A student under a great deal of stress develops a severe tension headache and goes to the school clinic. What strategy should the nurse teach the student for dealing with the onset of headaches in the future?
a. Aerobic exercise
b. Relaxation exercises
c. Use of vitamin C and zinc
d. Use of distraction techniques
ANS: B
Relaxation exercises help treat and may help stop a headache before it becomes severe. D. Distraction is good for some types of pain but less so for headaches. C. Vitamin C and zinc are good for wound healing. A. Aerobic exercise may promote general health and help the student to deal with stress but will not help once the headache has begun.
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