The patient asks the nurse if imagery could be helpful to control their pain. What must the nurse understand about imagery

The patient asks the nurse if imagery could be helpful to control their pain. What must the nurse understand about imagery to answer the patient’s question? The patient asks the nurse if imagery could be helpful to control their pain. What must the nurse understand about imagery to answer the patient’s question? Imagery must always be guided by a practitioner. The nurse must use standardized imagery scenarios with each patient. Imagery is not effective in controlling or relieving pain or stress. Imagery can help a person create mental images, to stimulate physical, emotional, or spiritual changes, improve perceived well-being, and enhance self-awareness.