Which of the following best describes how complementary and alternative therapies differ from traditional health care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Alternative therapies have been documented as ineffective.
b. Complementary medicine is expanding because of paid media coverage.
c. Nurses rarely are involved in complementary or alternative therapies.
d. Providers vary in training and licensure.
e. Reimbursement is often unavailable.
f.
Alternative therapies lack any research related to their effectiveness.
ANS: D, E
Alternative or complementary therapies are expanding because of consumer demand, although reimbursement for these services is lagging. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine is currently researching their effects on health and disease. Training and licensure requirements vary widely. Many nurses have incorporated alternative therapies into their practice and seek more continuing education on such care.
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