Arlene needs to have a cyst removed from her left ovary. The physician explains that general anesthesia is usually used, but Arlene is afraid. Her sister once had a bad reaction to an anesthetic, and Arlene thinks the same thing could happen to her. Which of the following nonpharmacologic methods of pain management might be used for her surgery?

A. Magnetic therapy
B. Acupuncture
C. Meditation
D. Hypnotism
E. Massage therapy


Answer: B

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