Question

Ms. L. complains of feeling fatigued and tense. List some nonpharmacologic methods of bringing about a state of physical and mental tranquility that may be helpful. Why might each of these methods be helpful for Ms. L.?

Answer 1

ANSWER

Non-pharmacological methods to reduce fatigue and tension withrationale.

          * Provide a peaceful environment for the patient because a noisy

            surroundings increase stress level of the patient.

          * Maintain a trustful therapeutic communication with the patients help

            to reduce stress level by clarifying doubts about her health condition.

          * Providing adequate rest and sleeping hours useful to reduce fatigue

            by conserve energy and repair body defects during that period.

          * Give behavioural therapies to reduce anxiery or stress level because

            this type of psychological therapies solve emotional problems of the client.

          * Increase intake of fluids help to reduce fatigue related to dehydration by

            correcting fluid loss.

          * Muscle relaxation exercises increases comfort level of the patient so it

            reduce anxiety and fatigue.