The nurse is preparing to assist the client with meditation and breathing. In preparing to imple-ment this therapy, the first step is to:
1. Position the client
2. Provide a warm environment
3. Have the client close his/her eyes
4. Note areas of tension or pain
ANS: 1
The first step in assisting a client with meditation and breathing is to position the client comfort-ably. A quiet space is required, not necessarily a warm environment. The first step is not to have the client close his or her eyes, but to get the client in a comfortable position in a quiet environ-ment. Furthermore, the client does not have to close his or her eyes to meditate and breathe. The first step is to assist the client into a comfortable position, not to note areas of tension or pain.
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