Age: Thinner skin layers in children and elderly people increase the risk for burns from the heat

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Age: Thinner skin layers in children and elderly people increase the risk for burns from the heat and cold applications. Older adults have a decreased sensitivity to pain.• Are useful in treating muscle sprains and for areas with mild inflammation or edema.

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Fundamentals Of Nursing: Standards And Practices

ISBN: 118123

2nd Edition

Authors: Sue C. DeLaune, Patricia Kelly Ladner

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