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Question 16
Type: MCSA
A client reports feelings of spiritual anguish and depression as a result of experiencing numerous somatic
complaints that make the client feel like “everything is out of order.” Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse
identify for this client?
1. Energy-field disturbance
2. Powerlessness
3. Hopelessness
4. Anxiety
Question 17
Type: MCSA
A client undergoing chemotherapy becomes very anxious and stressed just before the treatments. Which would be
an appropriate therapy for this person to learn?
1. Meditation
2. Aromatherapy
3. Homeopathy
4. Yoga
Question 18
Type: MCSA
A client has been undergoing therapy as a victim of severe emotional abuse. The goal of the client’s therapy is to
gain self-control of the situation, improve self-esteem, and become self-sufficient. Which application should the
nurse suggest become a part of the client’s therapy sessions?
1. Yoga
2. Meditation
3. Hypnotherapy
4. Guided imagery
Question 19
Type: MCSA
A client has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress syndrome and has difficulty sleeping because of recurrent
nightmares. In working with this client to overcome the problem, what should the nurse implement as part of
therapy?
1. Guided imagery
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Yoga
4. Meditation
Question 20
Type: MCSA
A nurse who works in a busy neonatal intensive care unit has been having difficulty with concentration after a
long day’s work. Which therapy should the nurse consider doing to help with this problem?
1. Guided imagery
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Qigong
4. Aromatherapy
Question 21
Type: MCSA
A nurse working on an Alzheimer’s unit notes that just before the supper hour, many of the residents become
more anxious and confused—exhibiting typical “sundowner’s syndrome”—making the evening meal an
unpleasant ordeal. As a method to try to decrease their turmoil during this time, which therapy should the nurse
introduce into the daily routine?
1. Biofeedback
2. Music therapy
4. Spiritual therapy
Question 22
Type: MCSA
A client comes to the clinic with a chief complaint of feeling “dirty inside” and asks the nurse how colonics would
work to improve the client’s overall well-being. What should the nurse respond to this client?
1. “Colonics is a dangerous and not useful technique that no one should try.”
2. “There is much controversy about colonics. What do you know about it?”
3. “This is a good way to get rid of toxins in your system.”
4. “You’d better ask your doctor about this.”
Question 23
Type: MCSA
A client was in a motor vehicle crash where he sustained injury to his spinal cord that has resulted in difficulty
with balance and holding his posture. Which should the nurse suggest the client consider?
1. Animal-assisted therapy
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Chelation therapy
4. Detoxification
Question 24
Type: MCSA
A client living in a long-term care center has been withdrawn and subdued, and does not eat in the dining room
because of embarrassment about her physical decline. What might the nurse suggest that provides opportunities
for unconditional love, achievement of trust, responsibility, and empathy toward others?
1. Chelation therapy
2. Animal-assisted therapy
3. Meditation
4. Pilates
Question 25
Type: MCMA
The nurse is reviewing systems of healing that emphasize client responsibility, client education, disease
prevention, or natural substances that stimulate a person’s self-healing capacity. On which systems is the nurse
focusing?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Naturopathic medicine
2. Homeopathic medicine
3. Aromatherapy
4. Chiropractic
5. Hypnosis
Question 26
Type: MCMA
The nurse is teaching a client regarding the use of herbal preparations. Which statements should the nurse include
in this teaching?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. “Echinacea might reduce the effectiveness of the immunosuppressant medications you’ve been prescribed since
your transplant.”
2. “Gingko could affect the results of your aspirin therapy.”
3. “Ginger could be contraindicated because you are taking anticoagulant medications.”
4. “With your history of glaucoma, I don’t believe you should be supplementing with ginseng.”
5. “St. John’s wort is a safe supplement when being medicated for depression.”
Question 27
Type: MCMA
The nurse is instructing a client on meditation and relaxation. Which information should the nurse include in this
teaching?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. “Perform these techniques at least 2 hours after eating so as to concentrate all your body’s energies.”
2. “Practice these techniques in a comfortable, upright position.”
3. “Remember to relax your muscles after you have successfully tightened a muscle group.”
4. “Find a quiet, peaceful place to meditate.”
5. “Set aside 60 minutes daily for meditation and relaxation.”
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Question 28
Type: MCMA
A client tells the nurse about an appointment to see an Ayurveda health care practitioner for a specific chronic
health problem. What should the nurse instruct the client to expect when visiting this practitioner?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. A diet
2. Sitting in a sweat lodge
3. An exercise program
4. Acupuncture treatment
5. A list of herbal preparations
Question 29
Type: MCMA
While completing a health history and assessment, the nurse suspects that a client of Latino descent uses
curanderismo for health care. What client information did the nurse use to make this determination?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. The client stated that the health care provider prescribes specific herbs.
2. The client stated that the same health care provider helped in the delivery of all of her children.
3. The client stated that small needles are inserted along certain parts of the body to help with healing.
4. The client stated that the health care provider visits the home to pray with the family members
5. The client stated that specific areas of the body are pressed by the health care provider to increase energy.
