Question 1

The imbalance of which of the following can by the result of stress, lifestyle, and improper diet?

Accepted Answer

Doshas, which refer to the three elements (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) in Ayurveda, can become imbalanced due to stress, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and improper diet. This imbalance can lead to various physical and mental health issues. Qi, Chakras, and Aura, on the other hand, belong to different healing systems and may not necessarily be affected by stress, lifestyle, and diet.

Question 2

The nurse caring for a Native American client plans care understanding that one belief of Native American healing practices is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Healing takes time is a belief in Native American healing practices, as they believe that the journey to healing involves spiritual, emotional, and physical elements that cannot be rushed.

Question 3

A woman age 35 years with a chronic disorder tells her nurse that she would be interested in finding out about complementary therapies that are available. What would be the nurse's best response to this client?

Accepted Answer

Complementary therapies are increasingly recognized for their role in managing chronic illnesses by offering alternative or additional relief to conventional allopathic treatments. They can provide holistic care, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, which is why the nurse's best response is to acknowledge their use in chronic illness management.

Question 4

The client is postoperative. The nurse is practicing healing touch with the client. Which of the following would the nurse evaluate as an expected outcome of healing touch?

Accepted Answer

Healing touch is a complementary therapy that involves using touch to promote healing and relaxation. The expected outcome of healing touch includes decreasing anxiety and promoting relaxation. Therefore, the client stating that their anxiety following surgery has decreased would be the expected outcome of healing touch. The other options are not directly related to the expected outcomes of healing touch.

Question 5

There are four primary scientific principles for therapeutic touch. Which of the following is not one of these principles?

Accepted Answer

The three primary scientific principles for therapeutic touch are A) a human being is bilaterally symmetrical, B) a human being is an open energy system, and D) illness is an imbalance in an individual's energy field. The statement about distractions of modern life is not one of the primary scientific principles.

Question 6

A client informs a nurse practitioner that she takes the herb St. John's wort for symptoms of depression. The nurse recognizes herbal therapy as belonging to which complementary and alternative therapy (CAT) domain?

Accepted Answer

St. John's wort is an herb commonly used for its antidepressant effects, and therefore falls under the category of biologically based practices in complementary and alternative therapy.

Question 7

The nurse is slightly overweight and decides to take a holistic approach to losing weight. The nurse does which of the following? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A holistic approach means focusing on overall health and well-being rather than just weight loss. The nurse should eliminate cola drinks, decrease refined sugar, avoid foods with preservatives, and adopt a vegetarian diet to promote better health and weight control. Aspartame is a controversial artificial sweetener, and the nurse should consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes related to its use.

Question 8

A nurse is teaching a client about holistic approaches to food choices. Which of the following would the nurse recommend?

Accepted Answer

Holistic approaches to food choices focus on consuming whole, minimally processed foods that offer the most nutrients and health benefits. Refined sugar is a highly processed, empty calorie food that can lead to negative health outcomes such as inflammation and imbalanced blood sugar levels. Reducing refined sugar intake and instead consuming natural sources of sweetness such as fruit can promote overall health and wellness. Consuming more dairy products, using artificial sweeteners, and consuming diet sodas are not holistic approaches to food choices as they may contain additives or chemicals that may not benefit overall health.

Question 9

Which of the following complementary and alternative therapies is based on the "Law of Minimal Dose"?

Accepted Answer

Homeopathy is based on the "Law of Minimal Dose," which involves using highly diluted substances in order to stimulate the body's natural healing processes.

Question 10

A client is taking ginkgo to improve her memory. In the education plan regarding this herb, the nurse should include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Ginkgo has antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with aspirin or other blood-thinning medications. Therefore, caution should be exercised when taking both together. A, B, and C are not common side effects of ginkgo.

Question 11

Which of the following is considered a holistic approach to food choices?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding foods with preservatives is a holistic approach because it focuses on consuming more natural and less processed foods, which is a key principle of holistic nutrition.

Question 12

Which of the following is a theory and philosophy that focuses on connections and interactions between parts of the whole?

Accepted Answer

Holism is a theory and philosophy that emphasizes the interconnectedness and interactions between different parts of a whole. It considers the whole person, including physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects, as opposed to just treating individual symptoms or illnesses. Complementary therapies and integrative care may incorporate holistic principles, but they are not necessarily synonymous with the concept of holism. Allopathic medicine, on the other hand, tends to focus on treating specific diseases or symptoms with targeted interventions.

Question 13

The nurse is providing information about warfarin (Coumadin) to a client who takes herbal products. The nurse states, "Some herbs interfere with the effectiveness of warfarin. Do you take ...

Accepted Answer

Ginkgo biloba and turmeric are herbs known to interfere with the effectiveness of warfarin. Echinacea and goldenseal may also interfere with warfarin and should be avoided if possible. Therefore, the best choice of answer is C and D.

Question 14

Which of the following populations are more inclined to use CAT? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Women and former smokers are more inclined to use CAT.

Question 15

Which of the following would be the least consistent as a reason for the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)?

Accepted Answer

Increasing numbers of acute conditions would not be a consistent reason for the use of CAM, as CAM is often used for chronic conditions or as a preventative measure, rather than acute conditions.

Quiz 27: Complementary and Alternative Therapies