If you apply an ice pack to the skin overlying the calf muscles, which of the following will have the greatest decrease in temperature?

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The ice pack is applied to the skin, so that is where the greatest decrease in temperature will occur. The subcutaneous tissues and fascia may also cool slightly, but to a lesser extent than the skin itself. The calf muscles will not be directly affected by the ice pack, so there will be little to no decrease in temperature in the muscles.

If You Apply an Ice Pack to the Skin Overlying