Which Information Will the Nurse Include When Teaching a 38-Year-Old

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which information will the nurse include when teaching a 38-year-old male patient with newly diagnosed ankylosing spondylitis (AS) about the management of the condition?

• A) Exercise by taking long walks.
• B) Do daily deep-breathing exercises.
• C) Sleep on the side with hips flexed.
• D) Take frequent naps during the day.

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