A patient is diagnosed with pleurisy. The nurse instructs the patient to alleviate the associated chest pain by which of the following?

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Splinting the affected area when coughing can help reduce pain by providing support to the affected area and reducing movement. Taking the prescribed analgesic as directed by the healthcare provider may also be helpful, but waiting until the pain is severe may not provide adequate pain relief. Bed rest is generally recommended for pleurisy, but it may not directly alleviate chest pain. A fever is a common symptom of pleurisy and does not directly relate to pain relief.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Pleurisy