British journal of community nursing
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Br J Community Nurs · Oct 2006
ReviewAssessment of lymphoedema of the lower limbs by the community nurse.
Community nurses are increasingly at the frontline in supporting patients in the management of long-term conditions. They are therefore likely to be involved in identifying and providing care for people who are affected by lymphoedema. ⋯ Aspects of the nursing assessment of lymphoedema include taking a detailed history and conducting a comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessment of the impact of this condition. The assessment is multifaceted and will often require intervention from other members of the multidisciplinary team.