Question 1

A client with rheumatoid arthritis complains of soreness in his joints. Which of the following homeopathic remedies might the nurse recommend for this client?

Accepted Answer

A)  Arnica 
B)  Calendula 
C)  Nux vomica 
D)  Ignatia

Question 2

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

A)  "It is best to stick with allopathic medicine. 
B)  Complementary therapies are not available for your condition. 
C)  Complementary therapies are not covered by your insurance plan. 
D)  Complementary therapies are being used as an 'answer' to the problem of chronic illness.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Complementary therapies 
B)  Allopathic medicine 
C)  Integrative care 
D)  Holism

Question 4

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)  Eliminates cola drinks 
B)  Decreases refined sugar 
C)  Avoids foods with preservatives 
D)  Adopts a vegatarian diet 
E)  Substitutes aspartame for sugar

Question 5

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

A)  The wound is not approximated three days following surgery. 
B)  The client reports pain as a "6" on a 0 to 10 pain scale. 
C)  The client states that his anxiety following surgery has decreased. 
D)  The client's temperature has remained at or below 100.4ºF

Question 6

A nurse practitioner uses integrative care in his practice. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  He uses allopathic medicine to treat all clients. 
B)  He uses both allopathic medicine and CAT. 
C)  The nurse uses CAT, a physician-prescribed medication. 
D)  The nurse provides care for clients of all age groups.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A)  A human being is bilaterally symmetrical. 
B)  A human being is an open energy system. 
C)  Distractions of modern life interfere with healing agents. 
D)  Illness is an imbalance in an individual's energy field.

Question 8

A nurse practices holistic client care. Which of the following is a guiding principle of this practice?

Accepted Answer

A)  Holism is focused on reductionism. 
B)  All living organisms exist independently. 
C)  The body is the sum of its parts. 
D)  The body is a unified, dynamic whole.

Question 9

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

A)  It may raise blood pressure. 
B)  Avoid this herb if allergic to plants. 
C)  There is a possible sensitivity to light. 
D)  Use caution if taking aspirin.

Question 10

A nurse is conducting a health history and asks the client about use of complementary and alternative therapies (CAT) to treat her chronic headaches. What response would require further questions?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I practice meditation." 
B)  "I use relaxation to help me go to sleep." 
C)  "Each week, I have a total body massage." 
D)  "I take herbs to treat my headaches."

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Increasing numbers of acute conditions 
B)  Dissatisfaction with conventional medicine 
C)  Difficulty meeting rising health care costs 
D)  Growth of culturally diverse groups

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Consume more dairy products. 
B)  Use artificial sweeteners instead of sugar. 
C)  Drink diet sodas instead of regular sodas. 
D)  Reduce refined sugar intake.

Question 13

A nurse who is a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner is providing home care to a client who also uses traditional Chinese medicine for health care. What specific assessments would the nurse make?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tongue and pulses 
B)  Abdominal muscles and respirations 
C)  Muscle tone and cranial nerves 
D)  Vision and hearing

Question 14

What is the ultimate goal of increasing the parasympathetic system influence on the body through relaxation or meditation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Stimulate improved gastrointestinal function 
B)  Increase cardiac output and blood pressure 
C)  Facilitate respiratory function and cough 
D)  Reduce the effects of stress on the body

Question 15

A client inquires about the use of herbal therapy. Which statement by the nurse is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  "All herbs are equal in purity, so purchase the cheapest brand." 
B)  "Herbs can have side effects and can interact with prescription medications." 
C)  "Be sure to pay attention to the packaging's therapeutic and prevention information." 
D)  "It is best if you select a licensed herbalist as a practitioner."

Exam 27: Complementary and Alternative Therapies