Lymphatic

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.LYMPH_MANAGE

Lymphedema: {limb} girth {## vs prior}, skin {intact/moisturized/breakdown}, compression {applied/tolerated}, limb protected (no BP/venipuncture). Cellulitis signs {none}. Skilled measurement/compression + infection surveillance required. Supports Section I; goal {###}.

.LYMPH_CELLULITIS

Cellulitis concern: {limb} spreading erythema (margins marked), warmth, tenderness, {fever}. Provider notified; antibiotics/labs ordered; compression adjusted; systemic monitoring; representative notified. Reassess {when}. (Sepsis overlay.) Supports Section I.

.LYMPH_POSTOP

Post-node-dissection day {#}: site {clean}, drain {patent/output}, affected arm {protected/mobilized}, cellulitis signs {none}. Skilled post-operative surveillance + limb protection required. Supports Section I.

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