The nurse points out that light therapy is used in the treatment of patients with which disorder(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Digestive disorders
b. Seasonal affective disorder
c. Inflammatory diseases
d. Stress disorders
e. Jaundice
ANS: B, E
Light therapy has proven effective in the treatment of persons with seasonal affective disorders. Light therapy is also used in the treatment of jaundiced babies.
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