A Client Diagnosed with Chronic Migraine Headaches Is Considering Acupuncture

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with chronic migraine headaches is considering acupuncture.The client asks a clinic nurse,"How does this treatment work?" Which is the best response by the nurse?

A) "Western medicine believes that acupuncture stimulates the body's release of pain-fighting chemicals called endorphins."
B) "I'm not sure why he suggested acupuncture.There are a lot of risks,including HIV."
C) "Acupuncture works by encouraging the body to increase its development of serotonin and norepinephrine."
D) "Your acupuncturist is your best resource for answering your specific questions."