The nurse is helping a patient in pain by gently massaging the painful area. The nurse is utilizing which form of pain control with the patient?
1. acupuncture
2. biofeedback
3. guided imagery
4. cutaneous stimulation
Correct Answer: 4
It is believed that stimulation of the skin is effective in relieving pain because it prompts closure of the gate in the substantia gelatinosa. Cutaneous stimulation may be accomplished by massage, vibration, applying of heat and cold, and therapeutic touch. Touch was used, so biofeedback and guided imagery are not correct. There is no mention of the use of acupuncture needles.
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