When a patient tearfully declares the use of relaxation ...

[maegan_martin]

When a patient tearfully declares the use of relaxation techniques does not work for her, the nurse should:
 
  a. give up on the idea.
  b. encourage the patient to try again.
  c. assure the patient that not everyone is successful.
  d. give the patient a sedative.

Question 2

The nurse reminds the patient with lactose intolerance that he can avoid the unpleasant symptoms of nausea, bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea if he will avoid eating products that include:
 
  a. soy beans.
  b. rice.
  c. milk.
  d. high fiber.

[meow1234]

Answer to Question 1

B
Some alternative approaches to pain control require practice. Encouragement to try again is appropriate.

Answer to Question 2

C
Lactose intolerance occurs as a result of a lack of lactase that makes it impossible to break down milk sugar.