After reading a magazine article on complementary medicine methods, a teenager diagnosed with cancer asks the nurse about the possibility of adding CAM to the medical treatment plan
The nurse would explain to the child that prior to deciding on a CAM method, the adolescent must discuss: 1. The cost of the CAM with her parents.
2. The availability of CAM leaders with the hospital social worker.
3. The safety of the chosen CAM modality with her primary physician.
4. Alternative CAM methods with the nurse.
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Rationale 1: Although discussion about cost is important, this is not the best response.
Rationale 2: Some CAM modalities may require an instructor/leader, and others may not. This is not the best answer.
Rationale 3: The priority concern about CAM modalities must be safety and the reaction of the CAM with the current medical treatment
Rationale 4: In considering CAM modalities, the patient and family may have options. It is acceptable to discuss this with a nurse, but safety should always be the primary concern.
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