Heat applications:
A) Reduce bleeding
B) Decrease blood flow
C) Promote healing
D) Numb the skin

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Heat applications can promote healing by increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area, which can diminish pain and aid in the repair of damaged tissues. However, they do not have any effect on reducing bleeding, decreasing blood flow, or numbing the skin. Cold applications are typically used for those purposes.

Heat Applications