A patient tells the nurse that he has a history of back pain that is controlled with yoga and herbal supplements. The nurse realizes this information is most likely considered as a part of:
1. Cultural beliefs and practices.
2. Spiritual beliefs.
3. Western medicine.
4. Stress reduction.
Cultural beliefs and practices.
Rationale: The patient is describing an alternative method to treat a health problem, which is a part of cultural beliefs and practices within the health history. Spiritual beliefs include practices such as omitting specific foods, care of the hair, and belief in God. Western medicine is the type of health care traditionally provided in the United States and includes diagnostic testing, treatments, and medications. Stress reduction is activities done to reduce the impact of stress on the body, such as meditation and deep breathing. Although yoga and herbal supplements might be included as stress-reduction techniques, the patient specifically stated that he uses these activities to reduce back pain, which means they are a cultural belief and practice.
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