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Pathophysiology is the study of?
how physiological processes are altered in disease or injury
What is the difference in frostbite and forstnip?
Frostbite is the destruction of tissue due to exposure to very low temperatures.
What cold weather injury has hands that are cold and hard to the touch?
Frostbite
Which cold weather injury would you suspect if the skin has a white or waxy?
Frostbite
What is a cold injury that is accompanied by pallor numbness and a loss of cold sensation?
frostbite
What terms refers to a localized cold injury with a clear line of demarcation of its limits?
early frostbite
How long after frostbite for gangrene to set in?
Gangrene can develop after frostbite if the affected tissue loses its blood supply and becomes necrotic. This process can occur within a few days to weeks after the initial frostbite injury, depending on the severity of the frostbite and individual factors such as overall health and circulation. Prompt medical treatment is crucial to minimize the risk of gangrene following frostbite.
What has the author James A Wilkerson written?
James A. Wilkerson has written: 'Medicine' 'Hypothermia, frostbite, and other cold injuries' -- subject(s): Adverse effects, Cold, First aid in illness and injury, Frostbite, Hypothermia
What determines the extent of permanent injury from frostbite?
determined not by how cold the skin and the underlying tissues become but by how long they remain frozen
Should you ice your balls after a sports injury?
Yes, icing your testicles after a sports injury can help reduce swelling and pain. It is important to use a barrier, such as a cloth, between the ice pack and your skin to prevent frostbite.
What not to do when you get frostbite?
When dealing with frostbite, avoid rubbing or massaging the affected area, as this can cause further tissue damage. Do not immerse the frostbitten part in hot water or apply direct heat, as this can lead to burns. Additionally, refrain from walking on frostbitten toes or fingers, as movement can exacerbate the injury. Lastly, do not try to treat severe frostbite at home; seek medical attention promptly.
What injury suggests heat as a first aid treatment?
Typically you would use a heat pack (or hot water bottle etc) for a muscle injury. If you have pulled a muscle, hot (or cold) treatment will soothe the area
