Question 1

The concept that the whole body can be reduced to its component parts-that the whole is not greater than the sum of its parts-is known as a(n)________ way of thinking.

Accepted Answer

reductionist

Question 2

Complementary health mind and body practices include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   biofeedback.
B)   deep breathing.
C)   yoga.
D)   dietary supplements. D

Question 3

Herbal medicines are regulated under the

Accepted Answer

A)   Food and Drug Administration.
B)   Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act.
C)   Centers for Disease Control.
D)   Herbal Medicine Act. B

Question 4

The concept of ________ involves actions you take on behalf of your own health; it includes observing your own symptoms,gathering information and advice,making an informed decision,and then either treating yourself or seeking professional care.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The concept of ________ involves actions you...

Question 5

The burden of proving that a dietary or herbal supplement is not safe falls on the public and the

Accepted Answer

A)   Food and Drug Administration.
B)   Centers for Disease Control.
C)   Herbal Medicine Office.
D)   Department of Health and Human Services.

Question 6

Hypnosis is the use of intentional relaxation and focusing exercises to produce an altered state of consciousness (a trance-like state)in which a person is more responsive to suggestion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The most frequently reported reason for using complementary medicine is to treat ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The most frequently reported reason for using...

Question 8

Which of the following health practices is often assumed by users to be safe because is it "natural," and yet this practice can have powerful effects,sometimes adverse ones,and safety can be a major concern?

Accepted Answer

A)   hypnosis
B)   biofeedback
C)   acupuncture
D)   herbal remedy

Question 9

A(n)________ medical system is a comprehensive group of practices based on a common philosophy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)________ medical system is a comprehensive group...

Question 10

Important factors to consider when making a health care decision include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   the efficacy of the treatment.
B)   the cost of the treatment.
C)   the qualifications of the health provider.
D)   direct-to-consumer advertising.

Question 11

Of the following industrialized countries,which has the highest health care spending?

Accepted Answer

A)   United States
B)   Norway
C)   Germany
D)   Japan

Question 12

Which of the following is a treatment in which long,thin needles are inserted at certain points in the skin to stimulate the flow of qi?

Accepted Answer

A)   biofeedback
B)   homeopathy
C)   acupressure
D)   acupuncture

Question 13

The most frequently reported disease or condition for which complementary medicine is used is back pain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Naturopathic medicine often involves a physical exam and various tests,one of which may be ________,the practice of studying the iris,or colored section of the eye,to determine health and illness.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Naturopathic medicine often involves a physical exam...

Question 15

Complementary health practices are more commonly used by people with higher income levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Advertisements for medical products that are targeted toward the consumer are ________ advertisements,in contrast to advertisements for medical products that are targeted toward the physician or other health provider.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Advertisements for medical products that are targeted...

Question 17

Before receiving acupuncture treatment,make sure the needles to be used are ________ and disposable.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Before receiving acupuncture treatment,make sure the needles...

Question 18

Most patients receiving complementary or alternative medical care continue to receive conventional care.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following medical systems is based upon a common thread between the integral relationship of humans with one another,the natural environment,and the spiritual world?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ayurveda
B)   homeopathy
C)   traditional Chinese medicine
D)   Native American medicine

Question 20

The coordinated combination of non-mainstream and conventional medicine is called

Accepted Answer

A)   homeopathic medicine.
B)   herbal medicine.
C)   traditional Chinese medicine.
D)   integrative medicine.

Exam 17: Complementary and Integrative Medicine

The concept that the whole body can be reduced to its component parts-that the whole is not greater than the sum of its parts-is known as a(n)________ way of thinking.

Complementary health mind and body practices include all of the following EXCEPT

Herbal medicines are regulated under the

The concept of ________ involves actions you take on behalf of your own health; it includes observing your own symptoms,gathering information and advice,making an informed decision,and then either treating yourself or seeking professional care.

The burden of proving that a dietary or herbal supplement is not safe falls on the public and the

Hypnosis is the use of intentional relaxation and focusing exercises to produce an altered state of consciousness (a trance-like state)in which a person is more responsive to suggestion.

The most frequently reported reason for using complementary medicine is to treat ________.

Which of the following health practices is often assumed by users to be safe because is it "natural," and yet this practice can have powerful effects,sometimes adverse ones,and safety can be a major concern?

A(n)________ medical system is a comprehensive group of practices based on a common philosophy.

Important factors to consider when making a health care decision include all of the following EXCEPT

Of the following industrialized countries,which has the highest health care spending?

Which of the following is a treatment in which long,thin needles are inserted at certain points in the skin to stimulate the flow of qi?

The most frequently reported disease or condition for which complementary medicine is used is back pain.

Naturopathic medicine often involves a physical exam and various tests,one of which may be ________,the practice of studying the iris,or colored section of the eye,to determine health and illness.

Complementary health practices are more commonly used by people with higher income levels.

Advertisements for medical products that are targeted toward the consumer are ________ advertisements,in contrast to advertisements for medical products that are targeted toward the physician or other health provider.

Before receiving acupuncture treatment,make sure the needles to be used are ________ and disposable.

Most patients receiving complementary or alternative medical care continue to receive conventional care.

Which of the following medical systems is based upon a common thread between the integral relationship of humans with one another,the natural environment,and the spiritual world?

The coordinated combination of non-mainstream and conventional medicine is called