What is the rationale for using a superficial heating modalities after an individual is past the acute inflammatory phase of tissue injury?
What will be an ideal response?
As an individual enters the healing phase, the heat will increase blood flow and oxygen delivery to the superficial tissue. The heat will also increase tissue metabolism as the tissue enters the healing phase.
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A) Administer sips of water if patient complains of thirst B) Have him take antacids in an attempt to decrease the pain C) Have him drink milk to coat the stomach and reduce the pain D) Have the patient lie still and assume a position of comfort
PDGF is an abbreviation for platelet-derived ________ factor
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following statements describes the use of "tall man lettering"?
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Anemia causes an increase in the oxygen-carrying ability of the red blood cells.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)