To Pass Paraffin Flashcards
1
Q
general physiological effects of heat application, increased (5):
A
- cardiac output
- metabolic rate
- pulse rate
- respiratory rate
- vasodilation
2
Q
general physiological effects of heat application, decreased (5):
A
- BP
- mm activity
- blood to internal organs
- blood flow to resting mm
- stroke volume
3
Q
local physiological effects of heat application (5):
A
- dilation of arteries
- increased capillary pressure and permeability
- extensibility of collagen tissue
- increased cellular oxidation
- vasodilation
4
Q
indications for thermotherapy (10)
A
- pain
- DOMS
- sprains
- strains
- articular problems
- mm pain and spasms
- joint stiffness
- decreased ROM
- myofascial tp
- mm guarding
5
Q
goals of thermotherapy (5):
A
- to produce relaxation
- to increase ROM/flexibility
- reduce pain
- accelerate healing
- preparation for other interventions
6
Q
precautions (9):
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- cardiac insufficiency
- edema
- impaired circulation
- impaired thermal regulation
- metal in tx site
- topical creams/lotions
- demyelinated nerves
- open wounds
- pregnancy
7
Q
CONTRAS (general, 9):
A
- acute or early subacutetraumatic and inflammatory conditions
- decreased sensation
- DVT
- PVD
- impaired cognitive function (precaution)
- decreased circulation (precaution)
- malignant tumors
- tendency towards hemorrhage or edema
- very old/very young patients (precaution)
8
Q
CONTRAS (Paraffin specific, 5)
A
- open wounds
- recent scars/sutures
- skin infection
- allergic rash
- allergy to paraffin wax or oil
