A nurse is asked to provide a brief presentation comparing and contrasting the types of biologically based therapies. Which will the nurse include in the presentation? Select all that apply
1. Supplements
2. Herbal products
3. Naturopathic medicine
4. Homeopathic medicine
5. Ayurveda
Answer: 1, 2
Explanation: Two categories of CAM therapies include biologically based (natural), and mind and body practices. Biologically based therapies include supplements and herbal products. Naturopathic, homeopathic, and Ayurveda are categorized as mind and body practices of CAM.
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