A nurse is caring for a client who delivered a newborn by cesarean birth 1 day ago. The client requests nonpharmacological interventions to manage pain when changing positions. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. "You can apply counterpressure to your back with each position change." Counterpressure is commonly used for pain relief during labor, particularly for back labor caused by fetal positioning. It is not a typical nonpharmacological intervention for post-cesarean pain management. B. "You should change positions as little as possible." Frequent position changes help promote circulation, prevent complications such as deep vein thrombosis, and reduce stiffness. Encouraging mobility with proper pain management is essential for recovery after a cesarean birth. C. "You should use patterned-paced breathing when changing positions." Patterned-paced breathing is a technique used during labor for pain management and relaxation. While controlled breathing may help with general discomfort, it is not the most effective strategy for post-cesarean pain during movement. D. "You can splint the incision with a pillow when changing positions." Holding a pillow against the incision site provides support, reduces strain on the abdominal muscles, and minimizes pain when moving, coughing, or laughing. This is a well-established method for post-cesarean pain relief.