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Which of the following is a characteristic of alternative medicine?
Which of the following is a characteristic of alternative medicine?
- It relies on testimonials and anecdotes (correct)
- It is derived from established science
- It is supported by clinical trials
- It is based on the scientific method
What is another term used to describe alternative medicine?
What is another term used to describe alternative medicine?
- Traditional medicine
- Conventional medicine
- Quackery (correct)
- Evidence-based medicine
Which of the following is NOT a reason why alternative therapies are considered outside of medical science?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why alternative therapies are considered outside of medical science?
- Propaganda
- Religion
- Errors in reasoning
- Clinical trials (correct)
What is a key difference between modern medicine and alternative medicine?
What is a key difference between modern medicine and alternative medicine?
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Which of the following terms can be used interchangeably with alternative medicine?
Which of the following terms can be used interchangeably with alternative medicine?
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Study Notes
Alternative Medicine Characteristics
- A characteristic of alternative medicine is that it is not based on scientific evidence or medical research.
Alternative Medicine Terminology
- Another term used to describe alternative medicine is complementary medicine.
Reasons for Alternative Therapies
- One reason alternative therapies are considered outside of medical science is that they are not evidence-based or scientifically proven.
- Another reason is that they are not widely accepted by the medical community.
Key Differences
- A key difference between modern medicine and alternative medicine is that modern medicine is based on scientific evidence and research, whereas alternative medicine is not.
Interchangeable Terms
- Terms that can be used interchangeably with alternative medicine are complementary medicine and integrative medicine.
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Test your knowledge on alternative medicine and see how much you know about its practices, effectiveness, and scientific basis. Take this quiz to learn more about this controversial field.
