INTRODUCTION TO MATERNITY AND PEDIATRIC NURSING 8TH EDITION LEIFER TEST BANK
Test Bank - Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 8e (by Leifer) 315
Chapter 34: Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Maternity and
Pediatric Nursing
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. A pregnant woman tells the nurse that she got relief from nausea when she had a therapy that involves
pressure and massage on meridian sites. What type of therapy does this describe?
a. Acupuncture
b. Acupressure
c. Aromatherapy
d. Ayurveda
ANS: B
Acupressure uses finger pressure and massage on the meridian sites. It can be used during pregnancy to control
nausea, backache, and pain. It has been useful for minor postpartum problems such as constipation.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 783
OBJ: 2 TOP: Acupressure KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
2. Which child should not receive massage therapy?
a. 15-year-old with a fractured femur
b. 12-year-old with diabetes mellitus
c. 8-year-old with Down syndrome
d. 17-year-old with an eating disorder
ANS: C
Children with Down syndrome are prone particularly to cervical spine anomalies and may be injured by
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DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 782
TOP: Massage KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
3. A 12-year-old with rheumatoid arthritis finds aromatherapy helpful for relieving her joint discomfort. Which
essential oil is useful for children with chronic pain?
a. Lavender
b. Ephedra
c. Ginseng
d. Kava-kava
ANS: A
Lavender, chamomile, and sandalwood essential oils are useful in aromatherapy for children with chronic pain.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 784
OBJ: 2 TOP: Alternative Health PracticesAromatherapy
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
4. A pregnant woman wishes to use aromatherapy during her labor and delivery. What is the most appropriate
essential oil for the nurse to recommend?
a. Juniper
b. Wintergreen
c. Thyme
d. Citrus
ANS: D
Citrus is one essential oil that has been shown to be useful during labor and delivery.
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, INTRODUCTION TO MATERNITY AND PEDIATRIC NURSING 8TH EDITION LEIFER TEST BANK
Test Bank - Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 8e (by Leifer) 316
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 784
TOP: Aromatherapy KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
5. A parent asks the nurse, What is guided imagery? Which statement is the most accurate response?
a. It is a technique where the patient focuses on an image to relieve stress.
b. It involves using water to promote relaxation.
c. The patient enters a hypnotic state of sleep to promote relaxation.
d. It helps the patient recognize tension in the muscles with responses on an electronic machine.
ANS: A
In guided imagery, by focusing on a specific image, stress reduction and improved performance can result.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 784
TOP: Guided Imagery KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
6. A woman taking St. Johns wort and ginseng daily is scheduled to have a hysterectomy in 3 weeks. What
instruction should the nurse provide?
a. The herbs are not likely to cause any problems during the surgery.
b. The St. Johns wort must be stopped prior to surgery, but she can continue the ginseng.
c. The ginseng should be stopped 1 week before surgery.
d. She should discontinue taking both herbs 2 weeks before surgery.
ANS: D
Both St. Johns wort and ginseng can cause problems during surgery, and their use should be discontinued 2
weeks before surgery.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: Page 781
OBJ: 6 TOP: Herbal Remedies NURSINGTB.COM
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk
7. Which herb can the nurse suggest to be used for discomforts associated with menopause, such as hot
flashes?
a. Evening primrose oil
b. Echinacea
c. Milk thistle
d. Black cohosh
ANS: D
Black cohosh diminishes hot flashes by reducing luteinizing hormone. It also reduces joint pain and other
menopausal discomforts.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 788
OBJ: 12 TOP: Herbal Remedies
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
8. A young mother asks, Is there an alternative medicine for children with asthma? Which form of alternative
medicine would be the most helpful for the nurse to suggest?
a. Reflexology
b. Rolfing
c. Guided imagery
d. Acupressure
ANS: C
The use of guided imagery has helped relieve some of the symptoms of asthma.
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Test Bank - Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 8e (by Leifer) 315
Chapter 34: Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Maternity and
Pediatric Nursing
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. A pregnant woman tells the nurse that she got relief from nausea when she had a therapy that involves
pressure and massage on meridian sites. What type of therapy does this describe?
a. Acupuncture
b. Acupressure
c. Aromatherapy
d. Ayurveda
ANS: B
Acupressure uses finger pressure and massage on the meridian sites. It can be used during pregnancy to control
nausea, backache, and pain. It has been useful for minor postpartum problems such as constipation.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 783
OBJ: 2 TOP: Acupressure KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
2. Which child should not receive massage therapy?
a. 15-year-old with a fractured femur
b. 12-year-old with diabetes mellitus
c. 8-year-old with Down syndrome
d. 17-year-old with an eating disorder
ANS: C
Children with Down syndrome are prone particularly to cervical spine anomalies and may be injured by
massage therapy. NURSINGTB.COM
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 782
TOP: Massage KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
3. A 12-year-old with rheumatoid arthritis finds aromatherapy helpful for relieving her joint discomfort. Which
essential oil is useful for children with chronic pain?
a. Lavender
b. Ephedra
c. Ginseng
d. Kava-kava
ANS: A
Lavender, chamomile, and sandalwood essential oils are useful in aromatherapy for children with chronic pain.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 784
OBJ: 2 TOP: Alternative Health PracticesAromatherapy
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
4. A pregnant woman wishes to use aromatherapy during her labor and delivery. What is the most appropriate
essential oil for the nurse to recommend?
a. Juniper
b. Wintergreen
c. Thyme
d. Citrus
ANS: D
Citrus is one essential oil that has been shown to be useful during labor and delivery.
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, INTRODUCTION TO MATERNITY AND PEDIATRIC NURSING 8TH EDITION LEIFER TEST BANK
Test Bank - Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 8e (by Leifer) 316
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: Page 784
TOP: Aromatherapy KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
5. A parent asks the nurse, What is guided imagery? Which statement is the most accurate response?
a. It is a technique where the patient focuses on an image to relieve stress.
b. It involves using water to promote relaxation.
c. The patient enters a hypnotic state of sleep to promote relaxation.
d. It helps the patient recognize tension in the muscles with responses on an electronic machine.
ANS: A
In guided imagery, by focusing on a specific image, stress reduction and improved performance can result.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 784
TOP: Guided Imagery KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
6. A woman taking St. Johns wort and ginseng daily is scheduled to have a hysterectomy in 3 weeks. What
instruction should the nurse provide?
a. The herbs are not likely to cause any problems during the surgery.
b. The St. Johns wort must be stopped prior to surgery, but she can continue the ginseng.
c. The ginseng should be stopped 1 week before surgery.
d. She should discontinue taking both herbs 2 weeks before surgery.
ANS: D
Both St. Johns wort and ginseng can cause problems during surgery, and their use should be discontinued 2
weeks before surgery.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: Page 781
OBJ: 6 TOP: Herbal Remedies NURSINGTB.COM
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk
7. Which herb can the nurse suggest to be used for discomforts associated with menopause, such as hot
flashes?
a. Evening primrose oil
b. Echinacea
c. Milk thistle
d. Black cohosh
ANS: D
Black cohosh diminishes hot flashes by reducing luteinizing hormone. It also reduces joint pain and other
menopausal discomforts.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: Page 788
OBJ: 12 TOP: Herbal Remedies
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
8. A young mother asks, Is there an alternative medicine for children with asthma? Which form of alternative
medicine would be the most helpful for the nurse to suggest?
a. Reflexology
b. Rolfing
c. Guided imagery
d. Acupressure
ANS: C
The use of guided imagery has helped relieve some of the symptoms of asthma.
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