A patient who has just returned from abdominal surgery states, "I learned relaxation exercises, so I won't need any drugs." Which statement about relaxation therapy should the nurse use to guide care for this patient?
a. Relaxation therapy works much the same as a placebo.
b. Relaxation therapy is not useful for postoperative patients or for severe pain.
c. Relaxation therapy is an excellent adjunct treatment for pain when used with analgesics.
d. Effective use of relaxation therapy can eliminate the need for analgesics postoperatively.
ANS: C
Relaxation is an adjunct treatment for any type of pain but should not be expected to replace pain medication. B. It can help the patient feel more in control. A. Relaxation therapy does not work the same as a placebo. D. The use of relaxation cannot eliminate the need for analgesics after surgery.
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