The Nurse Is Assisting a Patient with Using Guided Imagery

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assisting a patient with using guided imagery to relieve pain. Which instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

• A)"Picture what this place looks like and how comfortable you feel."
• B)"Feel the sense of deep relaxation and peace of this place."
• C)"The doctor will adjust your spine at this time, take a deep breath."
• D)"I am going to shine this light on you for 2 hours."
• E)"Close your eyes and keep them closed until the exercise is complete."

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