When applying thermotherapy to an elderly patient, which of the following should you do?
A. Increase the amount of heat to increase patient comfort
B. Check the patient's skin frequently for excessive redness
C. Avoid applying heat to areas larger than 3 inches by 3 inches
D. Use moist heat only; do not apply dry heat
E. Check the patient's blood pressure at 5-minute intervals
B. Check the patient's skin frequently for excessive redness
Stay with an elderly patient during application of thermotherapy and check the patient's skin frequently for excessive redness. Due to a decrease in adipose tissue in the elderly, they are at greater risk for burns.
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A) ensure that the patient's head is stabilized manually. B) assess distal pulse, sensory, and motor functions. C) log roll the patient as a unit and assess his or her back. D) apply the appropriately sized cervical collar to the patient.
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