Asked by Karla Macias on May 18, 2024

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A patient describes practicing a complementary and alternative therapy involving breathwork and yoga. The nurse also recommends using energy field therapies. Which techniques did the nurse suggest?

A) Prayer and tai chi
B) The "zone" and acupressure
C) Massage therapy and ayurveda
D) Reiki therapy and therapeutic touch

Energy Field Therapies

Alternative healing methods that involve manipulating the body's energy fields to improve health and well-being.

Reiki Therapy

A form of alternative medicine from Japan involving the transfer of universal energy from the practitioner's palms to the patient, aiming to support healing and reduce stress.

Therapeutic Touch

A healing method involving the hands of a healer to detect and manipulate the energy field of the patient.

  • Illustrate relaxation practices and their implementation in easing stress and fostering wellness.
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Victoria PistorMay 24, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Both yoga and breathwork are mind-body therapies, whereas both reiki and therapeutic touch therapies are energy field therapies. Tai chi is mind-body intervention. Acupressure and massage are body-based methods. Ayurvedic is a type of whole medical system.