How Can Excessive Edema Formation in the Hand Be Prevented

question 7

Multiple Choice

How can excessive edema formation in the hand be prevented during an upper extremity whirlpool treatment?

• A) Increase the temperature of the whirlpool to the maximum tolerable to increase venous return.
• B) Avoid a completely dependent position and perform active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises during the treatment.
• C) Let the hand hang down as much as possible to take advantage of increased hydrostatic pressure at greater depths.
• D) Keep the limb relatively still to minimize oxygen demand in the extremity.

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