A patient is prescribed pain medication to assist in the treatment of bacterial prostatitis. What additional nonpharmacological interventions should the nurse suggest to the patient to help control the pain of this health problem?
Select all that apply.
1. warm bath
2. avoiding sitting
3. taking a walk
4. stress-reduction activities
5. applying ice to the rectal area
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
When pain is most severe with bacterial prostatitis, stress-reducing activities, warm baths, and avoidance of sitting have been reported to assist in pain reduction. Walking and applying ice to the rectal area are not identified as ways to reduce the pain associated with bacterial prostatitis.
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