HTW Chapter 17 Smartbook Questions
Debbi is going to a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for help with a health problem. Which of the following are types of treatment that the TCM practitioner may prescribe?
dietary modifications herbal medicines
Choosing to get an adequate amount of sleep each night in order to achieve high-level wellness is an example which of the following?
health promotion self-care
Self-care practices
include observing symptoms. are recommended by both conventional medicine and complementary therapies. include behaviors to treat or prevent illness.
Probiotics are generally used to treat which of the following diseases?
indigestion diarrhea
What is the coordinated use of conventional and complementary approaches to medical treatment called?
integrative medicine
Which medical approach may reduce health care spending in the United States in the future?
integrative medicine
Ayurvedic medicine
is considered a holistic practice. emphasizes balance among mind, body, and spirit. has been practiced for over 3,000 years.
Osteopathic physicians
manipulate bones and muscles to improve blood flow and aid healing. receive a medical education comparable to conventional physicians.
What are the three general categories of mind and body interventions?
manipulative and body-based therapies mind-body therapies energy therapies
Which of the following are dietary products used by complementary practitioners to treat an array of health problems?
metabolites enzymes vitamins
Historically, which of the following groups were most likely to be uninsured?
minority groups young adults poor people
Which of the following are Western alternative medical systems?
naturopathy homeopathy
What is complementary medicine?
non-mainstream practices used together with conventional medicine
What is the health system based on the belief that healing can be achieved by the manipulation of the musculoskeletal system and that is now a form of conventional medicine?
osteopathy
Which of the following is not an energy therapy?
osteopathy
What are microorganisms, such as yeast or bacteria, that are ingested in order to improve health called?
probiotics
Which of the following is an energy therapy in which practitioners use hand positions over a patient's body?
reiki
Manipulative and body-based therapies
require the hands of trained practitioners to achieve healing.
In 1998 Congress created the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (as of 2014, the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health) to do which of the following?
research the benefits of complementary and alternative medicine
Massage therapy is believed to encourage the body to do which of the following?
stimulate the release of natural painkillers
Complementary practices
take into account emotional and spiritual dimensions. individualize patient treatment. try to restore balance to the body.
What do mind and body medical practices contend?
techniques that enhance stress management can treat coronary heart disease the mind can promote or detract from physical well-being patterns of thinking can influence the immune and cardiovascular systems
Which of the following are principles of homeopathy?
the law of similars prescribing for the individual minimal dose
What is acupressure?
a treatment involving the use of pressure at certain points of the body to stimulate the flow of qi
Which of the following refers to practices that are used in place of conventional medicine?
alternative medicine
Herbal medicines, or botanicals,
are an essential part of most traditional medicine systems.
Complementary medical practitioners
believe that the body is able to heal itself.
Which of the following statements about the media and health are accurate?
Advertisements help shape society's views of health and illness. The media spreads information (some accurate, some not) about health and health care.
Which of the following statements are true concerning chiropractic medicine?
Chiropractic medicine is licensed in all fifty states of the United States. Many health insurance plans cover chiropractic treatment.
What health system is characterized by the belief that most illnesses are caused by a misalignment, displacement, or dislocation of vertebrae in the spine?
chiropractic medicine
What is the dominant health care system of the United States and Europe called?
conventional medicine
______ is the relatively new practice of marketing prescription drugs directly to consumers.
Direct-to-consumer advertising
____________ _____________, also known as botanicals, include a vast array of products derived from plants and other natural substances.
Herbal medicines
______ is a medical system based on a set of principles developed by Samuel Hahnemann in the 19th century; principles include the law of similars and the minimal dose.
Homeopathy
According to traditional Chinese medicine, which of the following is true?
Illness occurs as a result of the disruption of qi.
Where did Ayurvedic medicine originate from?
India
Which of the following statements are true about health insurance?
Insurance status plays a major role in access to health care. The poor have historically had high rates of being uninsured.
Which of the following statements about t'ai chi are correct?
It began as a martial art in China. It involves slow, fluid movements and meditative poses.
Which of the following are true concerning t'ai chi?
It has been shown in some studies to improve physical functioning for older adults. It is considered safe for most people.
Which of the following statements accurately describes acupuncture?
It uses thin needles to open blockages and restore the flow of qi.
Where was reiki developed?
Japan
In ______, illnesses can be caused by trauma, witchcraft, and ghosts, among other external causes.
Native American medicine
Which of the following are considered alternative medical systems?
Native American medicine traditional Chinese medicine
Which of the following is true of energy therapies?
Some forms, such as light therapy, are accepted and incorporated into conventional medicine.
What is the main principle of naturopathy?
The body has the ability to cure itself.
Which of the following statements are true concerning naturopathy?
The role of the doctor is seen primarily as being a teacher. Detoxification is used to reduce environmental toxins in the body.
Which of the following statements are true of massage therapy?
There are dozens of different types of massage. Massage therapy involves applying pressure to the skin and muscles. Aromatherapy or heated stones are commonly used with massage techniques.
True or false: Most natural products can be bought without a prescription.
True
Conventional medicine is also referred to as ______ medicine.
Western
Which of the following statements are true about evaluating choices for complementary therapy available to you?
You should be cautious of commercial websites promoting products or services. You should educate yourself and make informed choices. You should be aware of possible dangerous interactions between complementary treatment and prescription drugs you take.
What is integrative medicine?
a coordinated combination of non-mainstream and conventional medicine
The NCCIH recommends that your first step in evaluating complementary and integrative therapies for treatment should be
to ask your health care provider for advice.
Both acupuncture and acupressure are used in which alternative medical system?
traditional Chinese medicine
What are purposes of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health?
train researchers to explore complementary and integrative healing practices. research complementary and integrative healing practices distribute official information about complementary and integrative healing practices
Native American medicine
varies from group to group, with some shared features. deals with the relationship between people and the natural environment. merges healing and spirituality.
Which of the following are types of mind-body therapy?
yoga prayer
