A client who has been undergoing treatment for chronic back pain has been considering complementary and alternative therapies to manage the pain. The nurse has assessed the client's needs and discussed the use of available methods with the client
Which of the following statements by the client indicates the need for further instruction? 1. "Glucosamine sulfate is a dietary supplement.".
2. "I may have some stomach upset associated with glucosamine sulfate.".
3. "Caution is needed with alternative therapies, as they have not been tested by the FDA.".
4. "I will need a prescription from my physician to obtain chondroitin sulfate.".
4. "I will need a prescription from my physician to obtain chondroitin sulfate.".
Rationale:
Chondroitin sulfate is a dietary supplement. No prescription is needed to obtain it. Alternative therapies do not require the approval of the FDA to be sold. The remaining statements are correct.
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