Which of the following considerations should be made when assessing a patient for the application of cold or heat therapy?
A) prolonged exposure decreases tolerance
B) the neck and perineum are less sensitive to thermal change
C) open tissue or abraded skin is less sensitive to thermal changes
D) applications of heat or cold to large areas of the body cause systemic responses
Question 2
What term is used to document impaired muscle strength or weakness?
A) paralysis B) paresis C) spasticity D) flaccidity
Inflammation. Inflammation is characterized by the presence of swelling, redness, heat, and pain. Sw
PET scan of the brain in a patient with Alzheimer’s disease.
Patient education
Computerized Patient Record (CPR)
EHR systems enable providers to view patient records across organizations.
Sign and symptoms of a patient with heart failure