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This research paper explores the application and caution of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in nursing. It discusses how CAM techniques confirm the gap in healing modalities and the importance of nurses implementing various CAM into their practice. It covers the module and week.
What's inside
- Definition and categories of CAM
- Promotion of CAM techniques
- Role of nurses in CAM implementation
- Common medical reasons for CAM use
- CAM therapies for anxiety and depression
- CAM methods for cancer-related symptoms
Who it is for: Students of nursing courses, especially those studying complementary and alternative medicine. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) includes practices and products outside conventional medicine. Nurses need to know about CAM to support patients who use it, and to help them make informed choices.
What is CAM
CAM includes natural products, mind-body practices, and body-based practices. These practices are not part of conventional medicine. CAM practices are promoted in broad categories.
CAM in nursing practice
Nurses should be able to implement various CAM into their practice. They should also be knowledgeable about the various forms of therapy and its benefits. CAM is meeting the needs of many consumers.
CAM for anxiety and depression
CAM therapies for anxiety and depression include meditation, deep breathing, and nutritional supplements. Nurses should educate patients on the various options available and be respectful to any preferences they may have.
CAM for cancer symptoms
CAM therapies for cancer symptoms include energy medicine and body-based therapies. Nurses should understand these choices in case the patient has questions or concerns.
Key terms
- Complementary and alternative medicine
- Medical and health care systems, practices, and products not considered part of conventional medicine.
- Mind-body practices
- Practices that focus on interaction among the brain, mind, body, and behavior.
- Body-based practices
- Practices that focus on structure and systems of the body, including the bones and joints.
- Energy medicine
- Use of energy fields to promote healing and wellness.
- National Center of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- A center that provides information on the use of CAM therapies.
- National Institute of Mental Health
- An institute that provides information on mental health, including anxiety and depression.
Questions this document helps with
- What are the most common reasons patients try CAM therapies?
- How can nurses support patients using CAM for anxiety?
- What CAM therapies help with cancer treatment side effects?
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