The nurse is caring for a patient with unrelenting low back pain caused by a herniated disk.What instruction should the nurse provide to this patient to help with the pain?

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Bending at the knees with a straight back is the best way to prevent further injury and aggravation of the herniated disk. Sitting with legs elevated or reducing fluid intake will not have any significant impact on the pain. Limiting activity can provide short-term relief, but long-term rest can actually make the pain worse.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Unrelenting Low