The nurse is caring for a child with rheumatoid arthritis. Which is an appropriate nonpharmacologic measure to reduce the joint pain associated this disease?
A)Elevation of the extremity
B)Immobilization
C)Massage
D)Application of moist heat

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Application of moist heat can help to reduce joint pain by increasing blood flow and relaxing muscles. This can be done through the use of warm compresses or a warm bath. Elevation of the extremity, immobilization, and massage may be appropriate for other conditions, but are not the best nonpharmacologic measures for reducing joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Child with Rheumatoid Arthritis