Multiple Choice
You are explaining to the patient the reason why you are using dry heat.Which of the following statements indicates understanding of the advantage of dry heat application for the patient?
A) It maintains temperature changes longer.
B) It reduces drying of the skin.
C) It penetrates tissue layers deeply.
D) It conforms better to body surfaces.
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