manage lymphoedema
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Physical Therapy
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Description
Lymphoedema following breast cancer treatment is a poorly understood and under-researched condition which can significantly impact physical and psychological function, reduce quality of life and result in substantial cost burdens to both patients and the healthcare system.
Knowledge
- Describe the prospective surveillance and early intervention model of care and outline how to implement this model across healthcare settingsÂ
- Explain the range of clinical assessments used to detect early breast cancer related lymphoedema
- Explain why a multidisciplinary treatment approach may improve survivorship for those diagnosed with breast cancer
Outline
- Course Overview
- Welcome
- About ALERT
- Course Overview
- Introduction to Lymphoedema
- Readings and Related Articles
- Introduction to Lymphoedema Quiz
- Lymphatic Physiology
- Readings and Related Articles
- Lymphatic Physiology Quiz
- Lymphatic Anatomy
- Readings and Related Articles
- Lymphatic Anatomy Quiz
- Assessment & Treatment
- Readings and Related Articles
- Assessment & Treatment Quiz
- Case Studies
- Readings and Related Articles
- Case Studies Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Learn about lymphoedema monitoring and intervention with Coursera. This course has received positive reviews from students who found it to be informative and well-structured. Many users appreciated the practical aspects of the course.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The practical aspects of the course were praised by many users.Pros from User Reviews
- Informative and well-structured course
- Practical and hands-on learning approach
- Great for healthcare professionals and students
- Clear and concise explanations
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
Cons from User Reviews
- Limited interactivity with instructors
- Some users felt that the course was too basic
- Not suitable for those with no prior knowledge of lymphoedema
- Some technical issues with the video lectures
- No certificate of completion for the free version of the course
Louise Koelmeyer
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Lymphoedema: Monitoring & Intervention After Breast Cancer
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This course is brought to you by the Australian Lymphoedema Education, Research and Treatment program (ALERT) at Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia. Course Overview...
