The patient in the first trimester of pregnancy tells the nurse she regularly sees a massage therapist to help with pain in her shoulders and neck
The nurse tells her that massage has the added advantage of: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Improving immune function.
2. Reducing anxiety.
3. Promoting sleep.
4. Eliminating energy blockages.
5. Allowing coordination of breathing and moving.
1,2,3
Rationale 1: Massage therapy has been shown to improve immune function.
Rationale 2: Massage therapy has been shown to reduce anxiety.
Rationale 3: Massage therapy has been shown to promote sleep.
Rationale 4: Eliminating energy blockages is a concept of reflexology, not of massage therapy.
Rationale 5: Coordinating breathing and movement is a concept of Hatha yoga, not of massage therapy.
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