The nurse recognizes which of the following alternative therapies as appropriate in the care of cancer clients? Select all that apply
A) Reminiscing
B) Patient-controlled analgesia
C) Hot and cold therapy
D) Epidural stimulators
E) Alternating analgesics
F) Nonopioid use
A, C
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Distracting techniques, such as reminiscing, can be helpful in taking the focus off pain. Hot and cold therapy is a holistic approach to restoring natural balance to the body, as practiced by some cultures. PCA, epidural stimulators, and nonopioid use are physician-prescribed treatments and not considered a diversion.
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