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Copyright © 2011 Delmar, Cengage Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Chapter 31

Complementary and Alternative Modalities


Historical Influences on Contemporary Practices

• From ancient tradition to early science– Ancient Greece

– Far East

– China

– India

• Shamanistic tradition


Allopathic Medicine

• Western medicine– Approximately 200 years old

– Body and mind• Separate entities

– Human body• Collection of separate parts

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Allopathic Medicine

• Western medicine– Focus:

• Rid body of symptoms induced by disease or injury


Contemporary Trends

• Mind-body medicine and research– Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)


Holism and Nursing Practice

• Nature of healing


Complementary and Alternative Interventions

• Mind-body self-regulatory techniques:– Relaxation

– Meditation

– Imagery

– Biofeedback

– Hypnosis

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• Body-movement manipulation strategies:– Movement and exercise

• Yoga

• Tai chi

– Chiropractic

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• Energetic-touch healing techniques:– Touch

– Therapeutic massage

– Therapeutic touch

– Healing touch

– Shiatsu acupressure

– Acupuncture

– Reflexology

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• Spiritual therapies:– Faith healing

– Healing prayer

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• Nutritional therapies:– Nutraceuticals

• Phytonutrients

– Antioxidants and free radicals

– Macrobiotic diet

– Herbal therapy

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• Other methodologies:– Aromatherapy

– Humor

– Pet therapy

– Music


Nursing and Complementary and Alternative Approaches

• Educate consumers– Safety

– Efficacy

– Appropriate use

• Individualize interventions

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Nursing and Complementary and Alternative Approaches

• Nurse as instrument of healing– Knowledge base

– Intentionality

– Respect for differences

– Ability to model wellness

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