Which nonpharmacologic therapies are effective in reducing cancer pain? (Select all that apply.)
a. Acupuncture
b. Cold
c. Exercise
d. Heat
e. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
ANS: B, C, D
Cold, heat, and exercise have been shown to reduce pain. Acupuncture and TENS have not been demonstrated to be effective, although in theory they should work.
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