A client experiencing nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy for cancer might benefit from which of the following alternative or complementary therapies? (Select all that apply.)
A. Acupuncture
B. Meditation
C. Imagery
D. Journaling
E. Magnet therapy
A, C
Rationale: Acupuncture and imagery have been frequently used to help clients reduce nausea and vomiting. Meditation, journaling, and magnet therapy are more useful for chronic pain, hyper-tension, and improving emotional health.
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