Author Question: Which will promote safety when applying a heat or cold application? a. Follow agency policies for ... (Read 65 times)

jenna1 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which will promote safety when applying a heat or cold application?

a. Follow agency policies for safe tempera-ture ranges.
b. Apply dry heat or cold applications di-rectly on the skin.
c. Observe the skin every 15 minutes for signs of complications.
d. Allow the person to increase the tempera-ture of the application if he or she desires added warmth.

Question 2

Which is a safety measure for applying an aquathermia pad?

a. Follow electrical safety precautions.
b. Place the heating unit on the person's bed.
c. Secure the pad in place with pins.
d. Place the pad under the body part.