Which statement about moist heat applications is correct?
a. Water is in contact with the skin.
b. Dry heat has faster effects than moist heat.
c. Dry heat penetrates deeper than moist heat does.
d. Moist heat stays at the desired tempera-ture longer than dry heat.
A
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