A client has tension headaches. The nurse recommends massage as a treatment for tension headaches. How does massage help clients with tension headaches?
A) Reduces hypotension
B) Increases appetite
C) Relaxes muscles
D) Relieves migraines
C
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Massaging relaxes tense muscles, causes local dilation of blood vessels, and relieves headache. However, this approach is not likely to help a client with migraine or cluster headaches. Massage is not offered to clients with tension headaches to increase their appetite or reduce hypotension.
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