Which nonpharmacological interventions would the nurse utilize in helping a client with muscle spasms? (Select all that apply.)

Question

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

1. Application of heat or cold
2. Hydrotherapy
3. Massage
4. Manipulation
5. Liniments

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3

Rationale 1: A nurse may apply heat or cold, assist a client with hydrotherapy, or offer massage to a client who has muscle spasms.
Rationale 2: A nurse may apply heat or cold, assist a client with hydrotherapy, or offer massage to a client who has muscle spasms.
Rationale 3: A nurse may apply heat or cold, assist a client with hydrotherapy, or offer massage to a client who has muscle spasms.
Rationale 4: Manipulation is incorrect because manipulation requires specialized training, such as chiropractic or physical medicine.
Rationale 5: Liniments is incorrect because this is a pharmacological intervention.

Global Rationale: A nurse may apply heat or cold, assist a client with hydrotherapy, or offer massage to a client who has muscle spasms. Manipulation is incorrect because manipulation requires specialized training, such as chiropractic or physical medicine. Liniments is incorrect because this is a pharmacological intervention.