Unit II Learning Questions

 

 

Unit: Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nursing Interventions

 

Chapter 11: Complementary Therapies

 

1.What is the difference between allopathic medical practices and

complementary medical practices?

 

2.What is herbal medicine?

 

3. What five things would you teach your patient regarding the use of herbal remedies?

 

4.What is acupuncture and acupressure?

 

5.What is chiropractic medicine?

 

6.What is therapeutic touch?

 

7.What is message?

 

8.What is guided imagery? (handout)

 

9.What is pet therapy and how has it been shown to be helpful?

 

10. What is the role of the nurse in the use of complementary therapies?