When a patient asks a nurse to explain complementary and alternative (CAM) therapies,which fact should the nurse include?
A) Therapeutic touch is the chief CAM therapy used by advanced nurse practitioners.
B) It is important to check for the most recent research findings concerning the particular therapy being considered.
C) The therapies are generally harmless and can be tried with little risk of any adverse effects.
D) Medical practitioners understand human physiology and the affects of traditional treatment modalities on the patient, making them comfortable prescribing them.

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If a patient is considering a CAM therapy,the nurse should teach the patient the importance of checking on the safety and effectiveness of the therapy or treatment with the appropriate persons.

When a Patient Asks a Nurse to Explain Complementary and Alternative