The nurse is demonstrating how to perform range-of-motion (ROM) exercises for a patient with tendinitis of the wrist. What intervention can the nurse encourage the client to use in order to decrease discomfort when performing the exercises?
A) Perform the exercises when using hand weights.
B) Perform the exercises and then take pain medication.
C) Perform the exercises with the hand and wrist under warm water.
D) Perform the exercises after icing the hand and wrist.
C
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Some clients find that hand exercise are less painful if performed with the hand under warm water. Hand weights should not be used when performing exercises unless prescribed by the physician and will not decrease discomfort. Pain medication such as an NSAID should be taken prior to exercising. The use of ice is not recommended after 48 hours postinjury and may make the exercises more uncomfortable.
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