What is the best nursing response when a patient asks, "What do you know about massage therapy? A friend of mine says it can be more helpful than antidepressants."
a. "The research has shown that massage is very beneficial, so this is a good question for you to ask your doctor. Why not bring up the topic with your psychiatrist today during your visit?"
b. "While a few research studies indicate that massage will help relieve depression and anxiety, it's effective for only a short time, and no studies have compared massage with medication.".
c. "I know very little, because there really is no current research available on the effectiveness of massage. However, many of these new therapies can do damage, so I wouldn't do it.".
d. "I know very little, because there are few research findings on the effectiveness of massage. It certainly can't hurt, and it might help, so why not try it?"
B
The nurse, who is often the professional that the patient sees as a health teacher and caregiver, must keep informed about the most contemporary research findings on all kinds of therapies.
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