A Client Inquires About the Practice of Therapeutic Touch

question 7

Multiple Choice

A client inquires about the practice of therapeutic touch.Which nursing reply best explains the goal of this therapy?

• A)"The goal is to improve circulation to the body by deep,circular massage."
• B)"The goal is to re-pattern the body's energy field by the use of rhythmic hand motions."
• C)"The goal is to improve breathing by increasing oxygen to the brain and body tissues."
• D)"The goal is to decrease blood pressure by body toxin release."

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