A Patient with a History of Osteoarthritis Reports Discomfort Unrelieved

A patient with a history of osteoarthritis reports discomfort unrelieved by the prescribed medications. Which of the following nonpharmacological interventions might assist the patient in managing the discomfort? Select all that apply.

A) Suggest the use of ice to the painful joints.
B) Encourage rest of the painful joints.
C) Discuss the use of relaxation techniques.
D) Encourage distraction techniques.
E) Advise the patient to perform range-of-motion exercises to reduce the cramping sensation.