Complementary and alternative therapies have many benefits for the childbearing family and others. However, many of these remedies have associated risks. Which of the following situations would be considered a risk? Select all that apply
1. Getting a massage from a licensed massage therapist for back pain, prescribed by the primary caregiver
2. Trying out a homeopathic medicine from a friend to reduce swelling in the legs
3. Getting a chiropractic treatment for lower back pain due to discomforts of pregnancy without telling the primary health care provider
4. Taking an herbal preparation suggested by a health food store worker for treatment of leg pain
5. Joining a group that practices tai chi weekly to help with physical fitness and movement
Correct
1; 5
Rationale:
1. Getting a massage from a licensed massage therapist for back pain and prescribed by the primary caregiver is a perfectly good use of complementary therapies.
2. Lack of standardization, lack of regulation and research to substantiate their safety and effectiveness, and inadequate training and certification of some healers make some therapies risky. Trying out a homeopathic medicine from a friend to reduce swelling in your legs is a risk factor when considering these therapies.
3. Lack of standardization, lack of regulation and research to substantiate their safety and effectiveness, and inadequate training and certification of some healers make some therapies risky. Getting a chiropractic treatment for lower back pain due to discomforts of pregnancy without telling the primary health care provider is a risk factor when considering these therapies. 4. Lack of standardization, lack of regulation and research to substantiate their safety and effectiveness, and inadequate training and certification of some healers make some therapies risky. Taking an herbal preparation suggested by a health food store worker for treatment of leg pain is a risk factor when considering these therapies.
5. Joining a group that practices tai chi weekly to help with physical fitness and movement is a perfectly good use of complementary therapies.
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