NSG 3130| Fundamental Concepts & Skills For Nursing
Practice II Exam 3 (Galen College Of Nursing)Newest
/NSG 3130| Fundamental Concepts & Skills For Nursing
Practice II Exam 3 Preparation /NSG 3130| Fundamental
Concepts & Skills For Nursing
A patient admitted to the hospital was recently started on a blood thinner for chronic atrial
fibrillation. The patient is wanting to take herbal therapy. Based on his current medication regimen,
the nurse knows that which of the following herbal therapies is safest for this patient to take?
A. Echinacea
B. Garlic
C. Ginger
D. Feverfew
A. Echinacea
A patient is discussing with his provider the possibility of adding bio electromagnetic therapy as a
complementary practice to his current medication regimen. The nurse knows that which of the
following conditions would be a contraindication to this type of therapy?
A. Chronic stress
B. History of GI complaints
C. Alzheimer's
D. Implanted Pacemaker
D. Implanted Pacemaker
A nurse is providing education to her patient about meditation. Which of the following statements, if
made by the client, indicates a need for further teaching?
A. I will lay in my bed comfortably and allow my spouse to lead me through the exercises.
B. I should chose a time either first thing in the morning or in the evening
C. I should make sure I wait at least 2 hours after eating
D. I will follow progressive relaxation exercises during the session
A. I will lay in my bed comfortably and allow my spouse to lead me through the exercises.
,A nurse leads her patient through a serene scene where she utilizes all of the body's senses by telling
the patient to smell the freshly cut grass, hear the birds chirping, taste the apples from the nearby
apple tree, and feel the warm sun on their skin. The nurse tells the patient to put their troubles in a
nearby hot air balloon and watch them float away. Which of the following mind-body therapies is the
nurse using?
A. Hypnotherapy
B. Meditation
C. Guided Imagery
D. Yoga
C. Guided Imagery
Concepts that are common to most alternative practices include: (Select all that apply.)
1. Holism.
2. Balance.
3. Spirituality.
4. Prescription medications
5. Technology and instrumentation.
1. Holism.
2. Balance.
3. Spirituality.
What is the name of the system of medicine that emphasizes client responsibility, client education,
health maintenance, and disease prevention?
1. Naturopathic medicine
2. Nutritional medicine
3. Homeopathic medicine
4. Chiropractic medicine
1. Naturopathic medicine
What nursing action is most correct regarding the use of alternative and complementary therapies?
1. Recommend hydrotherapy for the older adult clients.
2. Recommend colonics for clients with Crohn's disease.
3. Encourage the client to discuss the use of herbs, teas, vitamins, or other natural products.
4. Encourage the client in using alternative therapies, such as acupuncture and yoga.
3. Encourage the client to discuss the use of herbs, teas, vitamins, or other natural products.
The nurse suggests to a client with osteoarthritis to participate in Pilates. What are the benefits of
Pilates for this client?
1. It will give the client an activity to perform to lessen boredom.
, 2. It encourages a spiritual connection.
3. It may improve flexibility and joint health, and relieve muscle aches.
4. It cleanses the colon and promotes a healthy feeling.
3. It may improve flexibility and joint health, and relieve muscle aches.
Which of the following therapies stimulates the production of catecholamines, hormones, and
endorphins? It can be used in establishing relationships, relieving tension and anxiety, and even
facilitating learning.
1. Music therapy
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Guided imagery therapies
4. Humor and laughter therapy
4. Humor and laughter therapy
The American Holistic Nurses Association and an organization called "Beyond Ordinary Healing" offer
a nurses' certificate program in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). After successfully
passing the certification, what is the nurse certified to perform?
1. Music therapy
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Guided imagery therapies
4. Humor and laughter therapy
3. Guided imagery therapies
What do meditation, biofeedback, and guided imagery have in common?
1. The process of physical resting and rhythmic breathing
2. The process of physical activity and music therapy
3. The process of relaxation and sleep
4. The process of utilizing aromatherapy
1. The process of physical resting and rhythmic breathing
Which of the following genres of music are used to induce relaxation and distract clients from pain?
1. Rap music
2. Opera music
3. Piano
9. A client is on complete bed rest and complains of back pain from lying "in the bed all the time."
What is a nursing intervention that uses a nonpharmacologic method to ease the discomfort? (Select
all that apply.)
1. Administering a dose of morphine for pain
Practice II Exam 3 (Galen College Of Nursing)Newest
/NSG 3130| Fundamental Concepts & Skills For Nursing
Practice II Exam 3 Preparation /NSG 3130| Fundamental
Concepts & Skills For Nursing
A patient admitted to the hospital was recently started on a blood thinner for chronic atrial
fibrillation. The patient is wanting to take herbal therapy. Based on his current medication regimen,
the nurse knows that which of the following herbal therapies is safest for this patient to take?
A. Echinacea
B. Garlic
C. Ginger
D. Feverfew
A. Echinacea
A patient is discussing with his provider the possibility of adding bio electromagnetic therapy as a
complementary practice to his current medication regimen. The nurse knows that which of the
following conditions would be a contraindication to this type of therapy?
A. Chronic stress
B. History of GI complaints
C. Alzheimer's
D. Implanted Pacemaker
D. Implanted Pacemaker
A nurse is providing education to her patient about meditation. Which of the following statements, if
made by the client, indicates a need for further teaching?
A. I will lay in my bed comfortably and allow my spouse to lead me through the exercises.
B. I should chose a time either first thing in the morning or in the evening
C. I should make sure I wait at least 2 hours after eating
D. I will follow progressive relaxation exercises during the session
A. I will lay in my bed comfortably and allow my spouse to lead me through the exercises.
,A nurse leads her patient through a serene scene where she utilizes all of the body's senses by telling
the patient to smell the freshly cut grass, hear the birds chirping, taste the apples from the nearby
apple tree, and feel the warm sun on their skin. The nurse tells the patient to put their troubles in a
nearby hot air balloon and watch them float away. Which of the following mind-body therapies is the
nurse using?
A. Hypnotherapy
B. Meditation
C. Guided Imagery
D. Yoga
C. Guided Imagery
Concepts that are common to most alternative practices include: (Select all that apply.)
1. Holism.
2. Balance.
3. Spirituality.
4. Prescription medications
5. Technology and instrumentation.
1. Holism.
2. Balance.
3. Spirituality.
What is the name of the system of medicine that emphasizes client responsibility, client education,
health maintenance, and disease prevention?
1. Naturopathic medicine
2. Nutritional medicine
3. Homeopathic medicine
4. Chiropractic medicine
1. Naturopathic medicine
What nursing action is most correct regarding the use of alternative and complementary therapies?
1. Recommend hydrotherapy for the older adult clients.
2. Recommend colonics for clients with Crohn's disease.
3. Encourage the client to discuss the use of herbs, teas, vitamins, or other natural products.
4. Encourage the client in using alternative therapies, such as acupuncture and yoga.
3. Encourage the client to discuss the use of herbs, teas, vitamins, or other natural products.
The nurse suggests to a client with osteoarthritis to participate in Pilates. What are the benefits of
Pilates for this client?
1. It will give the client an activity to perform to lessen boredom.
, 2. It encourages a spiritual connection.
3. It may improve flexibility and joint health, and relieve muscle aches.
4. It cleanses the colon and promotes a healthy feeling.
3. It may improve flexibility and joint health, and relieve muscle aches.
Which of the following therapies stimulates the production of catecholamines, hormones, and
endorphins? It can be used in establishing relationships, relieving tension and anxiety, and even
facilitating learning.
1. Music therapy
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Guided imagery therapies
4. Humor and laughter therapy
4. Humor and laughter therapy
The American Holistic Nurses Association and an organization called "Beyond Ordinary Healing" offer
a nurses' certificate program in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). After successfully
passing the certification, what is the nurse certified to perform?
1. Music therapy
2. Hypnotherapy
3. Guided imagery therapies
4. Humor and laughter therapy
3. Guided imagery therapies
What do meditation, biofeedback, and guided imagery have in common?
1. The process of physical resting and rhythmic breathing
2. The process of physical activity and music therapy
3. The process of relaxation and sleep
4. The process of utilizing aromatherapy
1. The process of physical resting and rhythmic breathing
Which of the following genres of music are used to induce relaxation and distract clients from pain?
1. Rap music
2. Opera music
3. Piano
9. A client is on complete bed rest and complains of back pain from lying "in the bed all the time."
What is a nursing intervention that uses a nonpharmacologic method to ease the discomfort? (Select
all that apply.)
1. Administering a dose of morphine for pain
