Ch 43: Heat & Cold Applications

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Name 2 observations to report.

pain, excess redness, blisters, pale skin

What is the purpose of hot/cold packs?

promote healing & comfort, decrease tissue swelling

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

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