Many complementary therapies use sensory mechanisms to:
a. change the client's thinking and beliefs about illness and disability
b. alter the client's emotions or level of consciousness toward a more calm, relaxed state
c. increase the client's unconditional positive regard toward others
d. energize the client to more aggressively fight the underlying disease or disability
B
Complementary therapies involve stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous systems' responses. The parasympathetic nervous system promotes rest and relaxation and promotes a calming effect on the client.
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