Question

Which of the following statements regarding rewarming of skin is NOT true?

a. A major goal is the maintenance of tissue viability
b. The temp of the rewarming bath should be 10-37°
c. It should be removed from it's package prior to rewarming
d. Significant structural damage can occur during rewarming

Answer 1

The NOT true statement about rewarming skin is that the temperature of the rewarming bath should be 10-37°C, as effective rewarming requires a higher temperature range to avoid further damage.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement regarding rewarming of skin that is NOT true is: 'The temperature of the rewarming bath should be 10-37°C'. Rewarming baths typically should be at a higher temperature range, around 37°C to 42°C, to effectively rewarm the tissue without causing burns or additional damage. A major goal of rewarming is indeed the maintenance of tissue viability, ensuring that frozen or cold-damaged tissues are returned to a normal temperature in a controlled manner to preserve their function.

Concerning the process of rewarming, one must be careful as there can be significant structural damage during rewarming due to the rush of blood back into the tissues and the potential for reperfusion injury. It is also true that items should be removed from packaging prior to rewarming to allow even and effective heat distribution.