If either string is of datatype VARCHAR2, the result has datatype VARCHAR2 and is limited to 4000 characters. Trailing blanks in character strings are preserved by concatenation, regardless of the strings' datatypes. On most platforms, the concatenation operator is two solid vertical bars, as shown in Table 3-3. However, some IBM platforms use broken vertical bars for this operator.
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Fever (in hot whirlpool) Patients requiring postural support during treatment. Skin conditions in spa-type tubs. General contraindications listed for heat and cold treatments o Set-up and Application Fill the whirlpool to a depth sufficient to cover the area being treated. Be sure the amount of water is enough to run the motor safely. Instruct the patient not to turn the whirlpool on or off or touch any electrical connections while in the whirlpool or while the body is wet. If an extremity is being treated, place the patient in a comfortable position using the whirlpool bench. If the entire body is being immersed the sling seat will be used.