When statement best answers a patient's request for an explanation of how homeopa-thy works?
a. "It cures by using tiny amounts of known poisons."
b. "It purges foreign substances from the person's body."
c. "It controls illness symptoms by using medication."
d. "It uses substances to stimulate the body to heal itself."
ANS: D
Substances are given that produce reactions that correspond to existing symptoms. The ra-tionale is to follow the body's lead to effect a cure. The substances used are not necessarily poisonous or purgatives. Homeopathic medicines are not prescription medications nor are they given for controlling symptoms.
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