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mia

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A patient with which disorder would most likely benefit from taking St. John's wort?
 
  a. Suicidal depression
  b. Hypomanic symptoms
  c. Mild depressive symptoms
  d. Panic disorder with agoraphobia

Question 2

A patient takes valerian. Which instruction should the nurse provide?
 
  a. Store the herb in a cool place.
  b. Store the herb in a dry, dark place.
  c. This herb loses potency after 30 days.
  d. Avoid crushing the herb before taking it.


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komodo7

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Research has found St. John's wort to be effective in treating mild to moderate depression. St. John's wort has not been found to be effective in treatment of severe depression, bipolar disorder, or anxiety disorders.

Answer to Question 2

B
Valerian must be protected from light and moisture. The other instructions are not true statements regarding this herb.


mia

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

yeungji

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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