Exam 12: Complementary and Alternative Therapies

Aclient who develops frequent upper respiratory infections (URIs) asks the nurse whether any herbal therapies might help. Which of the following should the nurse discuss with this client?

The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing extreme postoperative nausea. Which of the following therapies should the nurse recommend for this client?

Aclient who has nausea associated with chemotherapy asks the nurse whether there are any complementary and alternative therapies that might be effective. Which of the following should the nurse discuss with this client?

Aclient with chronic headaches seeks treatment from a nurse trained in therapeutic touch (TT). Which of the following will the nurse perform during the TT session?

Which of the following terms is used to describe the study of health as related to a connection between a deity and the human body?

Which of the following actions if implemented by the nurse indicates that further education about complementary and alternative therapy is required?

Which of the following data obtained by the nurse during the preoperative assessment of a client requires further assessment?

Aclient who uses multiple herbal products is scheduled to undergo knee replacement surgery. The nurse informs the client that herbs that should be discontinued at least 2-3 weeks before surgery include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following information should the nurse include when discussing the use of herbal remedies with a client who uses a variety of herbs for health maintenance?

Which of the following information obtained by the nurse when admitting a client with osteoarthritis may indicate a need for client teaching?

Which of these complementary and alternative therapies should the nurse suggest to a client who has elevated triglyceride levels?