The nurse is caring for a patient who after removal of a tumor had radiation therapy. The patient, without consulting his primary provider, added nutritional therapy and the use of acupuncture
The treatments chosen by the patient are examples of what type of treatments?
a. Alternative modalities
b. Complementary modalities
c. Integrative healthcare
d. Conventional biomedical therapies
B
Complementary modalities (i.e., nutritional therapy and acupuncture) are used in conjunction with traditional medical care (the radiation treatments). Alternative modalities are used instead of conventional medical therapies. Integrative modalities are therapies that are proved to be effective and safe when combined with or integrated into conventional therapies. Conventional biomedical therapies include radiation therapy.
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A) "Antibodies that triggered the autoimmune response are removed from your blood." B) "The blood removal allows for replacement of cleaner blood from a healthy person." C) "Blood transfusions are the gold standard for the treatment of this syndrome." D) "Plasma replacement dilutes the organisms that are causing the symptoms."
The nurse explains that Muslims have a great reverence for their holy book, called the __________
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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1. Reassure him this is probably a viral infection and should be better soon 2. Have him seen the same day for an assessment and theophylline level 3. Schedule him for an appointment in 2 to 3 days, which he can cancel if he is better 4. Order a theophylline level at the laboratory for him ____
A staff nurse complains to the nurse manager that another staff member is making her feel uncomfortable by making sexual comments. Before the nurse manager takes disciplinary action, the manager most likely will:
a. Investigate the allegations carefully b. Wait to see if the problem resolves itself c. Focus on the individual's personality d. Disregard the staff nurse's length of service, past accomplishments or problems, level of skill, and importance to the organization