The nurse prepares to apply dry heat to a client's extremity in an effect to reduce pain.Which variables does the nurse recognize affects physiological tolerance to heat and cold? Select all that apply.

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The physiological tolerance to heat and cold can be affected by various factors including the location of the body part being treated (as different areas of the body have different sensitivities and blood flow), the size of the exposed body part (larger areas may dissipate heat differently than smaller areas), individual tolerance (which can vary widely among different people), and the intactness of skin (as damaged or compromised skin can alter the perception of heat and cold). Gender, however, is not typically considered a factor that affects physiological tolerance to heat and cold in this context.

The Nurse Prepares to Apply Dry Heat to a Client's