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COMPLEMENTARY & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (CAM)
NURSING EXAM 2026-27 LATEST VERSION
Introduction
The Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM) Nursing Exam evaluates a nurse’s ability to safely integrate non-
conventional therapies into clinical practice while maintaining evidence-based standards of care. CAM emphasizes
a holistic approach, addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and cultural aspects of patient health.
This exam tests knowledge of herbal medicine, mind-body practices, manipulative therapies, and energy-based
interventions, alongside critical competencies such as patient safety, ethical decision-making, and identification of
drug–herb interactions. Nurses are expected to apply clinical judgment in advising patients, documenting CAM use,
and promoting informed, patient-centered care.
Exam Structure
This is a 100-question multiple-choice examination with four options per question. Each question has one correct
answer.
Domains Covered
• Foundations of CAM (15 questions)
• Biologically-Based Therapies (20 questions)
• Mind-Body Interventions (15 questions)
• Manipulative & Body-Based Practices (15 questions)
• Energy Therapies (10 questions)
• Safety, Ethics & Legal Issues (15 questions)
• Clinical Application & Patient Education (10 questions)
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FULL 100 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS & RATIONALES
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A patient reports taking herbal supplements with prescribed
antihypertensives. What is the nurse’s priority action?
A. Advise stopping medications
B. Assess for potential interactions
C. Encourage herbal use
D. Ignore the information
Answer: B
Rationale: Safety is priority; herbs can interact with medications
and affect outcomes.
2.
Which CAM system is based on balancing yin and yang?
A. Ayurveda
B. Traditional Chinese Medicine
C. Naturopathy
D. Homeopathy
Answer: B
Rationale: Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on yin-yang
balance.
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3.
Which herb increases bleeding risk when combined with
anticoagulants?
A. Garlic
B. Echinacea
C. Valerian
D. Chamomile
Answer: A
Rationale: Garlic has antiplatelet properties.
4.
Meditation primarily affects which system?
A. Cardiovascular
B. Nervous system
C. Digestive system
D. Endocrine system
Answer: B
Rationale: It reduces stress via nervous system regulation.
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Which therapy involves spinal manipulation?
A. Massage
B. Chiropractic
C. Reflexology
D. Reiki
Answer: B
Rationale: Chiropractic focuses on spinal alignment.
6.
St. John’s Wort interacts with which class of drugs?
A. Antibiotics
B. Antidepressants
C. Antacids
D. Antihistamines
Answer: B
Rationale: It affects serotonin levels and causes interactions.
7.
Reiki is classified under:
A. Biologic therapy
B. Energy therapy
C. Manipulative therapy
D. Mind-body therapy
COMPLEMENTARY & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (CAM)
NURSING EXAM 2026-27 LATEST VERSION
Introduction
The Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM) Nursing Exam evaluates a nurse’s ability to safely integrate non-
conventional therapies into clinical practice while maintaining evidence-based standards of care. CAM emphasizes
a holistic approach, addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and cultural aspects of patient health.
This exam tests knowledge of herbal medicine, mind-body practices, manipulative therapies, and energy-based
interventions, alongside critical competencies such as patient safety, ethical decision-making, and identification of
drug–herb interactions. Nurses are expected to apply clinical judgment in advising patients, documenting CAM use,
and promoting informed, patient-centered care.
Exam Structure
This is a 100-question multiple-choice examination with four options per question. Each question has one correct
answer.
Domains Covered
• Foundations of CAM (15 questions)
• Biologically-Based Therapies (20 questions)
• Mind-Body Interventions (15 questions)
• Manipulative & Body-Based Practices (15 questions)
• Energy Therapies (10 questions)
• Safety, Ethics & Legal Issues (15 questions)
• Clinical Application & Patient Education (10 questions)
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FULL 100 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS & RATIONALES
1.
A patient reports taking herbal supplements with prescribed
antihypertensives. What is the nurse’s priority action?
A. Advise stopping medications
B. Assess for potential interactions
C. Encourage herbal use
D. Ignore the information
Answer: B
Rationale: Safety is priority; herbs can interact with medications
and affect outcomes.
2.
Which CAM system is based on balancing yin and yang?
A. Ayurveda
B. Traditional Chinese Medicine
C. Naturopathy
D. Homeopathy
Answer: B
Rationale: Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on yin-yang
balance.
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3.
Which herb increases bleeding risk when combined with
anticoagulants?
A. Garlic
B. Echinacea
C. Valerian
D. Chamomile
Answer: A
Rationale: Garlic has antiplatelet properties.
4.
Meditation primarily affects which system?
A. Cardiovascular
B. Nervous system
C. Digestive system
D. Endocrine system
Answer: B
Rationale: It reduces stress via nervous system regulation.
5.
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Which therapy involves spinal manipulation?
A. Massage
B. Chiropractic
C. Reflexology
D. Reiki
Answer: B
Rationale: Chiropractic focuses on spinal alignment.
6.
St. John’s Wort interacts with which class of drugs?
A. Antibiotics
B. Antidepressants
C. Antacids
D. Antihistamines
Answer: B
Rationale: It affects serotonin levels and causes interactions.
7.
Reiki is classified under:
A. Biologic therapy
B. Energy therapy
C. Manipulative therapy
D. Mind-body therapy
