A client has a diagnosis of chronic pain. The physician has prescribed tramadol hydrochloride (Ultram) for the pain. The patient also receives therapeutic touch (TT) from a practitioner three times a week. In this situation,
TT is considered to be which of the following?
a. A complementary modality
b. An alternative modality
c. A placebo response
d. Holistic healthcare
ANS: A
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