A patient with chronic orthopedic pain is considering the use of a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator to reduce the pain. What advantages of using this device should the nurse review with the patient?

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The nurse should review with the patient that using a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator can help avoid the adverse effects of pain medication, such as addiction, nausea, or constipation. The other options are not accurate: the cost of the device can vary, patients with certain conditions (such as pacemakers) should avoid using it, and while it can be effective for many types of pain, it may not relieve all types of pain.

A Patient with Chronic Orthopedic Pain Is Considering the Use