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nenivikky · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The application of heat can be very therapeutic. Because the application of heat promotes vasodilation, the nurse knows that this type of therapy is best suited for patients who have:

A. low back pain.
B. an infected wound.
C. a first-degree burn.
D. a direct trauma to a joint.

Question 2

A mother suffering from new-onset back pain makes a first-time visit to the pain clinic. The patient informs the nurse that all of those medications make me feel drugged. The nurse tells the patient that she may benefit from:

A. losing weight.
B. hiring home care.
C. relaxation therapy.
D. alternating opioid and nonopioid medications.

lkoler · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
An infected wound already is warm, red, and inflamed. Open wounds and broken skin are sensi-tive to temperature variations. For a patient who has a muscle sprain, localized hemorrhage, or hematoma, an ice bag is ideal to prevent edema formation, control bleeding, and anesthetize the body part.

Answer to Question 2

C
Nurses should educate patients regarding measures that promote a sense of well-being by mini-mizing or avoiding discomfort. Both opioids and nonopioids have side effects. The patient should be educated in the use of nonpharmacological pain therapies.