An older patient with rheumatoid arthritis rates current pain as being a 3 on a scale from 1 to 10. Which nonpharmacological interventions can the nurse provide to help this patient? Select all that apply.
1. Massage
2. Warm soaks
3. Diversion activities
4. Relaxation techniques
5. Immobilization of painful areas
1. Massage
2. Warm soaks
3. Diversion activities
4. Relaxation techniques
Explanation: 1. Nonpharmacological comfort measures include massage.
2. Nonpharmacological comfort measures include warm soaks.
3. Nonpharmacological comfort measures include diversion activities.
4. Nonpharmacological comfort measures include relaxation techniques.
5. Nonpharmacological comfort measures include aids for mobility. Painful areas should not be immobilized.
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