Sample Questions and Answers
- Which of the following is an example of complementary therapy?
A. Chemotherapy
B. Acupuncture
C. Radiation therapy
D. Antibiotics
Answer: B. Acupuncture - A client is using ginkgo biloba. What should the nurse monitor for?
A. Bleeding tendencies
B. Hypertension
C. Drowsiness
D. Weight gain
Answer: A. Bleeding tendencies - Which herbal remedy is commonly used to reduce symptoms of depression?
A. St. John’s Wort
B. Echinacea
C. Ginseng
D. Valerian
Answer: A. St. John’s Wort - A nurse is providing education on yoga. What benefit should the nurse highlight?
A. Improved digestion
B. Increased flexibility and stress reduction
C. Lower risk of infection
D. Weight loss
Answer: B. Increased flexibility and stress reduction - Which complementary therapy focuses on manipulating the body’s energy fields?
A. Reiki
B. Aromatherapy
C. Hypnotherapy
D. Reflexology
Answer: A. Reiki - Which of the following statements about acupuncture is true?
A. It uses herbal remedies to treat illness.
B. It is based on the flow of energy, or Qi, through specific pathways.
C. It focuses solely on spiritual healing.
D. It has no evidence-based support.
Answer: B. It is based on the flow of energy, or Qi, through specific pathways. - What is a primary goal of using aromatherapy in patient care?
A. To eliminate disease
B. To enhance physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
C. To replace pharmacologic treatments
D. To cure chronic illnesses
Answer: B. To enhance physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being - Which client would benefit most from biofeedback therapy?
A. A client with chronic hypertension
B. A client with an acute myocardial infarction
C. A client experiencing a stroke
D. A client with a broken bone
Answer: A. A client with chronic hypertension - Which of the following herbal supplements is used for insomnia?
A. Valerian root
B. Saw palmetto
C. Garlic
D. Milk thistle
Answer: A. Valerian root - What does the practice of reflexology involve?
A. Massage of the head and neck
B. Application of pressure to hands and feet
C. Meditation to achieve relaxation
D. Use of essential oils
Answer: B. Application of pressure to hands and feet - A client taking warfarin asks about complementary therapies. Which supplement should the nurse advise against?
A. Garlic
B. Vitamin C
C. Chamomile
D. Omega-3 fatty acids
Answer: A. Garlic - Which complementary therapy involves the use of magnets?
A. Magnetic field therapy
B. Hydrotherapy
C. Reiki
D. Aromatherapy
Answer: A. Magnetic field therapy - A client states they are using chamomile tea. What condition is this commonly used to address?
A. Sleep disturbances
B. Hypertension
C. Hyperglycemia
D. Chronic pain
Answer: A. Sleep disturbances - What should the nurse advise when discussing yoga with a patient with joint pain?
A. Avoid yoga as it may worsen pain.
B. Try gentle or restorative yoga forms.
C. Use only high-impact yoga to strengthen joints.
D. Avoid all physical activities.
Answer: B. Try gentle or restorative yoga forms. - Which herbal supplement might help reduce the frequency of migraines?
A. Feverfew
B. Ginger
C. Black cohosh
D. Turmeric
Answer: A. Feverfew - Which complementary therapy is most likely to be used for chronic back pain?
A. Chiropractic care
B. Music therapy
C. Meditation
D. Art therapy
Answer: A. Chiropractic care - Which of the following is true about meditation?
A. It requires special equipment.
B. It focuses on achieving mental clarity and emotional calmness.
C. It can only be performed by a certified practitioner.
D. It involves high physical activity levels.
Answer: B. It focuses on achieving mental clarity and emotional calmness. - Which therapy uses music to promote healing and relaxation?
A. Music therapy
B. Art therapy
C. Reflexology
D. Biofeedback
Answer: A. Music therapy - What is a potential side effect of taking St. John’s Wort?
A. Photosensitivity
B. Constipation
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Joint pain
Answer: A. Photosensitivity - Which complementary therapy is based on the philosophy of life energy flow?
A. Reiki
B. Reflexology
C. Chiropractic care
D. Music therapy
Answer: A. Reiki - Which practice involves the alignment of the spine to improve health?
A. Chiropractic care
B. Acupuncture
C. Reiki
D. Aromatherapy
Answer: A. Chiropractic care - A client using ginseng should avoid which type of medication?
A. Anticoagulants
B. Antipyretics
C. Antacids
D. Antibiotics
Answer: A. Anticoagulants - Which therapy involves controlled breathing techniques and mindfulness?
A. Meditation
B. Chiropractic care
C. Acupressure
D. Aromatherapy
Answer: A. Meditation - Which essential oil is commonly used for relaxation and stress relief?
A. Lavender
B. Peppermint
C. Lemon
D. Eucalyptus
Answer: A. Lavender - Which client would most benefit from the use of guided imagery?
A. A client with anxiety
B. A client with pneumonia
C. A client recovering from a fracture
D. A client with heart failure
Answer: A. A client with anxiety - What should the nurse consider when a client reports using herbal therapies?
A. They are safe for everyone.
B. They can interact with prescribed medications.
C. They are approved by the FDA.
D. They require no supervision.
Answer: B. They can interact with prescribed medications. - Which complementary therapy involves physical touch and energy flow?
A. Reiki
B. Meditation
C. Biofeedback
D. Reflexology
Answer: A. Reiki - What is a benefit of acupuncture according to traditional Chinese medicine?
A. Balancing energy flow to alleviate pain
B. Promoting hydration levels
C. Improving heart function
D. Preventing infections
Answer: A. Balancing energy flow to alleviate pain - Which complementary therapy uses water for therapeutic effects?
A. Hydrotherapy
B. Aromatherapy
C. Reflexology
D. Chiropractic care
Answer: A. Hydrotherapy - A client is using echinacea to boost their immune system. What should the nurse monitor for?
A. Allergic reactions
B. Hypoglycemia
C. Weight gain
D. Hypertension
Answer: A. Allergic reactions
- Which complementary therapy involves the application of pressure to specific points on the body to relieve pain?
A. Reiki
B. Acupressure
C. Aromatherapy
D. Reflexology
Answer: B. Acupressure - A client reports taking echinacea to prevent colds. What should the nurse teach about its potential side effects?
A. Increased heart rate
B. Allergic reactions in people with ragweed allergies
C. Increased blood sugar levels
D. Constipation
Answer: B. Allergic reactions in people with ragweed allergies
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