The Nurse Is Admitting a Patient in Labor Who States

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse is admitting a patient in labor who states that she is a naturopath. The nurse understands that this patient believes:

• A) An initial worsening of symptoms after treatment means the correct remedy has been used.
• B) There are five elements that take form in the body.
• C) She must nurture herself and be responsible for her own body.
• D) That her pregnancy is a kapha condition.
• E) She must nurture herself and be responsible for her own body

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