Question 1

Which clients would benefit most from relaxation therapy?&#10;A) Middle-age client who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments&#10;B) Young client who is diagnosed with schizophrenia&#10;C) Older client who is comatose and unresponsive&#10;D) Young client who is diagnosed with major depression

Accepted Answer

By reducing physical,mental,and emotional tension,relaxation is believed to result in changes opposite those of the "fight-or-flight" mechanism.Relaxation is helpful during painful procedures but may not be helpful with certain mental health problems or unresponsive clients because relaxation requires action from the client to relieve the tension.

Question 2

A client asks the nurse to pray with him.The nurse is an atheist.Which statement by the nurse is the correct response?&#10;A) &#34;Yes, let's pray together.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;No, I'm sorry, I can't do that.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;No, I don't believe in prayer.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;I'll hold your hand while you pray.&#34;

Accepted Answer

By stating that he will hold the client's hand,the nurse offers support for the client's choice without compromising his beliefs.The nurse should not participate in any activity that goes against his or her beliefs.The nurse should not just state that he or she can't do this or tell the client personal views or preferences.

Question 3

A client who has been using which therapy requires the most immediate intervention by the nurse?&#10;A) Aromatherapy to treat depression&#10;B) Herbal preparations to treat hypertension&#10;C) Therapeutic touch to decrease level of pain&#10;D) Tai Chi to improve joint flexibility

Accepted Answer

The client who has been using herbal preparations to treat hypertension may have endangered his or her life by inadvertently ingesting a substance that interacts poorly with another drug or that can be toxic.Aromatherapy may be used as a complementary therapy to treat depression.Therapeutic touch has been shown to decrease pain,and Tai Chi may assist in mobility.These therapies are appropriate and are not life threatening.

Question 4

The client is undergoing treatment for cancer and is experiencing a high level of anxiety.The client expresses interest in complementary therapies that might decrease the level of anxiety.Which action is the best choice for the nurse to implement with this client?

A) Direct the client to an imaginative peaceful setting using imagery.
B) Provide assistance in finding an acupuncturist.
C) Suggest Tai Chi during chemotherapy treatments.
D) Encourage the use of acupressure over tumor sites.

Accepted Answer

Nurses traditionally have used a number of mind-body therapies such as prayer,imagery,meditation,music,and pet therapy to decrease anxiety in clients.Acupuncture and acupressure are pain relief therapies that usually require special education.Tai Chi is a body-based therapy that requires energy that may not be appropriate during chemotherapy sessions.

Question 5

A client who is status post aortic valve replacement takes sodium warfarin (Coumadin)daily and has started taking Ginkgo biloba.What is the priority action for the nurse to take?&#10;A) Encourage the use of Ginkgo biloba to enhance the client's systemic circulation.&#10;B) Assess the client for any bruising or petechiae.&#10;C) Explain that replacing Ginkgo biloba with garlic would be much safer.&#10;D) Assess for any forgetfulness or inappropriate speech.

Accepted Answer

Taking Ginkgo biloba with warfarin increases the client's risk of bleeding.Therefore,the client should be monitored first for bruising or bleeding associated with use of this combination.Ginkgo biloba is purported to reduce memory problems and dementia and has vasodilator properties,but these uses cannot be supported if the client is on an anticoagulant for the heart valve replacement.Garlic would not be a safer choice because it can act as an antiplatelet agent and would increase the risk of bleeding with warfarin (Coumadin).

Question 6

For which client does the nurse arrange animal-assisted therapy?&#10;A) Middle-aged adult in a psychiatric facility with a history of schizophrenia&#10;B) Older adult client with end-stage lung cancer in hospice care&#10;C) Older adult client in a nursing home who is unresponsive&#10;D) Adolescent in a drug treatment facility with a history of violent outbursts

Accepted Answer

A client in hospice care may benefit from animal-assisted therapy because this type of therapy may decrease stress.A client in a psychiatric facility who has schizophrenia may not yet be stable enough to experience this type of therapy.A client who is unresponsive and is not interacting with the environment is not likely to benefit from this therapy.A client who is prone to violent outbursts would not be able to benefit from this type of therapy.

Question 7

During an initial health assessment interview,the nurse learns that the client is taking warfarin (Coumadin)for a history of deep vein thrombosis.Later,the client admits to taking several herbal preparations as well.Which herbal preparations would the nurse caution the client to avoid?

A) Ginkgo biloba
B) Garlic
C) Ginseng
D) Zinc
E) St. John's wort

Accepted Answer

Ginkgo biloba may increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin.Garlic and ginseng have been found to affect the international normalized ratio (INR).

Question 8

Which complementary or alternative therapy would the nurse recommend to a client with &#34;stiff joints&#34; to improve mobility?&#10;A) Imagery&#10;B) Animal-assisted therapy&#10;C) Tai Chi&#10;D) Aromatherapy

Accepted Answer

Tai Chi is an active holistic therapy that integrates body movements,concentration,muscle relaxation,and breathing to improve body function,such as flexibility and posture.Imagery has been used successfully to reduce pain,nausea and vomiting,and anxiety.Animal-assisted therapy generally is used with clients who need to improve motor skills or the ability to concentrate.Aromatherapy uses essential oils to achieve relaxation,improve concentration,and ease depression.

Question 9

A client tells the nurse that he or she is considering using herbal supplements.What is the nurse's best response?&#10;A) &#34;Herbs are not classified as drugs in the United States, so there is no contraindication to using them.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;Herbs have pharmacologic effects on the body and can interact with some prescription medications.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;It is never permissible to use herbal supplements with prescription medications.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;I will refer you to an herbalist, who can help you decide which medications you can take.&#34;

Accepted Answer

Although herbs are not classified as drugs,they do possess pharmacologic properties.In caring for a client,the nurse should inquire whether the client takes herbal preparations and,if so,for what purpose.Many herbal preparations have not been adequately studied,and some can interact with prescription medications,causing toxic effects.The nurse should not refer the client to an herbalist.The client should be instructed that there are contraindications to herbal usage,but that herbs can be used with prescription medications,depending on the medication,the herbal substance,and the condition of the client.

Question 10

The nurse has designed a treatment plan that includes the use of massage.Which intervention will the nurse implement first?&#10;A) Assess the client to determine the most effective type of massage technique to use.&#10;B) Inspect the skin over the tissue to be massaged to ensure that it is not infected or bruised.&#10;C) Determine whether a licensed therapist will be needed to carry out the massage technique&#10;D) Obtain permission from the client to implement this type of technique.

Accepted Answer

Permission to use the procedure must be obtained from the client before any of the other interventions can be implemented.

Question 11

A client is anxious about having a dressing change.Which statement indicates that the nurse is promoting appropriate complementary therapy?&#10;A) &#34;I'll call the doctor and ask for a larger dose of pain medication before the dressing change.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;As we begin the next dressing change, I want you to think of a beautiful, calm place where you feel happy and peaceful.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;I'll get another nurse to stay in the room with us during the dressing change so that you have a hand to hold during the procedure.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;Are you familiar with acupuncture? It's a very effective technique.&#34;

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Question 12

A client scheduled for surgery has been taking garlic supplements.Which action is most important for the nurse to take?&#10;A) No action is necessary because the herbal agent is harmless.&#10;B) Notify the charge nurse that the client has been taking garlic.&#10;C) Note the information on the client's record and place in the chart.&#10;D) Notify the surgeon that the client has been taking garlic capsules.

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Question 13

A nurse is assisting a client in preparing for surgery by using progressive muscle relaxation.Which rationale best supports the use of this therapy at this time?&#10;A) It rebalances or repatterns a person's energy field.&#10;B) It improves flexibility and assists with positioning during surgery.&#10;C) It applies pressure, releasing congestion and promoting energy flow.&#10;D) It uses intentional tensing and releasing of successive muscle groups.

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Question 14

The nurse is working in the community and completes home visits with older adult clients.Which statement by a client demonstrates a need for further instruction about the use of complementary and alternative therapies?

A) "My doctor monitors my kidney function since I started taking calcium."
B) "I always talk to my doctor first before starting an herbal preparation."
C) "I heard that St. John's wort is good for any type of depression."
D) "I may start a Tai Chi program to help with my mobility and lift my spirits."

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Question 15

A client is experiencing nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy.Which alternative or complementary therapy would be best for the nurse to explore with the client?&#10;A) Meditation&#10;B) Imagery&#10;C) Yoga&#10;D) Music therapy

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Question 16

Which statement indicates that the nurse understands the risks associated with herbal preparations?&#10;A) Herbs are guaranteed to be safe and effective but are not necessarily natural.&#10;B) Herbs require a different type of prescription than is required for standard prescribed medications.&#10;C) Herbs are not classified as drugs and are regulated less strictly by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).&#10;D) Herbs are guaranteed to be all natural and of high quality but are not necessarily effective.

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Question 17

Which statement indicates that the client needs further teaching about complementary therapy?&#10;A) &#34;I've decided to use herb therapy for cancer treatment, so I can cancel my radiation treatments.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;I'm hoping that massage therapy will help reduce the amount of pain medication I use for my myalgia.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;I think it helps me get better faster when I picture the drugs punching out the germs in my body.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;I intend to pray about my cancer treatment several times a day. It makes me feel so much better.&#34;

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Question 18

The nurse wishes to learn more about the client's use of natural products and their effectiveness.The nurse consults the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine because it is known that this center serves which function?

A) Educates health professionals about complementary therapies
B) Educates new mothers on the benefits of massage
C) Engages in fundraising to offset client expenses with medical care
D) Provides a scholarship for a student to study naturopathy

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Question 19

Which teaching strategy is appropriate for a client who wishes to use mind-body complementary therapy to supplement traditional treatment for cancer?&#10;A) Instruct the client to make a follow-up appointment with the health care provider after using mind-body treatments to assess the client's response to treatment.&#10;B) Instruct the client never to use alternative or complementary treatments for serious illnesses.&#10;C) Explain to the client that physicians and nurses are not prepared to recommend and monitor alternative treatments.&#10;D) Explain to the client that physicians and nurses do not incorporate such treatments into their practice.

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Question 20

The client has been diagnosed with cancer and is experiencing depression and insomnia as side effects of chemotherapy.The client tells the nurse that she has been supplementing her antidepressant medication with lavender oil and sandalwood but they aren't working.Which statement by the nurse is the best response?

A) "Tell me more about exactly what you are taking, how much you take, and when you take the antidepressants and use the oils."
B) "Perhaps you're not using enough of the oil or are using it incorrectly."
C) I'll speak with your doctor to get you some medication that you can take while continuing the aromatherapy."
D) "You don't want your doctor to put you on sleeping pills and antidepressants. Keep using them."

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Question 21

The nurse wishes to start music therapy with an older adult client who has high anxiety and hypertension.What essential elements should be considered when music is used with this client?&#10;A) Assess the client's preferences in choice of music.&#10;B) Use fast tempo music to energize and motivate the client.&#10;C) Consider rap music to provide diversion.&#10;D) Consider live or recorded music such as music performed on a harp.&#10;E) Consider generation-specific music.

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