Pet therapy is commonly used in long-term facilities for distraction. If a client is experiencing pain and the pain is temporarily decreased while petting a visiting dog or cat, this is an example of which type of distraction technique?

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Pet therapy involves tactile kinesthetic distraction, as it involves the physical sensation of petting or interacting with an animal.

Pet Therapy Is Commonly Used in Long-Term Facilities for Distraction