HMP (Hydrocollator Packs) Flashcards
1
Q
A canvas pack filled with silica gel which is heated
by immersing in water between 71- 79 degrees
celsius / 76-80 deg C (Wadsworth)
A
HOT MOIST PACK (HYDROCOLLATOR PACKS)
2
Q
Degrees of water of your HMP
A
71- 79 degrees celsius / 76-80 deg C (Wadsworth)
3
Q
True or False:
The gel gives off moist heat for 30 to 60 minutes
A
False: 30-40 minutes
4
Q
Standard HMP size
A
10x12 (25x30 cm)
5
Q
Oversize HMP
A
15x24 (38x16 cm)
6
Q
Spinal HMP size
A
10x18 (25x46)
7
Q
Knee/Shoulder HMP
A
10x20 (25x50)
8
Q
Neck Contour HMP
A
24 inches (61 cm)
9
Q
Half-size HMP for elbow and wrist
A
5x12 (15x30 cm)
10
Q
How many days can you infer to call it chronic?
A
beyond 21 days
11
Q
True or False:
The standard HMP can be used in the lumbar area.
A
True
