CHAPTER 32 Complementary and Somatic Therapies

CHAPTER 32 Complementary and Somatic Therapies

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MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which of the following BEST defines the term complementary modalities?

ANS:  C

Complementary modalities are those modalities used as an adjunct to medical care and psychiatric treatment that are thought to have effects on stress, sleep disturbance, anxiety, or other emotions. Some of the complementary modalities include relaxation techniques, imagery, hypnosis, message, music therapy, and pet therapy.

PTS:   1                    DIF:    Comprehension                               REF:   Competencies

2. Which of the following therapies can be considered a somatic therapy?

ANS:  B

Light therapy (or phototherapy) is a somatic therapy for treating individuals with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Other somatic therapies include: seclusion and restraints.

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REF:   Nursing Role in Somatic Interventions| Light Therapy

3. Relaxation is BEST described as a:

ANS:  B

Relaxation is defined as a psychophysiological state characterized by parasympathetic dominance involving multiple visceral and somatic symptoms. Relaxation can reduce physical, mental, and emotional tension.

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REF:   Complementary Modalities| Relaxation

4. When the parasympathetic response is activated, the person feels:

ANS:  D

The parasympathetic responses promote rest and effective digestion. In general, the parasympathetic response has the opposite effect from the sympathetic response, which promotes a feeling of flight or fight. When the parasympathetic system is activated, the alpha brain wave state is a deepened state of relaxation. Assisting the individual to achieve a relaxation state helps the individual to access inner resources that may be absent during periods of anxiety.

PTS:   1                    DIF:    Comprehension

REF:   Complementary Modalities| Relaxation

5. When researching complementary therapies, beginning practitioners would correctly learn which of the following?

ANS:  C

Complementary therapies require skill and knowledge for effective use. Certain complementary therapies may require additional training and possible licensure or certification by the practitioner.

PTS:   1                    DIF:    Comprehension                               REF:   Complementary Modalities