Physiological Changes in Response to Heat Application Vary According to the Intensity

question 3

Multiple Choice

Physiological changes in response to heat application vary according to the intensity of the agent, the duration of application, and the area being treated. Hyperemia is a sign of vigorous heating. At what tissue temperature would there be irreversible tissue damage due to protein being denatured?

• A)45^oC (113^oF)
• B)43^oC (109^oF)
• C)37^oC (98.6^oF)
• D)38^oC (100^oF)

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