Asked by Morgan Ransom on Apr 24, 2024
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A patient with a history of asthma says, "I've been very nervous lately. I think aromatherapy will help. I am ordering $250 worth of oils from an Internet site that promised swift results." Select the nurse's best action.
A) Support the patient's efforts to become informed and to find health solutions.
B) Suggest the patient check with friends who have tried aromatherapy for treatment of anxiety.
C) Remind the patient, "If you spend that much on oils, you may not be able to buy your prescribed medication."
D) Tell the patient, "Aromatherapy can complicate respiratory problems such as asthma. Let's consider some other options."
Aromatherapy
The use of natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, leaves, roots or other parts of a plant to enhance psychological and physical well-being.
Respiratory Problems
Health issues related to the respiratory system, including diseases or conditions that affect breathing or lung function.
Asthma
A chronic respiratory condition that inflames and narrows the airways, causing difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing.
- Perceive the importance of implementing safety measures, conducting interaction assessments, and mitigating potential side effects of herbal supplements and varied CAM approaches.
- Appreciate the role of the nurse in facilitating patients' safe adoption of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and integrating these practices with conventional medical care.
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Learning Objectives
- Perceive the importance of implementing safety measures, conducting interaction assessments, and mitigating potential side effects of herbal supplements and varied CAM approaches.
- Appreciate the role of the nurse in facilitating patients' safe adoption of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and integrating these practices with conventional medical care.
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