Which intervention should a nurse select to help a patient cope more effectively with chronic pain disorder?
a. Mild opioids
b. Benzodiazepines
c. Relaxation techniques
d. Response prevention
C
The intervention selected will be one that can be used over the long term. Relaxation training, which helps the patient control tension and anxiety and thereby reduce pain, can be an effective long-term strategy. Benzodiazepines and opioids produce dependency and are not useful for long-term management. Response prevention rarely is used to treat chronic pain.
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