As seen in this week’s readings and media regarding Complementary and Alternative practices, there is a growing number of American’s using these types of practices for their health. Reflect upon your own personal values and cultural influences and the use of Complementary and Alternative practices when responding to the following questions:
How do culture and personal values influence the use of complementary and alternative medicine practices? (in-text citation and reference required)
In your own culture, what types of complementary practices are utilized? Describe the practice and what it was used for. (no reference required)
What types of complementary and alternative practices have you seen in your nursing practice or used personally and what was the effectiveness of the
practice? (no reference required)