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What is the purpose of applying cold to a wound?
What is the purpose of applying cold to a wound?
- To check capillary oozing (correct)
- To promote inflammation
- To promote blood flow
- To clean the wound
What is the potential risk of using cold to control hemorrhage?
What is the potential risk of using cold to control hemorrhage?
- Dilatation of blood vessels (correct)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Increased heart rate
- Constriction of blood vessels
What is the recommended temperature of water for a sponge or napkin to control hemorrhage?
What is the recommended temperature of water for a sponge or napkin to control hemorrhage?
- 160° to 180° F
- 120° to 140° F
- 140° to 160° F (correct)
- 100° to 120° F
Why must compresses be applied continuously when using cold to control hemorrhage?
Why must compresses be applied continuously when using cold to control hemorrhage?
What is the benefit of using very hot or very cold applications of water in controlling hemorrhage?
What is the benefit of using very hot or very cold applications of water in controlling hemorrhage?
In what type of operations is the use of hot or cold water applications particularly useful?
In what type of operations is the use of hot or cold water applications particularly useful?