Nurses Are in an Ideal Position to Help Patients Understand

question 2

Multiple Choice

Nurses are in an ideal position to help patients understand how complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies affect individuals.It is most important that they:

• A) remain current about important findings related to CAM therapy outcomes.
• B) be familiar with CAM information to help patients receive the latest treatments.
• C) warn patients about the dangers of applying these therapies without first consulting their primary care provider.
• D) recommend CAM therapies as often as possible, since many provide relief without the expense of traditionally prescribed medicines.

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