The nurse administered an oral analgesic to a client complaining of a mild-to-moderate headache.Which activity would the nurse consider to help relieve the client's discomfort until the analgesic takes effect?

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Slow rhythmic breathing can help the client relax and ease the discomfort of a headache until the analgesic takes effect. Reading, watching TV, playing video games, or doing crossword puzzles may actually exacerbate the headache.

The Nurse Administered an Oral Analgesic to a Client Complaining