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waynest

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on: Jul 23, 2018
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


trog

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B


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