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
Assessing for Apley's Grinding Sign
Assessing for McMurray's Sign
Providing patient education
Positioning the Patient in the Fowler’s Position
Cyanosis as shown here at the patient’s fingertips results from a lack of oxygen in the tissues