Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Aging Flashcards
What is the main goal of integrative medicine?
A) To replace conventional medicine
B) To combine conventional and complementary therapies
C) To promote mindfulness exclusively
D) To offer an alternative to Western medicine
Answer: B
Which practice is central to mindfulness interventions in occupational therapy?
A) Controlled breathing
B) High-intensity exercise
C) Surgery
D) Medication
Answer: A
What does the term “allopathic medicine” refer to?
A) Complementary health practices
B) Traditional Western medicine
C) Experimental therapies
D) Meditation
B
In a clinical setting, what is the primary benefit of integrating mindfulness-based stress reduction for older adults?
A) Increased cognitive flexibility
B) Enhanced surgical outcomes
C) Reduced medication usage
D) Reduced sympathetic nervous system activity
Answer: D
What would an OT incorporate when using complementary medicine for pain management in an elderly patient?
A) Acupuncture
B) Cognitive-behavioral therapy
C) Guided imagery and meditation
D) Prescription opioids
Answer: C
In a clinical scenario, why might an OT recommend tai chi as a complementary therapy for an older adult?
A) It improves cardiovascular health
B) It enhances balance and reduces fall risk
C) It is an intensive strength-building exercise
D) It lowers cholesterol levels rapidly
Answer: B
What is the role of allostasis in managing stress responses in older adults?
A) It refers to achieving stability through constant change
B) It eliminates the need for medical intervention
C) It suppresses immune function permanently
D) It increases the likelihood of chronic pain
Answer: A
In a clinical practice, how can mindfulness be integrated into treatment for chronic pain management?
A) By providing distractions during activities
B) By using mindfulness to focus on pain sensations
C) By teaching clients to breathe deeply and relax
D) By encouraging clients to ignore their pain
C) By teaching clients to breathe deeply and relax
Which of the following is a key benefit of mindfulness interventions in elderly care?
A) Enhances short-term memory recall
B) Reduces the fight-or-flight response
C) Increases cardiovascular endurance
D) Provides a distraction from chronic pain
Answer: B
Which complementary therapy is most effective in improving sleep quality in older adults?
A) Medication management
B) Guided imagery and meditation
C) Physical therapy
D) Cognitive-behavioral therapy
B) Guided imagery and meditation
What is the focus of complementary medicine when used alongside traditional therapy for older adults?
A) Replacing medical treatments
B) Enhancing quality of life
C) Reducing medication costs
D) Treating acute conditions
B) Enhancing quality of life
How can an OT integrate mindfulness for an elderly patient with anxiety?
A) Medication management
B) Short meditative breathing exercises
C) Vigorous physical activity
D) Immediate cognitive-behavioral therapy
B) Short meditative breathing exercises
Which complementary intervention focuses on breathing and posture control?
A) Biofeedback
B) Yoga
C) Guided meditation
D) Reiki
B) Yoga
How does allostatic load affect older adults?
A) It reduces their stress response
B) It leads to increased chronic stress and physical deterioration
C) It improves cardiovascular health
D) It helps in stabilizing blood pressure
B) It leads to increased chronic stress and physical deterioration
What role does yoga play in managing older adults’ chronic pain?
A) Increasing cardiovascular endurance
B) Reducing the stress response and improving flexibility
C) Improving muscle strength for lifting heavy objects
D) Improving medication adherence
B) Reducing the stress response and improving flexibility
