You are caring for a client with paranoid schizophrenia who ...

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You are caring for a client with paranoid schizophrenia who wishes to use complementary therapies in conjunction with an antipsychotic. Which of the following would likely be most appropriate for this client?
 
  A) Reflexology
  B) Bioelectromagnetic therapy
  C) Acupuncture
  D) Music therapy

Question 2

Auricular acupuncture, where small needles are placed under the skin of the outer ear, is used as an adjunct treatment for which of the following conditions?
 
  A) Dementia
  B) Anxiety
  C) Schizophrenia
  D) Chemical dependency

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
A Cochrane review (Gold et al., 2005) showed that music therapy was effective for clients with thought disorders when used in conjunction with antipsychotic drugs. Energy therapies involving touch (reflexology) or application of devices (acupuncture and bioelectromagnetic therapy) may not be appropriate for clients with paranoia, who may misinterpret the activities of practitioners as attempts at harm.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
Auricular acupuncture is a specialized modality touted as an adjunct treatment in traditional chemical dependency treatment programs. In this technique, practitioners place small needles under the skin of the client's outer ear for 45 minutes. (The outer ear has more than 200 acupuncture points, with each point corresponding to certain areas of the body.) When stimulated, each acupoint delivers an electrical impulse to the brain, and then to the specific area of the body being treated.