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kfurse

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The nurse is teaching a client regarding the use of herbal preparations. Which statements should the nurse include in this teaching?
 
  1. Echinacea might reduce the effectiveness of the immunosuppressant medications you've been prescribed since your transplant.
  2. Gingko could affect the results of your aspirin therapy.
  3. Ginger could be contraindicated because you are taking anticoagulant medications.
  4. With your history of glaucoma, I don't believe you should be supplementing with ginseng.
  5. St. John's wort is a safe supplement when being medicated for depression.

Question 2

A client was in a motor vehicle crash where he sustained injury to his spinal cord that has resulted in difficulty with balance and holding his posture. Which should the nurse suggest the client consider?
 
  1. Animal-assisted therapy
  2. Hypnotherapy
  3. Chelation therapy
  4. Detoxification



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Although it is believed by some to enhance the immune system, echinacea can reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressants.
Rationale 2: Gingko can increase the anticoagulant effects of aspirin and anticoagulant medications.
Rationale 3: Ginger can increase the anticoagulant effects of aspirin and anticoagulant medications.
Rationale 4: Ginseng can decrease the effectiveness of glaucoma medications.
Rationale 5: St. John's wort can potentiate antidepressant medications, causing severe agitation and nausea.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Therapeutic horseback riding, a type of animal-assisted therapy, is the use of the rhythmic movement of the horse to increase sensory processing and improve posture, balance, and mobility in people with movement dysfunctions.
Rationale 2: Hypnotherapy is an advanced form of relaxation and can be used to help people gain self-control, improve self-esteem, and become more autonomous.
Rationale 3: Chelation therapy is the introduction of chemicals into the bloodstream that bind with heavy metals in the body.
Rationale 4: Detoxification is based on the belief that physical impurities and toxins must be cleared from the body to achieve better health.




kfurse

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help


Bigfoot1984

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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