Deck 21: Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Question 1

Before considering an alternative medical treatment, a wise consumer will do all of the following EXCEPT

A) consult reliable resources to determine the scientific basis of claimed benefits.
B) avoid practitioners who promote their treatment as a "miracle cure."
C) thoroughly evaluate the risks of the CAM product or service.
D) believe practitioners' promises without doing any research or asking for references.

Answer 1

believe practitioners' promises without doing any research or asking for references.

Question 2

Which form of energy medicine is derived from the Japanese word representing "universal life energy"?

A) Qigong
B) Reiki
C) Tai chi
D) Shiatsu

Answer 2

Reiki

Question 3

Naturopathy refers to a

A) practice based on manipulation of the spinal column and other structures.
B) practice based on the principle of "like cures like."
C) practice based on restoring the body's innate ability to heal itself.
D) holistic treatment approach based on three body types.

Answer 3

practice based on restoring the body's innate ability to heal itself.

Question 4

Which therapeutic system is based on administration of extremely diluted doses of natural agents that produce symptoms in large doses but are believed to produce a cure when given in minute doses?

A) Herbal
B) Homeopathic
C) Naturopathic
D) Chiropractic

Question 5

All of the following are forms of bodywork EXCEPT

A) Rolfing Structural Integration.
B) the Alexander Technique.
C) reflexology.
D) the Feldenkrais Method.

Question 6

Which CAM modality focuses on the manipulation of biofields?

A) Homeopathy
B) Ayurvedic medicine
C) Energy medicine
D) Traditional Chinese medicine

Question 7

A person who administers minute doses of natural substances derived from plants, animals, and minerals is which type of CAM practitioner?

A) Naturopath
B) Homeopath
C) Ayurvedic practitioner
D) Chinese medicine practitioner

Question 8

The CAM therapy that Americans have come to rely on heavily for treatment of musculoskeletal problems and that many insurance companies will now cover is

A) massage therapy.
B) chiropractic medicine.
C) energy medicine.
D) Chinese medicine.

Question 9

A form of traditional Chinese medicine that is based on knowledge of the body's energy channels but does not involve the insertion of needles is

A) acupuncture.
B) acupressure.
C) tai chi.
D) reiki.

Question 10

In traditional Chinese medicine, the vital energy force that courses through the body is

A) qigong.
B) tai chi.
C) qi (chi).
D) yang.

Question 11

You are seeking to balance your body, mind, and spirit and reduce stress-related symptoms by eliminating impurities in your body. You decide to consult with a practitioner of

A) traditional Chinese medicine.
B) Ayurvedic medicine.
C) homeopathic medicine.
D) naturopathic medicine.

Question 12

Chiropractic medicine is based on the idea that

A) health is defined as having the proper balance of vital energy or life force.
B) soft-tissue manipulation can be used for a wide variety of healing purposes.
C) equal emphasis on body, mind, and spirit is essential to restore harmony.
D) energy flows through the spine via nerves and if the spine is not properly aligned, the energy is disrupted.

Question 13

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine serves as an information clearinghouse and conducts research and educational programs. The Center is part of which federal agency?

A) Food and Drug Administration
B) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
C) National Institutes of Health
D) Department of Health and Human Services

Question 14

All of the following are examples of conventional medical treatment EXCEPT

A) physical therapy.
B) prescription medications.
C) acupuncture.
D) surgery.

Question 15

A Japanese massage technique based on applying pressure to traditional acupuncture points to unblock energy flow is

A) relaxation.
B) trigger point.
C) deep tissue.
D) shiatsu.

Question 16

Which CAM modality focuses on balancing qi (chi) through acupuncture, massage, energy therapies, and herbal treatments?

A) Homeopathy
B) Ayurvedic medicine
C) Energy medicine
D) Traditional Chinese medicine

Question 17

Chiropractors

A) attend a training program that requires three years of intensive courses.
B) offer treatment that has proven to be effective for low back pain, neck pain, and headaches.
C) and medical doctors still maintain an adversarial relationship.
D) are federally licensed and regulated.

Question 18

Ayurveda refers to

A) a practice based on manipulation of the spinal column and other structures.
B) a practice based on the principle of "like cures like."
C) energy medicine techniques.
D) a holistic treatment approach based on three body types.

Question 19

Traditional Chinese medicine is an example of

A) energy medicine.
B) an alternative medical system.
C) mind-body medicine.
D) a manipulative practice.

Question 20

A form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of fine needles at specific points along the body's energy channels is

A) acupuncture.
B) acupressure.
C) tai chi.
D) reiki.

Question 21

Prior to taking an herbal supplement that claims to increase muscle mass, Jermaine should consult all the following EXCEPT

A) his personal trainer at the gym.
B) the NCCAM website
C) the Cochrane Collaboration's review on CAM.
D) his physician.

Question 22

All of the following are true of herbal remedies EXCEPT

A) they cannot harm humans because they are in a natural plant form.
B) they are not regulated by the FDA in the same manner as other medications.
C) the active ingredients have not been standardized.
D) they can interact with other medications and foods in a way that could be dangerous.

Question 23

Biologically based therapies include

A) herbal remedies and functional foods.
B) special diets prescribed to treat food allergies.
C) Ayurveda.
D) acupressure.

Question 24

A movement therapy based on mind-body integration that can involve gentle movement of a client's limbs to induce deep relaxation is

A) Rolfing Structural Integration.
B) the Alexander Technique.
C) the Trager Approach.
D) the Feldenkrais Method.

Question 25

Herbal remedies that are sold as fresh or dried plant extracts preserved in alcohol are

A) tinctures.
B) solutions.
C) extracts.
D) freeze-dried extracts.

Question 26

You once took an herbal supplement to help you lose weight quickly but it has been banned due to dangerous side effects; you took.

A) ephedra.
B) echinacea.
C) green tea.
D) ginkgo biloba.

Question 27

Biologically based therapy (the use of herbs and other natural products) is

A) one of the most controversial domains of CAM practice.
B) highly regulated by the state and federal government.
C) within the scope of practice of Registered Dietitians.
D) thoroughly investigated and based in sound science.

Question 28

You want to take several herbal supplements in tablet or capsule form. Your best option is to purchase them as

A) tinctures.
B) freeze-dried extracts.
C) herbal teas.
D) standardized extracts.

Question 29

Acupuncture has been shown to be effective in treating all of the following EXCEPT

A) nausea associated with chemotherapy.
B) headaches.
C) low back pain.
D) breast cancer.

Question 30

Acupuncture

A) practitioners are state licensed and regulated.
B) has not proven effective for any medical problem.
C) is the art of inserting fine needles in multiple locations on the head and torso.
D) can only be practiced by medical doctors in the United States.

Question 31

Rich lives in close quarters with 30 fraternity brothers, so which supplement would be helpful for him to take to prevent getting sick from a cold or the flu?

A) Zinc
B) Echinacea
C) Ginkgo biloba
D) Ginseng

Question 32

While you were an exchange student in Germany, you became mildly depressed because you missed your family back home. The doctor there treated you with the natural product

A) kava.
B) ginseng.
C) St. John's wort.
D) echinacea.

Question 33

Which of the following supplements can cause liver damage?

A) Flaxseed
B) Kava
C) Zinc
D) St. John's wort

Question 34

People who have been successfully treated with acupuncture report that they have a(n)

A) suspicion that the successful treatment is related to the placebo effect.
B) reluctance to return to a conventional doctor.
C) reduced reliance on prescription drugs.
D) increased use of prescription drugs.

Question 35

Although you study for hours, your memory seems to fail you when taking an exam. To improve your memory, you are considering trying

A) kava.
B) ginkgo biloba.
C) St. John's wort.
D) echinacea.

Question 36

A form of bodywork that uses manual pressure to release muscle tension and reorganize connective tissue is

A) Rolfing Structural Integration.
B) the Alexander Technique.
C) the Trager Approach.
D) the Feldenkrais Method.

Question 37

All of the following are true about dietary supplements EXCEPT

A) they are taken to enhance mood, prevent disease, and enhance health.
B) they come in the form of capsules, powder, or liquids.
C) they may contain vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
D) they can be marketed as a conventional food item.

Question 38

According to studies in psychoneuroimmunology, which of the following would be most effective for improving a person's immunity?

A) Providing social support
B) Teaching relaxation and stress-management techniques
C) Supplementing the diet with multiple herbal remedies
D) Walking 30 minutes per day

Question 39

Mind-body interventions that have been researched to the degree that they are now considered part of traditional medicine rather than alternative treatments are

A) yoga and Pilates.
B) meditation and tai chi.
C) hypnosis and regression therapy.
D) biofeedback and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Question 40

A woman has experienced multiple symptoms, including fatigue and depression, for which her doctor has not been of much help. She decides to participate in a native tribal ceremony that involves the laying on of hands by a shaman. Within days of the ceremony, her symptoms have improved. This treatment method is an example of

A) Ayurvedic medicine.
B) Chinese medicine.
C) osteopathic medicine.
D) therapeutic or healing touch.

Question 41

Which scientific field examines the relationship between consciousness, the nervous system, and how the body defends itself against infections and disease?

A) Psychology
B) Psychiatric immunology
C) Psychoneuroimmunology
D) Mind-body medicine

Question 42

A country that has implemented stringent methods for the regulation of dietary supplements is

A) China.
B) France.
C) Germany.
D) the United States.

Question 43

Which term describes treatments that are outside the realm of traditional Western medicine but are used in conjunction with conventional treatments?

A) Alternative
B) Complementary
C) Integrative
D) Functional

Question 44

Which term describes treatments that are outside the realm of traditional Western medicine and are used in place of conventional treatments?

A) Alternative
B) Complementary
C) Integrative
D) Functional

Question 45

Complementary and alternative medicine is a subsection of conventional medicine.

Question 46

A somatic education technique designed to improve movement, flexibility, and nervous system function is

A) Rolfing Structural Integration.
B) the Alexander Technique.
C) the Trager Approach.
D) the Feldenkrais Method.

Question 47

Which supplement has shown some promising results in treating Alzheimer's disease and dementia?

A) Echinacea
B) Flaxseed
C) Ginseng
D) Ginkgo biloba

Question 48

In Ayurvedic medicine, patients are classified by body types, which determine the treatments that are likely to work best. These body types are known as

A) auras.
B) meridians.
C) chakras.
D) doshas.

Question 49

Which term describes a type of medical practice that combines conventional medicine with CAM therapies?

A) Alternative
B) Complementary
C) Integrative
D) Functional

Question 50

Foods that provide a specific health benefit beyond basic nutrition are known as functional foods or

A) healthy foods.
B) nutraceuticals.
C) nutritional supplements.
D) pharmaceuticals.

Question 51

Cinnamon, oat fiber, ginger, and garlic are examples of

A) functional foods.
B) foods to which many people are intolerant.
C) dietary supplements.
D) seasonings.

Question 52

Several traditional Chinese medicine therapies are based on the idea that energy flows through the body through channels or

A) auras.
B) meridians.
C) chakras.
D) doshas.

Question 53

Natasha has not had much luck receiving help from her regular doctor to alleviate her PMS symptoms and overall fatigue. The medication that was prescribed made her dizzy, so Natasha stopped taking it. She decided to find a new doctor who was more focused on treating the whole person, not just individual symptoms or diseases. Her next step is to make an appointment with a

A) holistic practitioner.
B) chiropractor.
C) gynecologist.
D) pain specialist.

Question 54

Which supplement affects the pituitary gland and helps with metabolism, concentration, and resisting the effects of stress?

A) Echinacea
B) Flaxseed
C) Ginseng
D) Ginkgo biloba

Question 55

The current FDA regulations for supplements have the goal of ensuring that supplements

A) comply with safety and purity standards and have accurate labeling.
B) are sold only by U.S. pharmacies.
C) are sold only by reputable retail outlets.
D) do not contain inactive ingredients.

Question 56

Which supplement can be used to increase dietary fiber and may have some benefits in lowering cholesterol?

A) Echinacea
B) Flaxseed
C) Ginseng
D) Ginkgo biloba

Question 57

Which supplement may be helpful in lowering the risk of some forms of cancer?

A) Zinc
B) Flaxseed
C) Ginseng
D) Green tea

Question 58

A CAM therapy that is a manipulative practice used for relaxation, stress relief, pain management, and injury recovery is

A) naturopathy.
B) meditation.
C) massage.
D) yoga.

Question 59

Alternative medicine approaches are never used along with conventional medicine.

Question 60

Which of the following therapies are most likely to be covered by health insurance?

A) Chiropractic and massage
B) Acupressure and Chinese medicine
C) Dietary supplements
D) Massage and homeopathy

Question 61

Most people seek out CAM therapies because conventional medicine is too expensive.

Question 62

Echinacea can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.

Question 63

Compare and contrast complementary medicine and alternative medicine.

Question 64

If a product is labeled "natural," you may assume that it is safe.

Question 65

Kava has been linked to severe liver damage.

Question 66

The FDA banned the sale of all supplements containing ephedra.

Question 67

Discuss the four major domains of CAM practices and their interactions with each other.

Question 68

Because herbs are natural products, they will not interfere with how prescription drugs work within the body.

Question 69

Discuss how updated FDA regulations help to protect consumers who purchase dietary supplements.

Question 70

Name four therapies that fall under the category of mind-body interventions.

Question 71

Naturopathic physicians do not earn a recognized degree.

Question 72

Briefly describe four patterns of utilization of CAM practice.

Question 73

More than one-third of 18- to 29-year-olds have used some form of alternative medicine.

Question 74

According to a NCCAM survey, the people who use alternative therapy tend to have higher levels of education.

Question 75

People are now more likely to use CAM and other therapies once considered exotic and strange.