The nurse observes a patient who uses acupressure applying pressure to the right hand between the thumb and first finger. Which comment by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Pressure at this point is used to relieve headache. Asking "Do you think that the pressure will be more helpful?" is disrespectful of the patient because the nurse already knows that the patient uses acupressure. Pressure at this site is not used for relaxation. Although the patient may want the doctor to be notified about the headache, the nurse should first ascertain that the patient does have a headache.

The Nurse Observes a Patient Who Uses Acupressure Applying Pressure