Determining the Most Appropriate Recommendation
Before reviewing the applicability of meditation as a treatment recommendation for Jim's hypertension, it is important to examine his health history in more detail. There are several important areas into which you should inquire before suggesting any course of action, complementary or conventional. Jim's health habits, personality and lifestyle may mitigate against future success of any treatment regime. By considering some of the questions listed in each of the areas below, you and Jim will be in a better position to determine potential cause(s) for his symptoms and more appropriate treatment plan.
After considering Jim's responses, a critical question to always ask yourself and verify with Jim is how ready he is to follow through with any recommedation that will require change, be that adherence to conventional treatment or alteration in any aspects of his lifestyle.
