Which Information Will the Nurse Include When Teaching a Patient

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which information will the nurse include when teaching a patient with acute low back pain (select all that apply) ?

• A) Sleep in a prone position with the legs extended.
• B) Keep the knees straight when leaning forward to pick something up.
• C) Avoid activities that require twisting of the back or prolonged sitting.
• D) Symptoms of acute low back pain frequently improve in a few weeks.
• E) Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol) can be used to relieve pain.

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