The nurse explains to a patient that an Aquathermia pad differs from a traditional heating pad in that the Aquathermia pad:
A) can be folded to fit the anatomical location snugly.
B) can be placed under the patient.
C) has circulating water for temperature control.
D) can be left on for as long as 2 hours.

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The Aquathermia pad should not be folded or placed under the patient,nor should it be left on for longer than 20 minutes.The Aquathermia pad has water that circulates and stays warm for the entire time of the treatment with no need to reheat the compress.

The Nurse Explains to a Patient That an Aquathermia Pad