Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between complementary health approaches (CHAs) and integrative health (IH)?

Accepted Answer

CHAs are used together with conventional medical care, while IH refers to the coordinated combination of CHAs and conventional care.

Question 2

A patient asks about using herbal supplements for memory improvement. Which of the following should a nurse emphasize regarding herbal products in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Herbal products are regulated as dietary supplements, which means they are not required to be proven safe or effective before being sold.

Question 3

Which of the following is a key principle of holism in health care?

Accepted Answer

The mind, body, emotions, and spirit are interconnected, and changes in one part affect the whole.

Question 4

A nurse is caring for a patient who uses yoga for stress management. Which of the following benefits of yoga is supported by research?

Accepted Answer

Yoga promotes strength, flexibility, stress reduction, healthy activity habits, and sleep.

Question 5

Which of the following statements about the regulation and safety of CBD products is accurate?

Accepted Answer

CBD products sold online and OTC are not regulated by the FDA, and their purity and dosage may vary widely.

Question 6

A patient is interested in acupuncture for pain management. Which of the following best explains how acupuncture is believed to work according to traditional Chinese medicine?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture increases or decreases the flow of qi along meridians, restoring the balance of yin and yang.

Question 7

Which of the following is a reason why nurses need to be knowledgeable about complementary health approaches (CHAs)?

Accepted Answer

Patients and families increasingly expect nurses to provide information and guidance about CHAs.

Question 8

A patient reports using deep breathing exercises to manage anxiety. Which category of complementary health approaches does this therapy belong to according to NCCIH?

Accepted Answer

Mind–body practices

Question 9

Which of the following is a potential risk associated with the use of herbal supplements?

Accepted Answer

Herbal supplements may interact with prescription medications and cause harmful effects.

Question 10

A nurse is educating a patient about the use of medical cannabis. Which statement is most accurate regarding the legal status of cannabis products in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Cannabis products remain illegal under federal law, but state laws may permit medical or recreational use.

Question 11

Which of the following is a characteristic of homeopathic remedies?

Accepted Answer

Homeopathic remedies are often highly diluted, sometimes to the point where no molecules of the original substance remain.

Question 12

A patient is using fish oil supplements for health. According to the 2012 NHIS survey, which of the following statements is true about the use of natural products in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Fish oil and glucosamine/chondroitin were among the most commonly used natural products by adults.

Question 13

Which of the following is a recommended patient education strategy for safe use of dietary supplements?

Accepted Answer

Advise patients to check with a health care provider before using unproven or questionable products.

Question 14

A nurse is caring for a patient who uses therapeutic touch (TT). Which of the following scientific premises is NOT part of TT?

Accepted Answer

TT is based on the belief that the human body is a closed energy system.

Question 15

A patient is interested in using aromatherapy for insomnia. Which essential oil is commonly used in health care settings for this purpose?

Accepted Answer

Lavender

Question 16

Which of the following is a major theme in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)?

Accepted Answer

Health is achieved by balancing yin and yang energy within the body.

Question 17

A nurse is reviewing a patient's medication list and notes the use of ginkgo biloba. Which of the following drug interactions should the nurse be most concerned about?

Accepted Answer

Concurrent use with antiplatelet drugs and anticoagulants may increase bleeding risk.

Question 18

A patient is considering using CBD oil for pain management. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in patient education?

Accepted Answer

CBD oil may contain varying amounts of THC, and consumption can result in a positive urine drug screen.

Question 19

A nurse is asked about the effectiveness of meditation for stress reduction. Which of the following is a common element of most meditation practices?

Accepted Answer

A focus of attention, such as a mantra or breath, is used to help achieve a state of calmness and relaxation.

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