Identify

Can you identify contributing factors that cause chronic oedema?

There are many causes of chronic oedema in the legs and it is essential to identify contributing factors.

Chronic oedema has numerous contributing factors including:

  • Check bloods, heart and medications
  • Diabetes
  • Venous disease
  • Skin integrity including tinea
  • Nail condition
  • Nutrition
  • Sleep position
  • Mobility – including gait and balance
  • Activities of daily living

Chronic oedema management requires a multidisciplinary approach

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Respond

E

Evaluate

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Assess

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Identify

M

Manage

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