Complimentary and Alternative Medicine

$125.00

A review of common forms of complementary & alternative medicine and why these therapies can be helpful.

A review of common forms of complementary & alternative medicine and why these therapies can be helpful.

Objectives:
  • Define complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
  • List at least two common therapies that fall into the CAM categories of “natural products,” “body-based therapies,” and “mind-body therapies.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits of CAM use among seniors.
  • Integrate CAM practices such as massage, imagery, and deep breathing into routine nursing care.
  • Help clients make safe and informed decisions about using CAM.

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