After reading a magazine article on complementary medicine methods, a teenager diagnosed with cancer asks the nurse about the possibility of adding CAM to the medical treatment plan. The nurse would explain to the child that prior to deciding on a CAM method, the adolescent must discuss:

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The safety of the chosen CAM modality must be discussed with the primary physician as it is important to ensure that it does not conflict with the ongoing medical treatment plan. This will help the patient to make an informed decision about adding CAM to their treatment plan. While cost and availability may be important factors to consider, they are secondary to ensuring the safety and efficacy of the chosen CAM method. Discussions about alternative CAM methods may be helpful as well, but the primary focus should be on safety concerns.

After Reading a Magazine Article on Complementary Medicine Methods, a Teenager