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What is the normal temp for hot packs? what is the max application?
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normal temp 158-167 F
6-8 layer of dry towel max 20min |
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What is the ratio of paraffin to oil and temp? maz application?
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6:1 or 7:1 ratio
113-122 F, 6-10 dips and 20 min |
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What are the different types of heat transfer?
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conduction, convection, radiaton, and evaporation.
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What is Conduction? give an example?
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collision of 2 molecules.
example: hot and cold pack. heat move from high E to low E |
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What is thermal Conductivity?
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rate of heat transfer per a given area.
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why remove metal jewelry during application of phys. agent?
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metal transfer heat quicker than skin, can burn patient.
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Why 6-8 towel layer?
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towel layers slow down heat transfer conductivity, help insulate from burn
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