An 81-year-old resident of an assisted living facility has mentioned to the nurse about her problems with nighttime muscle cramping, a problem that causes her significant pain. Which of the following measures should the nurse suggest?
A) Transdermal medication to provide overnight relief from the cramps.
B) Use of a cane or walker to reduce demand on muscles during the day.
C) Scheduling exercise and activity during the early evening.
D) Passive stretching of the limbs; keeping the extremities warm at night.
D
Feedback:
Stretching and warmth are noted to aid in the management of cramps, while evening exercise may exacerbate the problem and a cane or walker is likely unnecessary and ineffective. Transdermal medications for the treatment of cramps are not noted to be a treatment option.
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