A nurse is assisting a client in preparing for surgery by using progressive muscle relaxation.Which rationale best supports the use of this therapy at this time?

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Progressive muscle relaxation provides intentional tensing and releasing of successive muscle groups,thereby promoting relaxation and decreasing anxiety.Anxiety reduction would be the best rationale for a client preparing for surgery.The other statements are inaccurate descriptions of progressive muscle relaxation and its use.

A Nurse Is Assisting a Client in Preparing for Surgery