ch 33 complementary and alternative therapies

Question 1

accupuncture

Answer 1

regulates or realigns the vital energy (qi) which flows through 20 pathways (meridians)

Question 2

safe herbs effects

1. aloe
2. chamomile
3. echinacea

Answer 2

1. wound healing
2. antiinflammatory/ calming
3. immune system stimulent

Question 3

safe herbs effects

1. feverfew
2. garlic
3. ginger

Answer 3

1. antiinflammatory
2. inhibit platelet aggregation
3. antiemetic

Question 4

safe herb effects

1. ginko biloba
2. ginseng
3. valerian

Answer 4

1. memory improvement
2. physical endurance/ immunity
3. central nervous system depressant

Question 5

unsafe herbs-7

Answer 5

1. calamus
2. chaparral
3. coltsfoot
4. comfrey
5. epedra
6. life root
7. pokeweed

Question 6

meditation

Answer 6

purpose is to become mindful

• lowers BP, psychological stess
• can increase effects of some medications

Question 7

imagery

Answer 7

mind-body therapy using visualization

- can alter gastric secretions, body chemistry, blood flow, wound healing, and heart rate