The 70-year-old woman who had a stroke 3 months ago has a body image disturbance related to her spastic right arm and contracted fingers of the right hand. How can the nurse assist the patient in improving her body image?

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Option C is the best choice as it can help the patient cover up the spastic right arm and contracted fingers by accessorizing with colorful scarves or other items of clothing. This can help the patient feel more confident in her appearance and improve her body image. Options A and B may be helpful for performing daily activities, but they do not address the issues related to body image. Option D may be helpful for increasing circulation in the right arm, but it does not directly address the patient's body image concerns.

The 70-Year-Old Woman Who Had a Stroke 3 Months Ago