A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of fibromyalgia. The clie

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A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of fibromyalgia. The client tells the nurse that she wants to use traditional Chinese medicine for treatment instead of the medication prescribed by her provider. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?

A. I can arrange a referral to a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine.

B. You should try the prescribed medication before choosing an alternative.

C. You should ask your provider if she recommends traditional Chinese medicine.

D. The FDA regulates traditional Chinese medicine

Explanation / Answer

Correct answer:- (C) You should ask your provider if she recommends traditional Chinese medicine.

Explanation:- (A) Nurse cannot arrange a complementary therapy without permission.

(B) Nurse cannot force to use the treatment .

(C) Nurse can provide Alternate therapy with permission of physician.

(D) Food and drug administration does not regulate traditional chinese medicine

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