Chapter 32 Study Guide

What are the three principles of homeopathy?

1. Like cures like 2. The greater the dilution fo the remedy, the greater its potency 3. Illness is specific to the individual

What are the two main categories of complementary therapies classified by NCCIH?

1. Mind and body interventions 2. Natural products

A logical choice of a complementary therapy for a person who has difficulty expressing her feelings might be: 1. Acupuncture 2. Reiki therapy 3. Relaxion therapy 4. Art therapy

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An herb once commonly used in weight loss preparations and now banned by the FDA is: 1. Valerian 2. Gingseng 3. Ginger 4. Ephedra

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Your patient asks you what phytotherapy means. You respond that it refers to: 1. Plant, animal or mineral substances given in small amounts to diminish symptoms. 2. Plant-based prescription drugs used to treat allergies. 3. Homemade remedies handed down from generation to generation. 4. Herbs compounded into medicines

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An example of a therapy that involves manipulation of the spine is: a. massage therapy b . Reiki c. chiropractic therapy d. yoga

c. chiropractic therapy

An example of a mind-body intervention is: a. chiropractic therapy b. Reiki c. yoga d. aromatherapy

c. yoga

Which of the following is considered a safe and effective herb? a. Comfrey b. Sassafras c. Pokeroot d. Feverfew

d. Feverfew

The research showing the effectiveness of biofield therapy is largely _______________________ or _____________________________.

historical; anecdotal

It is important to know whether a patient is using herbal therapies because: 1. Certain herbs can interact adverselly with prescription drugs. 2. Herbs block the action of most prescription drugs. 3. Herbs often cause odd side effects that may mimic disease. 4. No one should take herbs while ill.

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What are some types of mind-body therapies?

1. Acupuncture 2. Yoga 3. chiropractic and osteopathic manipulation 4. Biofield therapies

What has yoga been effective for?

1. Regulating blood pressure and heart rate 2. Increasing circulation 3. Aiding digestion 4. Healing chronic back pain 5. Helping with other disorders

A patient who takes several herbs and supplements is scheduled for surgery in 2 weeks. The nurse should advise discontinuing: (Select all that apply) 1. Kava 2. Garlic 3. Ginseng 4. Omega-3 fatty acids 5. Ibuprofen

2, 4, 5

Chriopractic therapy: (Select all that apply) 1. Is rarey covered by insurance. 2. Is usually used in combination with pain relieving medications 3. Uses spinal manipulation to relieve pain and restore function. 4. May be combined with exercise, ice, heat, and electrical stimulation massage. 5. Is typically combined with medications to enhance its effectiveness.

3, 4

What is Qi Gong?

A form of Chinese exercise-stimulation therapy that seeks to improve health by redirecting mental focus, controlling breathing, improving coordination, and promoting relaxation.

What is naturopathic medicine?

A philosophy directed at the prevention of disease.

What is therapeutic touch?

A technique used to alter body energy fields to restore natural healing powers.

_________________________ is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine.

Acupuncture

What is yoga?

Ancient Hindu discipline for harmonizing the body, mind, and spirit

In American Indian medicine, what is used to treat ailing patients?

Healing herbs and ceremonies witha spiritual emphasis

What is biofeedback?

It is a technique that trains the patient to lessen symptoms by learning to control particular internal physiologic processes that normally occur involuntarily, such as heart rate or blood pressure.

What is acupressure?

It is similar to accupuncture, except it uses pressure points rather than needles, making it lower risk.

What is phytotherapy?

Plant therapy

What are complementary therapies?

Practices that are employed in conjunction with conventional medical treatment

What are alternative therapies?

Practices used in place of mainstream medicine

What is Reiki?

Practitioner acts as a conduit for healingenergy that is directed into the person's energy field or body.

What is the aim of mind-body therapies?

To enhance the mind's ability to affect the body

What does homeopathy teach?

That symptomsare signs of the body's effort to get rid of disease and that disease can be cured by giving small doses of substances that produce symptoms of the disease or disorder in a health person.

What is the purpose of biofield therapies?

They are supposed to affect energy fields that surround and penetrate the human body.

What is imagery?

Using a visual stimulus to produce a particular physiologic change that can decrease stress or promote healing.

Naturopathic medicine falls into which category of complementary and alternative therapies? a. Alternative medical systems b. Mind-body interventions c. Biologically based therapies d. Energy therapies

a. Alternative medical systems

Which of the following is an alternative medical system based on the opposition of polarities; the elements of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water; and the flow of energy in the body? a. Traditional Chinese medicine b. Homeopathic medicine c. Naturopathic medicine d. Shamanism

a. Traditional Chinese medicine

An example of a biologically based therapy is: a. herbal therapy b. hypnotherapy c. prayer d. biofeedback

a. herbal therapy

Homeopathic medicine is based on what belief? a. Medications prescribed by a doctor are best for the patient. b. Symptoms are a sign of the body's effort to rid itself of disease. c. Disharmony in the patient's connection with nature and the spirit world causes disease. d. Refocusing, conscious breathing, and body awareness create a state of altered consciousness.

b. Symptoms are a sign of the body's effort to rid itself of disease.

An appropriate role of a nurse is to: a. decide whether the patient should try using an alternative or complementary therapy. b . be knowledgeable about the various types of complementary and alternative therapies. c. determine how any treatments may be required. d. find out the cost of each treatment.

b. be knowledgeable about the various types of complementary and alternative therapies

Which type of therapy is used in place of mainstream medicine? a. Complementary b. Optional c. Alternative d. Integrated

c. Alternative

Which type of Chinese exercise-stimulation therapy emphasizes breathing and coordination? a. Tai Chi b. Judo c. Qi Gong d. Ayurveda

c. Qi Gong

Hypnotherapy has had moderate success in helping people _____________________ or ___________________________.

quit smoking; lose weight

Massage therapy uses __________________________ manipulation.

soft-tissue

Chiropractic uses manipulation of the _________________.

spine

Offering prayers to a higher power helps reduce ________________, promotes ________________, and may arrest ________________.

stress; healing; disease