Choice A rationale:

Encouraging the client to avoid physical activity is not an appropriate intervention.

Physical activity and exercise, including range of motion exercises, are essential in managing Ankylosing Spondylitis.

Inactivity can worsen symptoms and lead to further stiffness.

Choice B rationale:

Recommending surgery to correct the spine's limited range of motion is not typically the first step in managing Ankylosing Spondylitis.

Surgery may be considered in severe cases with spinal deformities, but it is not the initial intervention.

Choice C rationale:

Assisting the client in performing range of motion exercises and physical therapy is an appropriate nursing intervention.

These exercises help maintain and improve flexibility, reduce pain, and slow the progression of the disease.

Physical therapy is a key component of Ankylosing Spondylitis management.

Choice D rationale:

Administering nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as prescribed can help manage pain and inflammation in Ankylosing Spondylitis, but it is not a nursing intervention related to improving range of motion.

It is essential to combine NSAID therapy with exercise and physical therapy for optimal management of the condition.

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