Several nurses are discussing alternative health practices. One nurse says, "It's a bogus practice. There's no value in it. It's like a fad and it will fade away." Which is the most appropriate response by an informed nurse?
A) "Complementary therapies are similar to nursing practice in that they take a holistic approach to healing."
B) "The government is conducting research to prove that these therapies are ineffective."
C) "Complementary therapies are not compatible with traditional nursing practice."
D) "There's no evidence to show that any complementary therapy is effective."
A
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