Which Patient Would Be Most Likely to Seek Complementary and Alternative

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which patient would be most likely to seek complementary and alternative therapies as a treatment modality? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)A 48-year-old male who wants to boost his immune system
• B)A 22-year-old male athlete who is preparing for the Olympics
• C)A 50-year-old female going through menopause
• D)A 58-year-old male with prostate problems
• E)A 28-year-old female who is healthy
• F) None of the above

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Definitions:

Preventing Infection

Measures and practices aimed at reducing the risk of developing infectious diseases.

Childhood Development

The physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth that occurs from birth through late adolescence.

Peer Influences

The effect that the social group individuals belong to has on their behavior, attitudes, and values.

Adolescent Crowd

A large, loosely-organized group of teenagers who share similar interests and social status.