Exam 35: Integrative Care

A patient says,"I have taken megadoses of vitamin E for 3 months to improve my circulation,but I think I feel worse." Which action should the nurse take first?

An immigrant from China needs a colonic resection but is anxious and reluctant about surgery.This patient usually follows traditional Chinese health practices.Which comment by the nurse would most likely reduce the patient's anxiety and reluctance?

A patient in good health and without any major health needs says,"I want to try some nutritional supplements I read about on the Internet." What information would be appropriate for the nurse to include in a response? Select all that apply.

A patient with a history of asthma says,"I've been very nervous lately.I think aromatherapy will help.I am ordering $250 worth of oils from an Internet site that promised swift results." Select the nurse's best action.

A patient shows a nurse this advertisement: "Our product is a scientific breakthrough helpful for depression,anxiety,and sleeplessness.Made from an ancient formula,it stimulates circulation and excretes toxins.Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back." Select the nurse's best response.

For which patient would it be most important for the nurse to urge immediate discontinuation of kava? A patient with a comorbid diagnosis of:

A patient wants to learn more about integrative therapies.Which resource should the nurse suggest for the most reliable information?

A patient diagnosed with depression tells the nurse,"I want to try supplementing my selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with St.John's wort." Which action should the nurse take first?