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erika

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A patient is taking an antidepressant medication. The nurse discovers that the patient uses herbs. Which herb will cause the nurse to intervene?
 
  a. Aloe
  b. Garlic
  c. Chamomile
  d. Saw palmetto

Question 2

A patient is proficient at meditation from long-time use of the technique. Which finding in the medication history will cause the nurse to follow up?
 
  a. Takes thyroid-regulating medication
  b. Takes corticosteroid medication
  c. Takes loop diuretic medication
  d. Takes anticoagulant medication


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lindahyatt42

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Potential drug interactions with chamomile include drugs that cause drowsiness like antidepressants. Aloe, garlic, and saw palmetto do not interfere with antidepressants.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Prolonged practice of meditation techniques sometimes reduces the need for antihypertensive, thyroid-regulating, and psychotropic medications (e.g., antidepressants and antianxiety agents). In these cases, adjustment of the medication is necessary. Corticosteroid, loop diuretic, and anticoagulant medications are not affected by meditation.


erika

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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