A psychiatricmental health client has a long history of insomnia ...

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A psychiatricmental health client has a long history of insomnia that is characterized by an inability to fall asleep at bedtime. Which of the following complementary and alternative therapies has the greatest potential to promote sleep?
 
  A) Aromatherapy
  B) Acupressure
  C) Therapeutic touch
  D) Chiropractic

Question 2

A client has required frequent use of benzodiazepines due to recurring anxiety. On the advice of a friend, the client has stated her intention to obtain a supply of kava-kava. What client teaching should the nurse provide to this client?
 
  A) You might find that it will make you relaxed, but it will also make you feel mentally 'fuzzy.'
  B) Kava-kava works very well for anxiety, but because of that fact, you will need to get a prescription from your doctor.
  C) Unfortunately, the tradeoff for the effectiveness of kava-kava is a very high potential for addiction.
  D) Kava-kava is very good at relieving anxiety in the day, and it will likely allow you to remain sharp and productive.

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Some clients find that aromatherapy, using essential oils, relaxes them and induces sleep. Acupressure, therapeutic touch, and chiropractic all have clinical applications, but none is commonly used to directly promote sleep and relieve insomnia.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Kava-kava is a powerful anxiolytic and does not alter mental clarity or interfere with reaction time, alertness, or other cognitive abilities. It does not require a prescription and is considered nonaddictive.