Which intervention(s) related to dry heat application may result in the client developing a burn? Select all that apply.

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Placing a dry heat application under a body part can trap too much heat between the person's body and the mattress (or another surface), resulting in a burn. Covering a dry heat application with the bed linens can trap too much heat between the person's body and the bed linens. Wrap dry heat or cold applications (e.g., hot water bottles, ice bags) in a towel before applying them to the person's skin. Always check to make sure the towel is in place between the application and the person's skin. The towel is a protective layer between the person's skin and the application. If applied directly to a person's skin, dry cold or heat can cause severe burns and blisters. Never leave a heat or cold application in place for longer than 20 minutes. Wrap dry heat (e.g., hot water bottles) in a towel before applying them to the person's skin. Check the skin underneath a heat application every 5 minutes. In general, a microwave is not used to heat such items as the temperature may get too hot and burn the skin.

Which Intervention(s) Related to Dry Heat Application May Result in the Client