A nurse will verify that a 33-year-old patient's heat application is set at ____ to prevent the threat of tissue injury.
1. 85F
2. 90F
3. 100F
4. 105F
Question 2
Before applying a warm pack to reduce a patient's discomfort from back spasms, a nurse will
1. Warm the towel in the microwave.
2. Check peripheral pulses for a baseline.
3. Assess the skin for edema and color.
4. Prepare the warm pack using sterile technique.