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How often should you check the skin when a hot/cold application is applied?
every 5 minutes
How long can a hot/cold application be applied?
15-20 minutes
Name a moist heat application
hot compress, hot soak, sitz bath
How do heat applications work?
dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow
Name 3 purposes of a sitz bath.
clean wounds, promote healing, relieve pain, increase circulation, stimulate voiding
What is a soft pad applied over a body area?
compress
True or False: You can place a heating application directly over metal implants.
False
The order for a patient states to give a heat appl of 108°F. As a CNA, you know that you should:
not apply an application that is above 106°F
What is the purpose of hot/cold packs?
promote healing & comfort, decrease tissue swelling
Name 2 observations to report.
pain, excess redness, blisters, pale skin
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