Author Question: A client who has breast cancer is said to be in remission. What does this term signify? A) The ... (Read 37 times)

fahad · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client who has breast cancer is said to be in remission. What does this term signify?

A) The client is experiencing symptoms of the disease.
B) The client has end-stage cancer.
C) The client is experiencing unremitting pain.
D) The disease is present but the client is not experiencing symptoms.

Question 2

Pet therapy is commonly used in long-term facilities for distraction. If a client is experiencing pain and the pain is temporarily decreased while petting a visiting dog or cat, this is an example of which type of distraction technique?

A) Tactile kinesthetic distraction
B) Visual distraction
C) Auditory distraction
D) Project distraction

scrocafella · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Commonly, people with chronic pain experience periods of remission (when the disease is present but the person does not experience symptoms) or exacerbation (the symptoms reappear).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Examples of tactile kinesthetic distraction include holding or stroking a loved one, pet, or toy; rocking; and slow rhythmic breathing. Project distraction includes playing a challenging game or performing meaningful work. Visual distraction can be accomplished through reading or watching television. Auditory distraction may occur when one listens to music.