Conductive Heating for Home Use Quiz

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What is the primary goal of using hot compresses?

To apply heat to the affected area and reduce pain (correct)

To provide comfort and support to the patient

To prevent dehydration in the patient

To increase blood circulation in the treated area

What is the recommended temperature for the hot water used in hot compresses?

45 to 50 degrees Celsius

30 to 35 degrees Celsius

35 to 40 degrees Celsius

40 to 42 degrees Celsius (correct)

What is the recommended duration for applying the hot compress?

5 minutes

30 minutes

20 minutes (correct)

15 minutes

What should be done to maintain a constant temperature during the application of hot compresses?

Cover the compress with a hot water bottle or use an infrared lamp Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should be taken when applying hot compresses to children?

Treat children gradually and prevent air entrance under the compress Signup and view all the answers

What is an efficient method for applying conductive heating to the extremities?

Using paraffin wax Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using paraffin wax therapy over water therapy?

Paraffin wax has a lower thermal conductivity than water, preventing rapid heat loss from the treated area. Signup and view all the answers

What equipment feature helps in reducing the initial warm-up time for the paraffin wax therapy?

The use of an isopad electric element with glass wall thermal insulation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a 7:1 mix of paraffin wax to oil in the therapy?

To reduce the melting point of the wax, preventing burns during therapy. Signup and view all the answers

What physiological response is observed in the skin temperature during the first two minutes of paraffin wax therapy?

A marked increase in skin temperature by 12-13 degrees Celsius. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main circulatory effect of paraffin wax therapy on superficial capillaries and arterioles?

Stimulation causing local hyperemia and reflex vasodilatation. Signup and view all the answers

What is an important care requirement for the apparatus used in paraffin wax therapy?

Cleaning the part to be treated before putting it in the apparatus. Signup and view all the answers

What is a physiological response observed in the subcutaneous fascia at the end of paraffin wax therapy?

An increase of 5 degrees Celsius at the end of treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What is an important indication for using paraffin wax therapy?

Relieving pain and muscle spasm. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant contraindication for using paraffin wax therapy?

Impaired skin sensation. Signup and view all the answers

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