The Hypothalamus and Body Temperature Regulation
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What is the primary response of the body to cold and heat therapy?

  • The adaptation of thermal receptors to the new temperature
  • The conscious sensations of temperature aroused in the cerebral cortex
  • The stimulation of temperature-sensitive receptors in the skin (correct)
  • The initiation of heat-producing or heat-reducing reactions by the hypothalamus

    • What is the difference between the therapeutic effects of moist and dry application of heat or cold?

  • Moist and dry application have the same therapeutic effects
  • Moist application is better for new injuries, while dry application is better for recurring pain
  • Moist application has better therapeutic effects than dry application (correct)
  • Dry application has better therapeutic effects than moist application

    • What factors influence the effects of cold and heat therapy?

  • Treatment method, duration of application, prior skin temperature, and body part
  • Treatment method, size of the exposed body part, duration of application, and body part (correct)
  • Treatment method, size of the exposed body part, duration of application, prior skin temperature, environmental temperature, and body part
  • Treatment method, size of the exposed body part, and environmental temperature

    • Individuals with neurosensory impairments can benefit from heat and cold therapy

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Applying heat to an abscess or infected area is safe and recommended

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Moist heat sources may penetrate the skin better than dry heat sources

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cold therapy should be used for no more than 20 minutes at a time

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hot moist compress is not recommended for female clients during menses

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ultrasound is a way of applying superficial heat to muscles and tissues

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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