Question 1

Which of the following patients does the nurse deduce is seeing an alternative medical practitioner?&#10;A) A patient who prevents and treats migraine headaches with acupuncture&#10;B) A patient who uses progressive relaxation to control the nausea of cancer chemotherapy&#10;C) A patient who supplements chiropractic manipulation for low back pain with muscle relaxants&#10;D) A patient who takes vitamin and mineral supplements as treatment for gastrointestinal malabsorption

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture is an alternative medical practice, and the patient preventing and treating migraine headaches with acupuncture suggests that they are seeing an alternative medical practitioner. The other options may involve conventional medical treatments, such as muscle relaxants and vitamin supplements.

Question 2

During a routine health examination,the patient tells the nurse that she uses a variety of herbal therapies to maintain her health.In discussing her use of herbs,what should the nurse caution the patient about?

A) Most herbs are toxic and carcinogenic and should be used only when proven effective.
B) Herbs are not any better than conventional drugs in maintaining health and may be more unsafe.
C) Herbs should be purchased only from manufacturers with a history of quality control of their products.
D) Because herbal therapies may mask the symptoms of serious disease,frequent medical evaluation is required during their use.

Accepted Answer

Herbs should be purchased from reputable manufacturers to ensure quality and safety, as the herbal supplement industry is not as strictly regulated as pharmaceuticals.

Question 3

Which of the following should the nurse assess to evaluate the effect of aromatherapy on a patient after surgery?&#10;A) Incision for signs of infection&#10;B) Intake and output&#10;C) Blood pressure and pulse&#10;D) Breath sounds

Accepted Answer

Aromatherapy is a non-invasive complementary therapy that has been used to alleviate postoperative symptoms such as pain, anxiety, and nausea. As such, assessing the patient's vitals such as blood pressure and pulse can help determine the effect of the therapy on the patient's overall well-being. While monitoring the incision for signs of infection and assessing intake and output are important postoperative assessments, they are not directly related to the effect of aromatherapy. Similarly, assessing breath sounds is important for patients with respiratory issues, but may not be relevant in assessing the efficacy of aromatherapy.

Question 4

Which of the following is a commonly used herb for treating nausea and vomiting during pregnancy?&#10;A) Aloe&#10;B) Ginger&#10;C) Kava&#10;D) Milk thistle

Accepted Answer

Ginger is a commonly used herb for treating nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It has been found to be safe and effective with few side effects. Aloe, kava, and milk thistle are not typically used for this purpose and may not be safe during pregnancy.

Question 5

A patient with chronic headaches seeks treatment from a nurse trained in therapeutic touch.What does the nurse explain to the patient that therapeutic touch involves?&#10;A) The use of the practitioner's hands to assess and redirect energy&#10;B) The forceful,passive movement of joints to restore structural and functional imbalances&#10;C) Application of pressure with the fingers at points on the body where energy is obstructed&#10;D) Manipulation of soft tissue and small joints that alters the length and tone of myofascial tissue

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic touch involves the use of the practitioner's hands to assess and redirect energy.

Question 6

Which of the following is true regarding healing touch?&#10;A) It has strong ties to religious beliefs.&#10;B) It is a physician-based program.&#10;C) It assists the patient to self-heal.&#10;D) The nurse determines its effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

Healing touch is a complementary therapy that aims to assist the patient in self-healing by balancing the patient's energy system. It is not tied to any particular religion or physician-based program. While nurses may use healing touch, its effectiveness is ultimately determined by the patient's response to the treatment.

Question 7

Which one of the following patients is most likely to use complementary and alternative therapies?&#10;A) A patient who is a vegetarian&#10;B) A patient who is of Asian heritage&#10;C) A patient who is an older adults with a chronic condition&#10;D) A patient who is pregnant

Accepted Answer

Older adults with chronic conditions are more likely to use complementary and alternative therapies.

Question 8

The nurse is using imagery as a technique for pain management with a patient who has rheumatoid arthritis.What should the nurse tell the patient to promote reinforcement of the image of a pleasant scene by the patient?

A) "Tell me what you hear,smell,or feel at this place."
B) "Place your pain in the image of a form you can destroy."
C) "Bring what you hear and sense in your present environment into your image of the scene."
D) "If your scene is distressing to you,continue its visualization until you can overcome the distress."

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Accepted Answer

Asking the patient to describe the sensory details of the pleasant scene helps to reinforce the image and keep the patient focused on the imagery, which can aid in pain management. Option B suggests personifying the pain, which may be helpful for some patients, but may not be appropriate or effective for all patients. Option C may distract the patient from the desired image and defeat the purpose of using imagery for pain management. Option D may cause more distress for the patient and is not a recommended technique for imagery.

Question 9

A patient always seems to develop an upper respiratory tract infection in the spring,and he asks if any herbal preparation is available that would help him.Which one of the following recommended herbs should the nurse suggest?

A) Comfrey
B) Echinacea
C) Ginkgo biloba
D) St.John's wort

Accepted Answer

Echinacea has been traditionally used for immune system support and may help prevent or alleviate upper respiratory tract infections. Comfrey is not typically used for respiratory issues, Ginkgo biloba is used for cognitive function and St. John's wort is used for depression and anxiety.

Question 10

A patient with high blood pressure asks the nurse about the use of fish oil supplements to help lower blood pressure.Which is the nurse's best response?&#10;A) &#34;Some evidence exists that fish oil supplements are helpful in treating hypertension.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;Fish oil supplements are helpful for treating rheumatoid arthritis.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;No clear evidence exists that fish oil supplements are helpful.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;Discuss the use of fish oil supplements with the hospital dietitian.&#34;

Accepted Answer

Fish oil supplements contain omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown in some studies to help lower blood pressure by reducing triglyceride levels and possibly offering anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory effects.

Question 11

A patient comes to an outpatient clinic and requests an acupuncturist for treatment of her asthma.In responding to the patient's request,what does the nurse recognize about the effect of acupuncture on asthma?

A) Asthma is a disorder that should not be treated with acupuncture because of the risk for respiratory complications.
B) Acupuncture needles stimulate or block specific superficial nerves that cause alterations in physiological function.
C) Research has indicated that asthma patients may benefit from the effects of acupuncture.
D) The patient must have a strong belief in the concepts of health and disease held by traditional Chinese medicine for treatment to be effective.

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Question 12

A patient tells the nurse that she has been taking melatonin every day.The nurse would ask questions about which of the following during assessment,to evaluate the effectiveness of this herb for its intended use?

A) Glucose levels
B) Sleep habits
C) Bruising or bleeding tendencies
D) Bowel habits

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Question 13

Which of the following is used to gently lift and knead the muscle?&#10;A) Simple massage&#10;B) Effleurage&#10;C) P&#233;trissage&#10;D) Circular massage

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Question 14

Which therapy is appropriate for the nurse to suggest for a patient with fibromyalgia?&#10;A) Acupuncture&#10;B) Aromatherapy&#10;C) Magnetic therapy&#10;D) Therapeutic touch

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Deck 12: Complementary and Alternative Therapies