An elderly Chinese patient tells the nurse that blockage of qi in one of her meridians is causing her severe headaches. Her doctor has diagnosed migraines and has prescribed a triptan drug. The nurse's best course of action is to:
A) Suggest that the prescribed medicine may stimulate the flow of qi
B) Explain the vasoconstrictive and serotonin-moderating action of triptan
C) Recommend acupuncture or acupressure treatments as an adjunct to the triptan
D) Caution her that her headaches will grow worse if she fails to take her medication
A
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Although explaining the scientific principles underlying drug action is often appropriate, the same objective can be achieved through the use of culturally relevant terms and concepts. Recommending additional treatments is unnecessary and may be inappropriate. Threats or predictions of dire consequences may impede the communication process.
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