Deck 14: Complementary and Alternative Strategies

Question 1

A nurse has completed an educational session about touch therapy with a group of adults.Which of the following statements made by an individual would demonstrate understanding of this topic?

A)"Shiatsu is one of the more popular forms of touch therapy."
B)"Touch therapy is effective because deep massage relaxes muscles."
C)"During touch therapy the therapist's hands may not actually touch me."
D)"Both statements A and B demonstrate correct understanding."

Answer 1

"During touch therapy the therapist's hands may not actually touch me."

Question 2

A nurse is discussing holistic health care with an individual.Which of the following explanations should the nurse include in this discussion?

A)Empirical research has consistently demonstrated the value of alternative/complementary therapy.
B)Many herbal remedies have side effects and drug interactions.
C)CAM providers must meet required training, testing, and continuing education to practice.
D)FDA requires proof of efficacy and safety for dietary supplements.

Answer 2

Many herbal remedies have side effects and drug interactions.

Question 3

A person wishes to participate in a therapy involving energy utilization and dietary design.Which of the following therapies would the nurse recommend to the person?

A)Polarity therapy
B)Reiki
C)Qi gong
D)Pranic healing

Answer 3

Polarity therapy

Question 4

The nurse is asked to explain acupuncture to a person.Which of the following statements concerning acupuncture would the nurse include in the explanation?

A)Acupuncture lacks empirical evidence of efficacy; thus is rarely covered by insurance.
B)Acupuncture manipulates life energy or chi.
C)Acupuncture focuses on meridians which are defined as points of diseased tissue.
D)Moxibustion is the term used to describe a disturbed energy flow, which results in disease.

Question 5

In contrast to holistic health care, Western or allopathic medicine focuses on the

A)mind-body connection.
B)impact of family relationships on health-seeking behaviors.
C)symptoms and disease.
D)environmental impact on health.

Question 6

A person asks the nurse to explain the difference between acupuncture and acupressure.Which statement would be the appropriate response by the nurse?

A)Acupressure uses massage and oil aromatherapy to stimulate meridian points.
B)Acupuncture but not acupressure has been shown to relieve nausea and vomiting.
C)Acupressure stimulates meridian points via pressing and stretching movements.
D)Acupressure is achieved by applying more pressure to the fine needles inserted as part of acupuncture.

Question 7

The nurse has just discussed reflexology with an individual.Which of the following statements made by the individual would demonstrate that learning has taken place?

A)Reflexology uses upper back massage to control tension and stress.
B)Reflexology uses the body's natural reflexes to optimize positive energy flow.
C)Reflexology uses pressure applied to hand and foot areas to relieve tension.
D)Reflexology uses massaging and stretching motions to the lower legs and feet to restore a positive energy flow.

Question 8

A nurse is performing therapeutic touch with a person.Which of the following would be the first action that the nurse would take?

A)Centering
B)Movement of hands above the body
C)Treatment technique
D)Attunement

Question 9

Which of the following statements best defines the concept of holistic nursing care?

A)Holistic nursing care is a family-centered approach to care.
B)Holistic nursing care relies primarily on alternative medicine.
C)Holistic nursing care takes into consideration all aspects of a person's life.
D)Holistic nursing care focuses on wellness rather than illness.

Question 10

A nurse is teaching a person about the technique of breath meditation.Which of the following aspects of this technique should the nurse stress to the person?

A)Hold your breath for short amounts of time in order to regulate your breathing pattern.
B)Focus on calming thoughts that come to mind during the meditation.
C)Practice this technique when sitting and when walking.
D)Concentrate on the breath.

Question 11

A nurse would like to include holistic nursing care in her nursing practice.Which of the following actions would be recommended for the nurse as first step?

A)Learn the specific therapy method.
B)Engage in self-exploration to gain insight and balance.
C)Explore the various types of complementary therapies available.
D)Ask the person which type of therapy he or she prefers.

Question 12

Which of the following complementary/alternative therapies involves emphasizing healthy lifestyle, strengthening and cleansing the body, and noninvasive treatments?

A)Homeopathy
B)Naturopathy
C)Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)
D)Ayurvedic medicine

Question 13

The nurse is teaching imagery as a method to reduce anxiety in preoperative individuals.Which of the following aspects should the nurse stress when teaching this technique?

A)The benefits of guided imagery are primarily psychological.
B)This technique promotes a sense of well-being.
C)A "prayer circle" is needed for imagery to be most effective.
D)Imagery has not been scientifically studied.

Question 14

The nurse is assisting an individual who is interested in music therapy.Which of the following statements made by the person indicates an understanding of this type of therapy?

A)"I will select the music carefully.Energetic or rap music is not a good choice."
B)"Studies have shown that music therapy affects vital signs especially heart rate."
C)"Chants, nature sounds, or "spa music" are generally the preferred choices."
D)"Music has been shown to decrease pain perception in the hospital."

Question 15

A nurse is instructing a person on the use of breath meditation.Which of the following instructions would the nurse give the person?

A)"You may use this form of meditation when walking down the street."
B)"The best time of day to engage in this form of meditation is while you are doing chores."
C)"Watching the sunset and reflecting on its beauty is a great way to use breath meditation."
D)"It is important to observe your breathing when using this technique."

Question 16

An individual asks the nurse to explain yoga.Which of the following statements would be made by the nurse?

A)There have not been studies involving yoga but care recipients speak favorably of the practice.
B)Yoga, while largely beneficial, is decreasing in popularity as other CAMs emerge.
C)A major benefit of yoga is an increase in flexibility.
D)All of the above statements are correct.

Question 17

A nurse is discussing aromatherapy at a community health fair.Which of the following aspects of this technique should be stressed?

A)Aromatherapy can be used by individuals without special training.
B)Aromatherapy requires that the care recipient have an acute sense of smell to be effective.
C)Aromatherapy uses herbal scents in candles or incense as the primary method of delivery.
D)Oils used in aroma therapy carry specific warnings and have contraindications.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is correct concerning energy therapy?

A)One of the goals of energy therapy is to reduce blockages.
B)Body energy is strongly suspected but not yet documented.
C)Seasonal affective disorder has been successfully treated with laser energy.
D)All of the above statements are correct.

Question 19

Which of the following states is correct concerning Qi gong?

A)It is one of the several forms of yoga.
B)It is a movement therapy.
C)It is a form of energy therapy to balance life energy.
D)It originated as a Chinese martial art form.

Question 20

The nurse is conducting a community health-education program concerning alternative/complementary therapies.Which of the following should be included in the presentation?

A)Alternative/complementary therapy is primarily used when conventional medicine has failed to achieve desired results.
B)Alternative/complementary therapy is used in both hospital and outpatient settings.
C)Alternative/complementary therapy was popular in the late 1980s but is rarely used today.
D)Alternative/complementary therapy primarily focuses on herbal remedies for common health deviations.

Question 21

A nurse is caring for a Hispanic individual.Which question should the nurse ask the person during the assessment process?

A)"How many herbal medicines do you take?"
B)"You cannot use any herbal products in the hospital.Did you bring any?"
C)"Interactions between herbal products and medications can be very dangerous.Which ones do you use?
D)"Tell me how you treat your asthma at home.What treatments work especially well for you?"

Question 22

The nurse has formulated a nursing diagnosis for a person with carpal tunnel syndrome of "Energy Field Disturbance r/t Slowing or Blocking of Energy Flow Secondary to Repetitive Motion Injury." Which of the following actions must the nurse take first when planning interventions for this person?

A)Move his or her hands over the person.
B)Obtain permission to use healing touch therapy.
C)Explain healing touch therapy.
D)Focus on the area of disturbed energy flow.

Question 23

A 66-year-old woman with osteoarthritis of the knees and hands tells the nurse she is interested in movement therapy.Which of the following would be the most appropriate for the nurse to suggest to this person? (Select all that apply.)

A)Tai Chi
B)Hatha yoga
C)Qi gong
D)Dance therapy

Question 24

Which of the following describes a nurse who is "being with" the care recipient?

A)Answers a call bell promptly
B)Completes a dressing change with minimal discomfort to patient
C)Silently prays with a client when requested to do so
D)Teaches a client about his or her medication regime

Question 25

Which of the following people are participating in alternative/complementary therapies? (Select all that apply.)

A)A 15-year-old who listens to rap music to lessen anxiety from a painful dressing change
B)A 45-year-old who burns lavender-scented candles while meditating
C)A 10-year-old who uses prayer during his mother's hospitalization
D)A 78-year-old who practices yoga to increase balance

Question 26

During an alternative therapy conference, a nurse attends a session related to massage therapy.Which of the following statements made by the presenter should the nurse question? (Select all that apply.)

A)"Qi gong is a form of traditional Chinese massage technique."
B)"Hippocrates referenced massage"
C)"Several massage techniques can be used, including kneading and rubbing the skin."
D)"Reiki combines massage therapy with energy balancing techniques."

Question 27

A nurse is providing education about safety precautions for people to take when using complementary/alternative medicine (CAM).Which of the following information would be included in this presentation?

A)Most treatments are covered by insurance.
B)The US Food and Drug Administration strictly regulates dietary supplements.
C)It is important to research and understand the treatment before starting to use it.
D)There are minimal interactions between allopathic and holistic treatments.