QOD 48: Relaxation Therapy for Pain Management (Fundamentals/Basic Care and Comfort)
Question: A nurse who is caring for a patient with chronic pain and recommends the patient undergoes relaxation therapy as part of pain management. How would relaxation therapy work in this situation? Answer: C. Relaxation decreases anxiety, which can cause muscle tension and contribute to pain Rationale: Relaxation exercises are useful in helping patients to […] The post QOD 48: Relaxation Therapy for Pain Management (Fundamentals/Basic Care and Comfort) appeared first on NURSING.com.