ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 10 : Loss, Grief, and Dying Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy for cancer might find relief from which type of CAM?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acupuncture (
D) is supported by evidence for reducing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Question 2 of 5
Which conditions could cause massage to be contraindicated for a patient?
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Massage is contraindicated in conditions like blood clots (
A), certain heart conditions (
C), and osteoporosis (E) due to risks of complications like dislodging clots or causing fractures.
Question 3 of 5
In holistic health care, the emphasis is on the uniqueness of each individual and the interaction among:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Holistic healthcare emphasizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit (
B) to address the whole person.
Question 4 of 5
Which is true of alternative medicine and complementary medicine?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Complementary medicine (E) is used alongside traditional medicine, while alternative medicine is used instead of it.
Question 5 of 5
You see a patient while in clinical at a walk-in clinic. This patient has occasional abdominal pain of unknown cause but otherwise is in good health. The doctor suggests blood work and a computed tomography scan of the abdomen to diagnose the cause. The patient says he wants to wait, see his acupuncturist, and give his body the opportunity to heal itself. What is your response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging the patient to monitor symptoms and return if needed (
C) respects their autonomy while ensuring safety, without dismissing their preference for acupuncture.