When discussing complementary medical therapies with a client, a nurse

When discussing complementary medical therapies with a client, a nurse should include: (Select all that apply.)

1. Herbalism
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Guided imagery
4. Therapeutic touch
5. Respiratory therapy
6. Chiropractic therapy

ANSWER

ANS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6
Complementary therapies include therapeutic touch, guided imagery and breath work, relaxation; exercise; massage; reflexology; prayer; biofeedback; hypnotherapy; creative therapies, including art, music, or dance therapy; meditation; chiropractic therapy; osteopathy; and herbalism. Respir-atory therapy is not considered a complementary therapy.