Question 1

Which is a guiding principle when using the wellness model of care in the delivery of complementary and alternative medicine to a patient?

Accepted Answer

The wellness model of care emphasizes a proactive approach to health, focusing on maintaining a healthy lifestyle to prevent illness and promote overall well-being.

Question 2

The nurse recognizes which of the following approaches the Whole Medical Systems/Alternative Medical Systems focuses on supporting health rather than healing disease?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

The nurse is preparing to administer a prescribed herbal product with a traditional antibiotic. What is the best resource for the nurse to consult before administering these prescribed therapies?

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

Which information noted in a patient's medical record causes the nurse to question a prescription for acupuncture?

Accepted Answer

Warfarin (Coumadin) is an anticoagulant that can increase the risk of bleeding. Acupuncture involves inserting needles into the skin, which can cause bleeding. Therefore, the nurse should question a prescription for acupuncture in a patient who is taking warfarin.

Question 5

In providing care to patients interested in using complementary and alternative therapies (CAM), the nurse recognizes that which action is most important to completing a holistic health assessment?

Accepted Answer

Asking the patient about their attitudes regarding CAM is crucial for a holistic health assessment, as it helps the nurse understand the patient's beliefs, preferences, and openness to integrating these therapies into their care plan.

Question 6

The nurse incorporates teaching about the potential benefits of herbal medicine for a patient with which gastrointestinal (GI) issue?

Accepted Answer

Herbal medicine is often used to help alleviate constipation by promoting bowel movements and improving digestive health.

Question 7

Which is a guiding principle when using the Recipient/Practitioner Partnership in the delivery of complementary and alternative medicine to a patient?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a relationship and building trust are fundamental to the Recipient/Practitioner Partnership model, as they foster a supportive environment that can enhance the healing process and instill hope in patients.

Question 8

The nurse needs to intervene if a patient prescribed massage therapy is currently taking which medication?

Accepted Answer

Warfarin is an anticoagulant that increases the risk of bleeding. Massage therapy can potentially cause bruising or bleeding in patients taking warfarin, necessitating caution or adjustment in their treatment plan.

Question 9

The nurse provides care to a patient who is interested in implementing naturopathy. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching regarding this complementary and alternative therapy?

Accepted Answer

Naturopathy is a form of alternative medicine that emphasizes natural and self-healing processes, including therapies such as botanicals, hydrotherapy, and massage. Native American practices, while potentially beneficial and holistic, are not specifically a part of naturopathy. This indicates a misunderstanding of what naturopathy encompasses.

Question 10

During a training session with other healthcare providers regarding complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), which term does the nurse use to describe the dominant healthcare system within the United States?

Accepted Answer

The dominant healthcare system within the United States is referred to as conventional medicine, which includes practices and treatments that are widely accepted and practiced by the mainstream medical community.

Question 11

Which is a guiding principle when using the Energy Paradigm in the delivery of complementary and alternative medicine to a patient?

Accepted Answer

The Energy Paradigm in complementary and alternative medicine often focuses on the concept of health as a state of harmony and balance within the body's energy systems.

Question 12

The nurse questions the use of massage as a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapy in the patient with which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Massage therapy is generally avoided over tumor sites due to the risk of spreading cancerous cells.

Question 13

When teaching about the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), which patient statement indicates to the nurse the need for additional education?

Accepted Answer

The statement "The goals of care for CAM and conventional medicine are very different" indicates a misunderstanding. Both CAM and conventional medicine can share similar goals, such as improving patient health and well-being, though their approaches and philosophies might differ.

Question 14

A patient is interested in exploring the use of a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) healthcare provider. Which patient statement indicates the need for further education regarding questions that should be asked of any CAM provider?

Accepted Answer

The statement "These providers are not licensed, so I need ask specific questions about their education" indicates a need for further education because many CAM providers are indeed licensed or certified in their fields (e.g., acupuncturists, chiropractors, naturopathic doctors). This misconception could lead to undervaluing the professional qualifications of CAM practitioners.

Question 15

The nurse recognizes that there is anecdotal evidence that supports the use of energy healing therapy in patients with which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Energy healing therapy has been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of asthma.

Question 16

Which patient statement indicates the need for further education regarding the benefits of using Energy Healing Therapies in the plan of care?

Accepted Answer

Energy Healing Therapies are generally associated with relaxation and stress reduction, which can lead to a decrease in blood pressure, not an increase. Therefore, the statement about increasing blood pressure indicates a misunderstanding.

Question 17

The nurse correlates changes in patterns and function in which area of the brain when a patient is being treated with a mind-body therapy for chronic pain?

Accepted Answer

The limbic system is involved in the emotional aspects of pain perception, and mind-body therapies aimed at chronic pain often target this area to modify the patient's emotional response to pain, thereby influencing their perception and experience of pain.

Question 18

Which patient condition requires the nurse to assess for physical limitations and mobility restrictions before including mind-body therapies in the plan of care?

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

The nurse trained in reflexology applies pressure to the great toe of a patient to address an illness in which body location?

Accepted Answer

In reflexology, the great toe is believed to correspond to the head and neck area, including the throat.

Question 20

The nurse provides care to a patient who is prescribed acupuncture as an alternative and complementary therapy. Which information noted in the medical record causes the nurse to question this prescription?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 12: Complementary and Alternative Care Initiatives