The Nurse Has Identified the Diagnosis of Acute Pain for a Patient

The nurse has identified the diagnosis of Acute Pain for a patient recovering from an above the knee amputation. Which of the following nursing interventions would be beneficial for this patient? Select all that apply.

A) Administer analgesics before pain reaches higher level.
B) Splint and support the injured area.
C) Elevate the stump on three pillows.
D) Encourage deep breathing and relaxation exercise.
E) Reposition the patient every eight hours.