What is the difference between complementary therapy and alternative therapy?

a. Complementary therapy must be administered by a medical doctor.
b. Complementary therapy is administered with conventional therapy.
c. Complementary therapy replaces conventional therapy.
d. Complementary therapy is administered to a group of patients at the same time.


ANS: B
Complementary therapy is administered with conventional therapy, such as massage with muscle relaxants for low back pain.

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