While working in a cancer clinic, the nurse recognizes which of the following patients are using a complementary therapy? (Select all that apply.)
a. A 52-year-old with colon cancer stops chemotherapy and goes to Mexico for shark cartilage therapy.
b. A 17-year-old with sarcoma practices relaxation and imagery during radiation therapy.
c. A 74-year-old with leukemia uses self-hypnosis prior to a bone marrow biopsy.
d. A 41-year-old with breast cancer chooses to have radiation therapy instead of a mastectomy.
e. A 64-year-old with lung cancer wears oxygen at night.
f. A 66-year-old with lymphoma uses headphones to listen to music during chemotherapy.
ANS: B, C, F
Complementary therapy refers to a therapy used in addition to a conventional therapy. Guided imagery, self-hypnosis, music, and relaxation techniques are all examples of complementary therapy. Shark cartilage in place of chemotherapy is considered alternative therapy. Radiation is a conventional medical treatment option. Oxygen is used for supportive care in lung cancer in the treatment of dyspnea/hypoxia and would not be considered a complementary therapy.
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