Heat and cold applications are applied for:
a. 5 to 10 minutes.
b. 10 to 15 minutes.
c. 15 to 20 minutes.
d. 20 to 25 minutes.
C
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1. Cocaine 2. Marijuana 3. Alcohol 4. Barbiturates
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A) Potassium B) Sodium C) Magnesium D) Iodine