Question

In cases in which a patient is experiencing stress and anxiety, what are the meditation techniques that the nurse needs to teach the patient to help healing? select all that apply.

Answer 1

The nurse can apply these following meditation techniques to the patient:

Deep breathing

Progressive muscle relaxation

Mindfulness meditation

Body scan meditation

Rhythmic movement and mindfulness exercise

Visualization- it is a guided imagery of peaceful scenes

Yoga and tai chi- slow steady movement accompanied with deep breathing is good for anxiety

Self-massage- can be combined with other relaxation techniques