An older male adult who has osteoarthritis tells the nurse that he has experienced fatigue for the past two weeks.Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement to help him manage fatigue?

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Helping the patient plan exercise and rest can help him manage fatigue. It is important for the patient to have a balance between activity and rest. Recommending an antidepressant or planning multiple naps may not be appropriate interventions for fatigue related to osteoarthritis. Simply telling the patient that the fatigue is due to osteoarthritis may not provide any useful information or support for managing the symptom.

An Older Male Adult Who Has Osteoarthritis Tells the Nurse