A hospital patient has discussed with the nurse her use of visualization, biofeedback, and relaxation exercises in managing the chronic pain that results from her fibromyalgia
The nurse should recognize this patient's use of what category of complementary/alternative medicine
(CAM)?
A) Biologically-based practices
B) Manipulative practices
C) Traditional indigenous medicine
D) Mind-body medicine
Ans: D
Examples of mind-body medicine include relaxation exercises, hypnosis,
meditation, dance, prayer, visualization, and biofeedback. Biologically-based practices focus on
food and dietary supplements while indigenous medicine applies the collective health
knowledge of a particular culture. Manipulative practices involve the systematic application of
touch.
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