This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: A client who resides in a long-term care facility has no family or visitors. Her only social ... (Read 83 times)

JGIBBSON

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 538
A client who resides in a long-term care facility has no family or visitors. Her only social contacts are with the staff. The client is confined to bed and is not able to communicate verbally.
 
  As part of the client's care plan, the nurses provide massage therapy three times a week. Which of the following is the main benefit of this intervention for this client?
  1. Stretch and loosen the muscles
  2. Speed the removal of metabolic waste products
  3. Help satisfy the need for caring and nurturing touch
  4. Relieve pain

Question 2

A client visits a clinic that integrates Western medicine with complementary therapies. Which of the following therapies might the client utilize and believe to keep the flow of qi at a therapeutic level?
 
  1. Acupressure and reflexology
  2. Therapeutic touch and Reiki
  3. Aromatherapy and naturopathic remedies
  4. Chiropractic and massage therapy



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

manuelcastillo

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 304
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Massage would be an appropriate intervention to address this option but it is not the main benefit the client will experience.
Rationale 2: Massage would be an appropriate intervention to address this option but it is not the main benefit the client will experience.
Rationale 3: Since she has no family, no visitors, and her only contacts are with the staff, this client will benefit at the emotional level as massage satisfies the need for caring and nurturing touch. It also increases feelings of well-being, decreases mild depression, enhances self-image, reduces levels of anxiety, and increases awareness of mind-body connection.
Rationale 4: Massage would be an appropriate intervention to address this option but it is not the main benefit the client will experience.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Reflexology, acupuncture, and acupressure are treatments rooted in the traditional Eastern philosophy that qi, or life energy, flows through the body along pathways known as meridians. When the flow of energy becomes blocked or congested, people experience discomfort or pain on a physical level. They may feel frustrated or irritable on an emotional level and may experience a sense of vulnerability or lack of purpose in life on a spiritual level.
Rationale 2: Therapeutic touch and Reiki use the hands to alter the biofield or energy field.
Rationale 3: Aromatherapy and naturopathic remedies utilize essential oils and plants for health benefits.
Rationale 4: Chiropractic and massage therapy are examples of manual healing methods.




JGIBBSON

  • Member
  • Posts: 538
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent


epscape

  • Member
  • Posts: 335
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

Did you know?

In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.

Did you know?

Many people have small pouches in their colons that bulge outward through weak spots. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. About 10% of Americans older than age 40 years have diverticulosis, which, when the pouches become infected or inflamed, is called diverticulitis. The main cause of diverticular disease is a low-fiber diet.

Did you know?

Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.

Did you know?

Certain rare plants containing cyanide include apricot pits and a type of potato called cassava. Fortunately, only chronic or massive ingestion of any of these plants can lead to serious poisoning.

Did you know?

The tallest man ever known was Robert Wadlow, an American, who reached the height of 8 feet 11 inches. He died at age 26 years from an infection caused by the immense weight of his body (491 pounds) and the stress on his leg bones and muscles.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library