The nurse uses his hands to direct energy fields surrounding the patient's body. After this intervention, the patient states that his pain has lessened. How should the nurse document the intervention?
1) Tactile distraction was performed and appeared effective in reducing pain.
2) Guided imagery was effective to relax the patient and reduce the pain.
3) Therapeutic touch was performed; patient verbalized lessening of pain after treatment.
4) Sequential muscle relaxation was performed; patient states pain is less.
Question 2
A patient prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), for treatment of arthritis complains of stomach upset. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do?
1) Notify the prescriber immediately.
2) Take the medication with food.
3) Take the medication with 8 ounces of water.
4) Take the medication before bedtime.