During an assessment, the nurse learns that a patient only uses traditional medicine approaches to treat illnesses or diseases. How should the nurse document the health care approach that the patient uses?
a. Ayurveda
b. Allopathy
c. Osteopathy
d. Chiropractic
ANS: B
B. Another term for traditional health care in the United States is allopathy. A. Ayurveda is the ancient Hindu system of medicine. C. The osteopathic philosophy involves treating the whole person; recognizes the body's ability to heal itself; and stresses the importance of diet, exercise, and fitness with a focus on prevention. D. Chiropractic medicine approaches illness as a result of nerve dysfunction.
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