Massage Is One of the Oldest Forms of Healing

Massage is one of the oldest forms of healing. It involves the manipulation of muscles and other soft tissues. Although it is relaxing, it is not advisable for everyone. In which of the following scenarios would a massage be contraindicated? Select all that apply.

A) A patient with a history of phlebitis
B) A patient with chronic back pain
C) A preterm infant with a nasogastric (NG) tube
D) A patient with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
E) A low birth weight infant with physiological jaundice

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