Klose Training Lymphedema 101 Practice Test

The key idea is that the CLT is the go-to person for the patient’s questions and concerns about compression garments. Because these garments are worn daily and must fit well, feel comfortable, and function effectively in everyday activities, patients naturally bring up issues like fit, comfort, donning and doffing, skin reactions, and how the garment affects movement. The CLT addresses these concerns directly, guides the patient through style and compression level choices that will work in daily life, and teaches proper use and care. This focus on the patient’s needs and questions makes the statement about the patient bringing concerns to the CLT the most accurate reflection of the CLT’s role in garment fitting. In other settings, a DME fitter might be involved or physicians might rely on input from the CLT, but these relationships vary by clinic and case. The most consistent and central point across contexts is the patient–CLT interaction for addressing questions and concerns.