A client diagnosed with arthritis doesn't want to take medications. Physical therapy and occupational therapy have been consulted for nonpharmacologic measures to control pain. What might physical and occupational therapy include in the care plan to help control this client's pain?

A client diagnosed with arthritis doesn't want to take medications. Physical therapy and occupational therapy have been consulted for nonpharmacologic measures to control pain. What might physical and occupational therapy include in the care plan to help control this client's pain?


a) Acupuncture
b) Cold therapy
c) Heat therapy and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs)
d) An exercise routine that includes range-of-motion (ROM) exercises


Answer: d) An exercise routine that includes range-of-motion (ROM) exercises


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