Ch.32 Complementary and Alternative Therapies Flashcards
How does the nurse implement energy therapies to care for patients?
Manipulates energy fields
Healing touch :
Gentle touch to influence and support balance energy to the body
Reiki therapy :
The transfer of “universal life energy”. Hands are placed above or on the body
Therapeutic touch:
Laying the hands to the patient for on purpose for support, to provide comfort etc
Magnet therapy:
Magnets are placed to produce a magnetic field to alleviate pain -> musculoskeletal injuries /disorders
Table 32-1 complementary and alternative therapies
How does the nurse implement biologically based therapies - natural products ?
Dietary supplements :
Nutritional supplements taken by mouth, includes vitamins , mineral, herbs, botanical products
Herbal medicines :
Plant based therapies used for specific symptoms or issues
Macrobiotic diet:
A special diet for vegans that is used during the treatment of cancer
Includes , whole cerel grains, vegetables,nun processed foods
Mycotherapies :
Fungi based products
Orthomolecular medicine :
Megavitamin
The increased intake of nutrients- vitamin C
Treats illnesses,like cancer schizo, autism, hypercholesteremia, coronary artery disease
Probiotics :
Good bacteria,
Used to provide live microbes
The zone :
30:40:30 ratio Diet
Protein , carbohydrate, fat
Used to balance insulin, and other for optimal health
Involving body movements
Acupressure:
Digital pressure on body points to relieve pain and to help body function
Chiropractic medicine:
Specified on the spinal column, physiotherapy and diet therapy
Craniosacral:
Craniosacral therapy involves light touches on the bones of the skull (including the face and mouth), spine, and pelvis to release tension and improve body movement.
Massage therapy:
Stroking, kneading for circulation and relaxation
Simple touch:
Connection, acceptance, appreciation by touch
Mind-body interventions
Tai chi:
Breadth, movement, and meditation to maintain life energy and
Movement therapies
Promotion of well being:
Feldenkrais method:
Have a positive perception of themselves
Understanding physics
Table 32-3 SAFE AND EFFECTIVE HERBS
Aloe
Use:
Skin disorders-inflammation,acute injuries-topically
Accelerates wound healing
GI Ulceration-orally
Known laxative effect
Interacts with:
Furosemide -lasix and loop diuretics
May enhance effects of laxatives
CHAMOMILE
inflammatory diseases of GI and upper respiratory tracts
Anti inflammatory
Anxiety
Calming agent
Interacts with: Drugs that cause drowsiness Alcohol Barbiturates Benzodiazepines Narcotics Antidepressants
ECHINACEA
upper respiratory tract infections
Stimulates immune system
Interacts with :
Drugs that weaken the immune system
Antiviral so used for HIV aids treatment
FEVERFEW
wound healing
Anti inflammatory
Arthritis
Inhibits serotonin and prostaglandins
Interests with :
Blood thinners and Coumadin
Aspirin and ibuprofen
GARLIC
elevated cholesterol levels
Inhibits platelet aggregation
Hypertension
Interacts with :
Coumadin and blood thinners
Sequinavir (fortovase) and other anti HIV drugs
GINGER
nausea and vomiting
Antiemetic
Interferes with :
Blood thinners
Aspirins and NSAIDs
GINGKO BILOBA
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
MAY Improve memory
Interferes with :
Coumadin and anticoagulants
Aspirin and NSAIDS
GINSENG
Age related diseases
Increases physical endurance
Improved immune function
Interacts with : Coumadin Anticoagulants Aspirin NSAIDs MAO inhibitors treats depression
LICORICE GI disorders Gastric ulcers Hep C Unknown effects
Interacts with :
Corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive drugs
Digoxin
Anti hypertensive drugs
SAW PALMETTO
benign prostatic hyperplasia
Doesn’t allow testosterone to convert to dihydrotestosterone which is needed for prostate cell multiplication
Chronic pelvic pain
Unknown
Interacts with :
Finasteride propecia
Anti androgen drugs
VALERIAN
sleep disorders
Mild anxiety
Restlessness
CNS depression
Interacts with : Barbiturates (act as depressants) Sleep medications Alcohol Antihistamines
